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Join the software development team at the forefront of developing great quality software. Learn agile techniques. Produce clean, testable and documented code. Take a proactive role in helping the team choose the best solutions and technologies for the task at hand.
Software Development
About this programme
Join the software development team at the forefront of developing great quality software. Learn agile techniques. Produce clean, testable and documented code. Take a proactive role in helping the team choose the best solutions and technologies for the task at hand. Make an impact by producing test coverage and ensuring software is delivered to the highest standard.
Nothing happens on-screen without the talented people behind the scenes, working their magic every day at Sky. Join us for an internship in our software engineering team and you’ll be working in a fun, fast-moving environment. Impress us, and we may well offer you a full-time position once you graduate – starting September 2026.
What you’ll be doing
* Refine your coding skills, whether you’re a newbie or you’ve dabbled for a while
* Help us build a new product or app.
* Create, maintain and improve automated test scripts
* Ensure deployed products remain available and diagnose issues when they occur
* Get involved in scaling applications and products when popularity increases or where user demands peak expectations.
What we’re looking for
The one essential requirement is that you're currently studying for an undergraduate degree in any subject, and in your penultimate year.
Other skills we’re looking for include:
* Be familiar with a modern-day programming language
* Passionate about software and technology
* A quick learner and team player
* Analytical and enjoy using logic to solve problems.
To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK by the start date of the programme. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this programme.
Status
Applications for this programme have now closed. Register your interest below and we'll let you know when the 2026 summer internship programme is open.
Digital Assessments
Once your application is in, we’ll ask you to complete our immersive digital assessments. They’re mostly situational questions and will also include a video interview. You’ll also take part in an additional test where you can show us your coding skills.
We understand that you might want to utilise AI to support your preparation for taking the assessments – understanding Sky etc. But we ask that you complete the assessments themselves without the assistance of AI.
Assessment Centre
For the final assessment stage, we’ll invite you to our bespoke in-person assessment centre. You’ll get the opportunity to impress us in person and get a feel for what it’s really like to work at Sky.
The day could include an individual interview, group discussion or individual exercise. We’ll give you plenty of notice and let you know how best to prepare for the day.
What do students think about our digital assessments?
95 % of people found our assessment to be interesting and insightful to complete.
92 % said our assessment was user friendly and easy to complete.
93 % felt like they were able to answer authentically and to be themselves in the assessment.
Preparation is key. In this short video, Junior gives a whistle stop tour of the Preparation Hub and explains how it can help you with your application.
Application tips
We know the application process can be daunting. Hear the top tips from our early careers team on how best to be prepared.
Contact
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