IT & Software Development Internship

Job description

IT and Software Development Internship at LCP from August 2017

We are looking for a graduate with a keen eye for detail and a passion for IT and Software Development with good academic qualifications as well as achievements and interests in other areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain broad experience of working in an IT and Software Development within a publisher. Further details about the company can be found at our website at LCP.co.uk

Working with the Development and Technical Manager, the position involves undertaking the following responsibilities:

- Shadowing the development of a specific project from inception through to development and launch. The intern would be responsible for assisting in the writing of the specification, researching features and gaining client fact back, fine tuning plans ready for development and then being involved in testing before final release.
- Learning how software products are designed and supported for clients. The Benefits of an Internship with LCP can include:

- Gaining an understanding of the key processes and disciplines involved in the competitive world of of software development and publishing.
- Your LCP experience will be beneficial in building your CV and demonstrate your commitment to a career in marketing.

Remuneration:

- The successful candidate's travel will be paid.

Desired profile

The candidate must be either a current university student or recent graduate with a good degree.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in IT and software development with an eye to a career in the sector. Enthusiasm and an eye for detail will be important factors in the selection of the successful candidate.

Testimonies from recent interns (not necessarily from the IT area):

"I was given the freedom to run my own project and my responsibilities increased as my internship progressed. This greatly aided my professional development, as I felt a valued part of the company, and it was an important learning curve that enabled me to develop many transferable skills that have enabled me to secure a full time editorial job.
Being a small company, I have been able to experience all aspects of the business, including editorial, marketing, customer service and IT support. This has given me a great all round experience of how a publishing business works." -Ellen

"I feel this internship has provided me with a wealth of experience to go forward and has helped me to hone and develop various skills. I have also improved my abilities to work with some specific computer programmes. Other activities have included working with designers, artists, authors and printers. This has given me an invaluable insight into the workings of the publishing industry." -Hannah