IT & Digital Solutions Intern (Paid Internship)

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

We are seeking motivated, tech-savvy, and analytical interns to join our Digital Solutions & IT team. The IT & Digital Solutions Intern will support business process automation, data analytics, application development, and digital transformation initiatives by assisting with Power Platform development, data analysis, reporting, and process improvement projects.

This is a paid internship opportunity that offers hands-on exposure to real business applications and technology solutions, allowing students to apply their technical knowledge to solve business challenges while gaining valuable industry experience.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the development and enhancement of applications using Microsoft Power Apps.
• Assist in creating and maintaining automated workflows using Power Automate.
• Collect, clean, and analyze business data to support decision-making.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using Power BI.
• Perform data extraction, transformation, and querying using SQL and other data tools.
• Work with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Support digitalization and process automation initiatives across various business functions.
• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and documenting applications and system enhancements.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing operational efficiency.
• Prepare presentations, user guides, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with IT teams and business users to deliver effective technology solutions.

Learning Opportunities

During the internship, you will gain:

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
• Exposure to real-world application development and business process automation.
• Practical experience in data analytics, reporting, and dashboard development.
• Understanding of database concepts, SQL querying, and data management practices.
• Experience supporting digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Development of problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Exposure to working with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.
• Experience applying technology solutions to solve actual business challenges.

Qualifications

Who We're Looking For

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:

• Information Technology (IT)
• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Information Systems
• Data Analytics
• Computer Engineering
• Or other related disciplines

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

Basic understanding of:

• Programming and coding fundamentals
• Microsoft Power Apps
• Power Automate
• Power BI
• SQL and database querying
• Data analytics and visualization
• Process automation concepts
• Microsoft 365 applications

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Good attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Why Join Us?

• Paid internship allowance.
• Gain real-world experience in IT, digital solutions, and business transformation projects.
• Work alongside experienced IT professionals and business leaders.
• Develop practical skills in Power Platform, data analytics, and application development.
• Contribute to meaningful projects with measurable business impact.
• Build technical and professional capabilities that support future career growth.
• Opportunity to establish a pipeline for future graduate employment opportunities.

Kick-start your technology career with a paid internship that provides hands-on experience in application development, process automation, data analytics, and digital transformation while working on projects that make a real business impact.

Additional Information

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website.