Student Placement - College of Computing

at  Birmingham City University

STUDENT PLACEMENT - COLLEGE OF COMPUTING

Department
School of Computing and Digital Technology
Location
City Centre Campus (STEAM House)
Salary
£23,088 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Release Date
16 August 2024
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Sunday 01 September 2024
Reference

CEBE24007

The College of Computing is seeking to appoint an undergraduate student to undertake a 12 month work placement to support its activities in the subject area of digital media technology. The successful candidate will have completed year two of a relevant BCU degree with appropriate content to this area.
You will work as part of the College of Computing in the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment.
This is a multi-faceted role where the candidate will be expected to be responsible for activities which will include developing and presenting high quality technical demonstrations of appropriate subject specific concepts, preparing resources for teaching, providing technical and classroom support as well as contributing to Open Days, Applicant Taster Days and other course related events. There may also be opportunities to contribute to research and / or external activities associated with the subject areas. You may also be asked to contribute to projects relevant to your course.
The position will involve some flexible working during evenings and weekends.
It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be a student on a programme of study that is specific to the above subject area, although students from other CDT programmes who can demonstrate equivalent knowledge are welcome to apply. Strong technical, communication, problem-solving and presentation skills will be advantageous for this role.
Knowledge of basic electronics and software coding, computer architecture, data analysis strongly desirable. You should feel comfortable working with other university departments including finance and building services, as well as procurement from external companies as and when necessary.
A presentation will be required as part of the selection process.

Please refer the Job description for details