12-Month Futures Gap Year Scheme - Business Roles

Job Description:

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You'll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you'll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You'll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your Role And Responsibilities

Please apply using the application form via https://ibm.box.com/s/yh2orq93umi52inofi1majtbxxotsfwn

Please Note

* Roles will be open for applications from Tuesday 24th February to Monday 2nd March 2026
* Expected Start Dates in June and July 2026

IBM is a leading global technology company which helps organisations transform their businesses with innovative solutions and expertise. We are seeking highly motivated and ambitious individuals to join our consulting business for a 12-month university placement.

What This Internship Is About

Our Futures Gap Year Scheme is a 12-month paid placement designed to give you a real taste of what it's like to work in a global company. It's the perfect way to explore your interests, build confidence and understand what you might want to do next.

During Your Year With Us, You Will

* experience corporate life first-hand
* try different types of work and discover what you enjoy
* build personal and professional skills that employers look for
* learn about the careers of the future, including business, technology and digital roles

This programme is ideal if you're unsure about your next step. Whether you're considering an apprenticeship, university or something completely different, we'll help you explore your options and understand what suits you best. You don't need loads of experience; just curiosity, energy and a passion for solving problems. Throughout the year you'll forge meaningful connections, expand your network, interact with diverse teams, clients and leaders, each bringing a unique perspective to the table. We have a large community of mentors and coaches to guide you, offer constructive feedback and support your development.

What you might do

* Help teams explore client challenges and spot opportunities
* Support research, analysis and simple problem-solving tasks
* Use structured thinking to map processes or summarise insights
* Join workshops, brainstorming or agile team activities
* Contribute ideas and help shape recommendations

Your work will vary by project - but you'll always be learning and supported.

What you'll get

* Hands-on experience with real consulting teams
* Exposure to different industries and ways of working
* A supportive environment where your ideas matter
* A clearer sense of whether consulting suits you

If you're excited to learn, collaborate and make an impact, we'd love to see you apply.

Competitive Benefits Package

* Salary £25,000 per annum
* Holiday allowance: 25 days + public holidays
* IBM Rewards, Enjoy discounts and benefits at high-street shops

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

* 5 x GCSE's Grade 4-9 (or equivalent) including English and Maths
* 2 Years Further Education completed (A Level or equivalent)
* Live within a commutable distance of your base location (London or Manchester) as you will be required on site for a minimum 3 days per week.
* Eligible to work in the UK full time for the duration of your internship (no visa sponsorship available)

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

* Curious about how organisations run and how problems get solved
* Adaptable, open-minded and happy jumping between tasks
* Clear communicator who asks questions and shares ideas
* Collaborative, positive and eager to learn quickly
* Interested in consulting and excited to explore different areas