Future Innovators Day 2027: Software Development & Engineering
A hands-on coding and engineering challenge for the next generation of Greater Manchester's tech talent
Future Innovators Day is a free, hands-on innovation challenge for the next generation of digital and technical talent across Greater Manchester.
Delivered as part of Manchester Digital Festival 2027 and sponsored by Autotrader, this challenge is designed for Year 2 / final-year college and sixth-form students studying subjects such as digital or technology pathways who enjoy coding, programming, creative problem-solving and building technology solutions.
Working in teams (max 5 people each), you’ll take on a real business challenge set by Autotrader, develop your solution with support from industry mentors, and present your ideas to industry professionals.
It’s an opportunity to put your skills into practice, experience what it’s like to tackle a real-world technology challenge, meet people working in the industry and gain insight into careers in software development and engineering.
Autotrader currently expects to recruit Software Development apprentices for its September 2027 intake. Participation in Future Innovators Day does not guarantee an interview or apprenticeship.
When:
Monday 8th February 2027
Start:
9:00 am
End:
5:30 pm
Where:
Autotrader, No.3 Circle Square
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