BMW Hams Hall, Birmingham - Material and Process Analysis Internship - 13 Month Placement 2025

KNOWING WHAT, WHERE, HOW, WHEN AND WHY REQUIRES REAL TALENT, NOT JUST CURIOSITY

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Intelligent ideas come off the production line non-stop when you have intelligent concepts in place. Long before our premium vehicles reach the road, the delivery of materials from all over the world needs to be set in motion. With expertise and experience, with vision and commitment, with creative solutions and pleasure in effective collaboration. Share your enthusiasm for putting ideas into practice.

BMW Group Plant Hams Hall is a modern, state-of-the-art engine manufacturing facility, located just outside Birmingham, UK. Producing the latest generation of three and four cylinder petrol engines, and precision machining key engine components, the plant has recently celebrated 20 years of successful production. Operating seven days a week, with more than one engine rolling off the line per minute, the plant plays a key role in BMW Group’s global production network, supplying engines for BMW and MINI, including some of the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles.

BMW Hams Hall, Birmingham – Material and Process Analysis Internship - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

The TI-341HH department coordinates and delivers material and process analysis requests and project activities as dictated by business requirements and production needs. The main focus is on chemical and metallurgical analysis.

The team consists of three specialists and an apprentice in Hams Hall with a manager based in Oxford who has responsibility for teams in Hams Hall, Oxford and Swindon.

What awaits you?

• Complete chemical analysis as well as metallurgical analysis as required.
• Perform failure analysis to understand root causes and recommend solutions.
• Work with other departments to refine existing processes.
• Undertake quality assured work to ensure specifications are met.
• Complete improvement tasks and projects, either as part of a larger team or on own.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying towards a bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Mechanical or Automotive Engineering with Chemistry / Materials modules and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Be able to undertake a large programme of self-directed work.
• Basic experience in using analytical equipment would be preferable.
• Preferably have a full driving licence as there will be the chance to make use of the excellent existing network within the UK (Oxford, Swindon and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at Goodwood) with visits and support.
• Good material knowledge and basic chemistry knowledge.
• Customer orientated focus.
• Good communicator.
• Self-assured and self-sufficient.

Why choose us?

·    Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £24.950, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

·    Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 39 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.

·    Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

 What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.  

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:   Saturday 30th November 2024

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com