Digital Technology Internships

Vexica is a UK lighting manufacturer based in Sherburn in Elmet, producing architectural and commercial lighting solutions for projects across the UK and overseas. As part of its ongoing investment into digital manufacturing and new production technologies, Vexica is developing The Lumi Studio, a lighting and interiors brand focused on additive manufacturing, sustainable materials and digitally driven production methods. The Lumi Studio combines creative design with practical manufacturing expertise to develop sculptural lighting and interior products using large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) and FDM technologies.

Our work focuses on premium, design-led products created through digital workflows, low-waste manufacturing methods and sustainable materials. Using robotic additive manufacturing and digitally enabled production processes, we are exploring new approaches to how lighting and interiors can be designed, manufactured and brought to market. Alongside product development, we are building digital systems across marketing, manufacturing and e-commerce, including scalable content creation workflows, additive manufacturing processes and the groundwork for future online product sales.

Shepcote are a family run business founded in 1969 based in Driffield, East Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on our first-class products and first-class service. We manufacture marzipan fruits and cake decorations under our own brand and own label. We distribute sugar and ingredients such as nuts, seeds, dried fruit, beans, pulses and grains to bakeries, food service, health food shops and retail outlets including farm shops and delicatessens. We are committed to growth, innovation, and digital transformation.

We are offering a 12-week Digital Internship to help us strengthen our digital capabilities and support our journey towards smarter manufacturing and distribution practices. You will contribute to a focused project that drives value for our digital transformation.

Hafferty Joinery Ltd, trading as Hafferty Interiors, is a UK manufacturer and designer of high‑end bespoke fitted furniture and luxury interior environments. The business delivers design‑led, made‑to‑measure interior solutions and works closely with clients, suppliers, and trades throughout the project lifecycle.

As the business grows, design coordination, project documentation, and client‑facing materials are increasingly time‑intensive and rely on manual processes managed primarily by the Managing Director. While the business recognises the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support design coordination and improve efficiency and consistency, AI is not yet embedded into everyday workflows. This Digital Technology Internship will embed an intern within the design coordination function to provide practical support to the Managing Director while identifying, testing, and embedding AI tools that add clear value to design coordination, project documentation, and client presentation activities.

Shire Beds is seeking a motivated and creative Digital Intern to support the modernisation of our sales order processing systems and explore innovative digital technologies across the business.

This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate with an interest in digital transformation, automation, AI tools, and manufacturing technology. The successful candidate will work closely with sales, operations, and production teams to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, accuracy, and customer experience through advanced digital solutions.

Breeosh Ltd, based in Sheffield, is an award-winning artisan bakery producing premium handcrafted savoury pies, bakery products and deli items for wholesale, retail and emerging direct-to-consumer channels. The business is growing rapidly and expanding into new sales channels including travel catering, retail outlets and subscription-based products. As we scale, we are investing in digital systems and smarter ways of working to improve productivity, reduce waste and support better decision-making.

We are offering a 12-week Digital Internship to support a focused project to improve how data and information flows across our bakery operations. You will work on a hands-on project to map, simplify and digitise key operational processes, helping us move from manual and fragmented systems to a more connected and data-driven way of working.

Pineapple Joes is a UK-based manufacturing SME specialising in supplying uniform in industries ranging from catering and construction, to securing the license from the Ministry of Defence to produce official British Armed Forces merchandise. We are committed to growth, innovation, and digital transformation. We are looking for a creative and motivated AI Graphic Design Intern to join our team for a 3-month internship. This role is ideal for someone passionate about graphic design, AI-powered creative tools, and apparel printing. The intern will assist in creating designs for DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, customer artwork, and social media graphics using a combination of traditional design skills and AI tools.

We are offering a 12-week Digital Internship to help us strengthen our digital capabilities and support our journey toward smarter manufacturing practices. You will contribute to a focused project that drives value for our digital transformation.

A.K. Sheetmetal Fabrications is a UK-based manufacturing SME specialising in the manufacture of bespoke mild steel, stainless steel & aluminum products to industry. With specific expertise in glass, food and modular manufacturing. We are committed to growth, innovation, and digital transformation.

Woven Bio is a sustainable materials company developing high-performance bio-composite packaging designed to replace expanded polystyrene (EPS). Using natural fibres and bio-based binders, the company produces lightweight, protective packaging solutions that deliver equivalent performance to EPS while significantly reducing environmental impact. Founded by former McLaren Formula 1 composites engineer Rob Allen, Woven Bio combines advanced composite engineering with scalable manufacturing to help manufacturers transition away from fossil-based packaging.

The intern will play a key role in supporting Woven Bio’s transition to a digitally enabled manufacturing operation. Tasks will combine engineering, data analysis, and digital systems development.

Multi-Turn manufactures high-quality timber staircases and is seeking to upgrade its digital scheduling and planning tools.

What You’ll Gain: - Full lifecycle experience of software deployment - Project management and data migration skills - Insight into manufacturing optimisation processes

G&J CNC is a forward-thinking precision manufacturing business known for its strong foundations, commitment to innovation, and continuous improvement. The company prides itself on its highly skilled workforce and investment in quality processes. G&J CNC manufactures precision-engineered components and operates within a demanding supply chain environment, supplying to customers who rely on reliability, quality, and accuracy. The business differentiates itself through its commitment to lean principles, operational excellence, and a willingness to embrace digitally enabled improvements.

The intern will work on a high-impact, real-world digital systems project with clear ownership and freedom to innovate.

Surface Scan is a growing UK manufacturing and technology-led business specialising Leveraging advanced 3D scanning technology, a skilled team of CAD engineers, and a dedicated 3D printing facility, we provide end-to-end 3D solutions for businesses and individuals in all sectors. We are investing heavily in digital capability, including development of our own CRM, a custom SOP recording app to support ISO accreditation, and the introduction of automation tools to replace manual systems such as our print queue. Our team is ambitious, innovative, and dedicated to using technology to work smarter. We are proud of our skilled workforce, our commitment to continuous improvement, and our ongoing investment in future-ready digital operations.

You will work closely with our Marketing Manager and Founders to support the final development and rollout of several internal applications. This role offers autonomy, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to see your work implemented across a real manufacturing business.

Fosbery Studio is a specialist manufacturing business based in Folkestone, producing high‑quality bespoke lighting products for a premium clientele. We pride ourselves on precision craftsmanship, excellent customer service, and the ability to deliver tailored solutions at scale. We combine design expertise with modern digital tools to manage orders, production workflows, pricing, and customer fulfilment. As a growing business, we are continually refining how our internal systems support production efficiency and customer experience.

You will focus on a major digital transformation research project, with opportunities to contribute to secondary supporting tasks. Primary Project – ERP & Systems Integration Research