ICT & Digital Innovation Work Experience From Ideas to Impact: Experience Life in a Digital Team Sellafield Ltd offers a 1-week ICT & Digital Innovation Sprint designed to help young people explore careers in digital technology while working collaboratively to solve real business challenges. Based at our sites in West Cumbria and supported by digital professionals from across the organisation, the programme introduces learners to the way modern technology teams design, test and improve digital solutions. Using an approach inspired by the Google Design Sprint methodology, participants will work in teams to understand a challenge, generate ideas, develop concepts, build prototypes and present solutions to business stakeholders. Learners will gain practical experience of digital innovation, user-centred design, problem solving, artificial intelligence, cyber security, data, software development and emerging technologies while developing the essential skills needed for future careers. The programme is open to students aged 14-18 and is designed for those with an interest in technology, digital innovation, business improvement and problem solving. No prior coding experience is required. Why choose ICT & Digital Innovation? Technology plays a vital role in supporting Sellafield’s mission. From cyber security and data analytics to artificial intelligence and software solutions, digital innovation helps improve safety, efficiency and decision-making across the organisation. During the week participants will: Work on a genuine business challenge Learn how digital teams solve problems Explore emerging technologies and AI Experience design thinking techniques Develop teamwork and communication skills Build and test digital prototypes Present solutions to industry professionals Discover pathways into ICT and digital careers The sprint challenge At the start of the week, learners will be introduced to a real business challenge aligned to areas such as: Improving employee experience Enhancing learning and development Supporting sustainability goals Strengthening cyber awareness Improving knowledge sharing Enhancing visitor or customer experiences Using data to support decision making Applying artificial intelligence responsibly Working in multidisciplinary teams, participants will take ownership of the challenge and develop innovative solutions. What you’ll gain By the end of the week participants will: Understand how digital teams solve real-world problems Apply design thinking and innovation techniques Develop confidence presenting ideas Improve essential employability skills Gain insight into ICT and digital career pathways Build a portfolio-ready project experience Join the Sellafield Outreach Academy for continued learning opportunities Careers you could explore The programme provides exposure to a range of digital careers including: Software Developer Cyber Security Analyst Data Analyst AI Specialist Digital Product Manager User Experience Designer Business Analyst Digital Project Manager Network Engineer Technology Consultant Programme Structure Day 1: Intro to Sellafield Day 2: AM: Understand – Discover the Challenge PM: Define & Ideate Day 3 Prototype: Build a Solution Day 1 is focused on introductions to Sellafield and the programme. AM – Learners will: Meet ICT and digital professionals Explore the business challenge Understand users and stakeholders Investigate the problem through research Learn about careers in technology PM – Learners will: Analyse findings Define key user needs Learn design thinking techniques Generate possible solutions Vote on the strongest concepts Learners will: Create wireframes and digital mock-ups Explore low-code and no-code tools Learn basic user experience principles Develop a prototype solution Receive mentor feedback Day 4 AM: Test & Refine: Learn from Users PM: Pitch: Present to the Experts Day 5 Reflect on learning experiences and reflections AM – Learners will: Present prototypes to users Gather feedback Test assumptions Improve designs Prepare final recommendations PM – Teams will: Deliver a professional business pitch Demonstrate their prototype Explain the value of their solution Respond to questions from employees Reflect on their learning journey Participants receive feedback from ICT professionals and gain insight into future opportunities at Sellafield Ltd. In your final day with us you will reflect on your own learning experiences and reflections from throughout the week.
