Start your career in tech - with real support, real experience, and real impact

This programme is designed for young women at the very start of their tech journey - whether you already love coding, or you’re just discovering that tech could be for you.

At PortSwigger, we don’t believe in “watch from the sidelines” internships. From day one, you’ll be trusted, supported, and treated like a real engineer, learning alongside people who genuinely want you to succeed.

This programme exists to remove barriers, build confidence, and give you a clear, supported path into a career in software engineering.

What you’ll do (and learn)

• Work on real software used by people all over the world
• Learn how professional engineers build, test, and improve products
• Pair and collaborate with experienced developers who want to help you grow
• Explore modern tools, including AI-assisted development
• Be part of a Women in Tech cohort, so you’ll grow alongside others like you

This isn’t about being perfect - it’s about learning fast, asking questions, and building confidence.

What we’ll give you

If you join the Scholarship pathway

• Full university fees paid (up to £70,000 total)
• A years placement of paid software engineering work and
• 6+ weeks of work each year during university summer holidays (£750 per week)

If you join as an Intern

• 6+ weeks of work each year during holidays (£750 per week)
• This is a great option if you'd like to supercharge your experience but your chosen university courses do not offer a placement year.s (£750 per week)

Both opportunities give you:

Real Engineering Experience and Meaningful Support

• You'll ship real features to real customers, early on
• Work on products used by professionals around the world

• Long-term mentoring from experienced engineers
• Ongoing support, coaching, and career guidance

• Structured learning, mentoring, and daily support
• A ready-made peer group of other interns and early-career engineers
• A genuine pathway into our Graduate Software Developer programme
  

💡 100% of our previous Women in Tech interns and scholars chose to stay on and join our Graduate Software Developer scheme.

For more information, click here to view our Women in Tech Programme at PortSwigger.

Who this programme is for

You don’t need to know everything already. This programme is designed to support women right at the start of their tech journey.

This opportunity is for you if you are:

• Curious about technology and how things work
• Interested in software, problem-solving, or engineering
• Excited to learn, ask questions, and try new things - with real support
• Motivated by the idea of building real products that matter
• Considering a future career in technology, but want guidance and confidence along the way

Eligibility

To apply, you’ll need to meet the following criteria:

• You are a woman currently in Year 13, studying A-levels
• You are predicted AAA or higher at A-level
• You are aiming to study Computer Science at university
• (or Computer Science combined with another subject, such as Maths or Physics, with Computer Science being the primary focus)
• You are considering applying to leading university.
• You live within commuting distance of Knutsford, so you can be office-based during:
• your summer internship, and/or
• any year-in-industry (9-12 months)

You don’t need to have had formal work experience in tech - we care far more about potential, curiosity, and motivation.

Life at PortSwigger (and what you get out of it)

We care just as much about your future as we do about the work you’ll do. This programme is designed to give you financial security, real experience, and a clear path into a tech career.

Financial support & career security

• Full university tuition fees paid (up to £70,000 total) for scholars
• Paid software engineering work throughout your degree (£750 per week)
• A fast track pathway into our Graduate Software Developer programme

Day-to-day life & community

• Free breakfast, lunch, and lots of snacks cooked by our in-house chefs
• On-site gym with yoga, Pilates, boxing, HIIT, and more
• A ready-made graduate and early-career community - you won’t be doing this alone
• Paid team socials, graduate events, and company-wide celebrations

A place where you can belong

• A friendly, inclusive culture where you can be yourself and feel supported
• People who want to teach, mentor, and see you succeed

If you are interested, please look at some more of our key resources:

Women in Tech Scholarship Scheme

Visit our dedicated programme page for full details on the scholarship, internship opportunities, eligibility, and how to apply.

Learn more about the programme

Read our press release announcing the Women in Tech Scholarship, including a statement from our CEO.

Hear from past candidates

Discover why our previous Women in Tech interns/scholars chose a career in technology - and what they learned along the way.

Explore opportunities at PortSwigger

Watch a short video showcasing how we support and inspire women pursuing careers in tech.

Life at PortSwigger

Take a virtual tour of our office and get a feel for everyday life as a Swigger

Graduate stories

Read reflections from our recent graduates and learn what starting a career at PortSwigger is really like.