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Digital Internship Opportunity:  Digital Systems for Operations
Reference Number: 2754
Start Date: November/December 2025
Location: Lancashire

Are you ready to make a real impact in a growing UK manufacturing business?

Join a hands-on internship project focused on streamlining operations and supporting digital transformation. 

What you’ll be working on

You’ll help map out how the business currently operates – from online sales to stock control – and research digital tools (like ERP systems or apps) that could make everything run more smoothly. Your work will support better stock visibility, smarter decision-making, and less admin. 

Key responsibilities:

  • Map and document existing business processes
  • Interview team members to understand what the business needs
  • Research ERP systems and app-based alternatives
  • Evaluate tools based on features, cost, and fit
  • Create a shortlist of software solutions and vendors
  • Present clear recommendations and next steps 

You should have:

  • Strong process mapping and business analysis skills
  • Confidence with Excel and data handling
  • A good understanding of digital tools and software research
  • Clear communication and report writing abilities 
  • ERP knowledge is a bonus, but not essential 

Business Overview
The Client is a UK-based manufacturer of LiPo, NiMH, Li-Ion and bespoke battery solutions, serving both the RC/hobbyist market and a growing industrial client base. With in-house manufacturing in Lancashire, Overlander prides itself on quality assurance, innovation, and “bringing manufacturing back to the UK.”

Skills required

  • Business analysis and process mapping
  • Digital systems research and evaluation.
  • Vendor research and shortlisting.
  • Strong Excel and data handling skills.
  • Communication and report writing.
  • ERP knowledge (desirable).
  • Ability to engage stakeholders across departments.

To apply, please email: madesmarterinternships@growthco.uk quoting the reference number 2754

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