Summer Internship 2026 - Engineering Solutions

Be You - Our people create our best Plexus.  

Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.

We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience. 

Who we are and what we do? 

We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives. 
From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.

Are you a creative and adaptable engineering student looking for a rewarding summer experience? 

Join Plexus for a 3-Month Summer Internship at our state-of-the-art Design Centre in Bathgate, Scotland. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who thrive on technical challenges, enjoy learning multiple technologies, and can think laterally.

We welcome applications from all engineering students eager to gain hands-on, industrial experience, including those specializing in:

• Mechanical Engineering

• Software Engineering

• Hardware/Electronics Engineering

• Design Assurance

At Plexus, we create the products that build a better world. As an intern, you will be an integral part of our team:

• Execute engineering design, build, and test activities across the product development lifecycle.

• Collaborate daily with a variety of multi-discipline professional engineers in a dynamic and fast-moving product development environment.

• Apply and Grow your existing technical skills on real-world projects.

We prioritize your growth and development. We know our success is the direct result of our empowered, hard-working, and dedicated people. This internship is a fantastic opportunity to push the boundaries of innovation and discover your highest potential while making a tangible difference.

Please submit the following documents electronically (in MS-Word or PDF format):

Your CV

A Covering Letter that outlines:

• Specific goals you would aim to achieve during the internship.

• How you would prepare to join the Plexus team.

The closing date for applications is Monday 9th February, 2026. Successful candidates will be contacted following this date.

Why you will love it? 

At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world. 

At Plexus, you will find:

• A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity

• Supportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environment

• An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise

• Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines

• Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives

• Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fields

Additionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:

• Bespoke development plan

• Online learning and formal development programs

• Full-time, permanent employment contract

• Enhanced pension contributions

• 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) 

• Paid family leave

• Private medical insurance

• Group income protection insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme 

• Cycle to work scheme

• Volunteer time off

• Flexible Hybrid Working Available (role dependent)

• Life assurance

• Occupational health

• Vision care discounts

• Discount schemes 

• Company sick pay scheme 

• Onsite gym/ discounted gym 

Application Process

We don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from YOU. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.