Technology Graduate

Job Introduction

Are you an IT graduate looking to start your career in a role where technology and innovation make a real difference?

We are looking for graduates to join our Technology & Insights Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to projects that improve transport, digital services, and data‑driven decision‑making across the region.

As part of the WMCA Graduate Development Programme, you'll join a structured early‑careers pathway designed to develop the next generation of public sector leaders. The programme forms part of our wider Emerging Talent offer and supports our People and Culture Strategy by helping to build the skills, capability and future workforce we need across the organisation. In return, you'll receive a structured graduate development programme, giving you access to professional development, mentoring, networking opportunities, and hands‑on experience that will equip you for a rewarding career in technology and digital services.

• Technology pathway
• Cyber – helping to protect WMCA's systems and information through activities such as cyber monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and security improvement projects.
• Corporate IT and Technology Operations – supporting the technology and infrastructure that keeps WMCA running, including cloud services, networks, technical operations, and service improvements.
• Data, Insight and Forecasting – analysing data, creating reports and dashboards, generating insight, and supporting evidence‑based decision‑making across the organisation.
• Transport Technology – supporting the digital products and technology that underpin public transport across the region, including customer journeys, ticketing systems, testing, and project delivery.

Depending on your placement, you'll either build specialist expertise within one team or have the opportunity to broaden your experience through rotations across different functions within the directorate.

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll gain practical experience across a wide range of technology, digital and data projects.

• Support the development and improvement of technology systems, digital products, and data solutions.
• Contribute to technology and transformation projects from planning through to delivery.
• Gather, analyse, and interpret data to produce meaningful insight and recommendations.
• Support testing and quality assurance activities before new systems and products go live.
• Map business processes and customer journeys to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Produce reports, presentations, and briefings for a range of audiences.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
• Develop your technical knowledge and professional skills through structured learning, mentoring, and hands‑on experience.

We're looking for graduates who are curious, collaborative, and passionate about technology and innovation.

• A minimum 2:2 degree in an IT‑related subject, gained within the last five years.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above), or equivalent.
• Experience working as part of a team through university, volunteering, internships or part‑time work.
• Experience supporting projects, events, or group activities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous learning.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• An interest in technology, data or digital services and how they can improve public services.
• An understanding of, or interest in, the role of combined authorities in supporting regional growth.
• The ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

This role is based at our offices – 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD
. We currently operate a hybrid working model, which means splitting your days across the office and home, subject to work demands and agreement with your line manager.

Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre in August 2026. The…