Graduate Trainee - Engineering

Why Engineering?
At NatWest, our Software and Data Engineers are at the heart of innovation, collaborating across the bank to create cutting-edge solutions that make a real difference for millions of customers. Whether it's enhancing mobile apps, leveraging AI for personalised experiences, or simplifying core systems, our engineers are shaping the future of banking.
You’ll join our Digital X or Customer Operations focused on driving:
Disciplined growth through digital transformation and customer-centric design
Simplification and agility by modernising platforms and streamlining operations
Security and resilience with cutting-edge fraud prevention and risk management
Together, we’re building a smarter, safer, and more personalised banking experience powered by data, AI, and bold ideas.
Your graduate journey
This programme is designed to give you everything you need to thrive. You’ll be immersed in real projects, supported by experts, and empowered to grow your skills in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.
Over the course of this 12 month programme, you can expect to:
Kick off with a three month immersive bootcamp featuring a bespoke self-led learning pathway, live projects, hackathons, and expert-led sessions
Spend nine months working on live projects that shape the future of banking and gain deep, meaningful experience in your assigned team
Gain full exposure to the engineering development lifecycle, from coding and testing to deployment, including the use of modern AI-assisted engineering tools and approaches
Acquire hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and contemporary engineering practices
Have opportunities to earn industry-recognised certifications
Receive support from a dedicated line manager, graduate buddy, and mentor
Participate in Employee-Led Networks, Graduate Councils, and Working Parties
Develop experience working with emerging AI technologies, learning how to collaborate effectively with AI tools while applying human judgement and critical thinking
You'll have the chance to collaborate with colleagues in India, and upon successful completion of the 12-month programme and required assessments, you'll be supported into a permanent Engineering role, ready to make your mark in a purpose-led organisation that’s committed to doing the right thing.
How you’ll benefit
We’ll reward you with a starting salary of £42,000. And on top of your salary, you’ll have access to our flexible benefits package.
You can also expect to:
Learn through the NatWest Group Technology Academy
Gain exposure to global engineering teams
Grow your network, build confidence, and elevate your professional presence
Learn from industry experts and apply your knowledge from day one
Strengthen your analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
Build your data literacy and confidence working with technology
Develop your ability to interpret information and communicate insights clearly
Learn how to make informed decisions in complex and evolving situations
Grow your curiosity and ability to explore new ideas and approaches
Develop resilience, confidence and a strong sense of ownership
Experience working in a purpose-driven organisation tackling real-world challenges
Entry requirements
To join our Engineering graduate programme, you’ll need:
To have, or be on course to achieving a 2:1 in a STEM subject
Clear communication skills, and the ability to break down complex problems and explain your ideas
A curious, logical mindset with a passion for solving problems and exploring new technologies, including AI
Confidence working with data, statistics, and experimentation and evidence-based decision making
A flexible attitude, comfortable with change and ambiguity and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
A drive to learn, grow, and make a real impact
Ready to apply?
The application window for this programme will be open until we receive enough applications to fill our cohort. When that happens, we’ll close the programme to new applications. It’s important to take the time to make sure you’re making the right decision about the programme you want to apply for (you can only apply for one programme), but please complete your application as soon as you can to make sure you don’t miss out!
Have another question?
Head over to our ‘Applying and eligibility support’ page now for answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.
Hours
35
Job Posting Closing Date:
Job Posting Closing Date is not yet published.
Ways of Working:Hybrid