Graduate Network Engineer

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Telent, part of M Group, is a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and management of the UK’s critical digital infrastructure.

From the roads you drive on to the networks you rely on, our solutions are embedded in the everyday lives of millions supporting the delivery of vital public services. With decades of expertise in mission‑critical communications and infrastructure technology, we are at the forefront of the digital revolution.

The work we do helps connect thousands of people and communities, using the best technology and innovation available. When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact on all our futures by fulfilling your potential and delivering high performance. We work together to make everyday life work better for everyone.

As a Graduate Engineer, you'll become an active member of our engineering teams from day one. You'll work on real projects, contribute to technical solutions, and learn from experienced engineers across a range of disciplines. Our two‑year programme is founded on recognised industry standards and features six‑month rotations across departments tailored to your interests. You’ll gain practical experience and industry knowledge, plus a mentorship to guide you toward professional development and IET accreditation.

Depending on your placement and specialism, your day‑to‑day activities may include:

• Supporting the design, deployment and maintenance of cloud and network infrastructure.
• Assisting with the implementation of new technologies and services.
• Working with experienced engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Learning industry best practices for security, automation, governance and operational support.
• Participating in project meetings and collaborating with teams across the business.
• Contributing to technical documentation, designs and service improvements.
• Exploring opportunities to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency using modern engineering tools.
• Building relationships with colleagues, customers and technology partners while developing your professional network.
• Gain exposure to cloud platforms, networking technologies, automation, security and operational best practices.

• A minimum of a 2:2 Honours Degree in a relevant STEM subject (Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Networking, Electronics, Cyber Security, IT etc.) achieved within the last two years.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, combined with proven team working and leadership abilities
• Self‑motivation, able to work on your own initiative and under pressure
• Practical use of Microsoft Office applications

A career at Telent provides the opportunity to work on complex, high‑profile infrastructure projects that keep the UK connected and protected 24/7.

You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive starting salary
• 34 days annual leave which includes all public bank holidays, with option to buy/sell annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Access to the flexible benefits and wellbeing support portal
• Family‑friendly policies
• Discounts on retail, leisure and entertainment

A structured development programme designed to…