BMW UK, Oxford - Facility and Equipment Planning Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

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World-leading technologies don’t make it into a BMW until they’ve undergone one of the most challenging journeys imaginable. It takes dynamic teams with outstanding technical skills to take them from the drawing board to the road. That’s why our experts will treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Plant Oxford is the birthplace and heart of MINI production. Manufactured to individual customer specifications, hundreds of MINIs leave the plant’s assembly lines each day, off to meet new owners in more than 110 countries around the world. Three UK plants have a part to play in MINI production – Plant Hams Hall makes engines, Plant Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies for MINI, and all this comes together at Plant Oxford with body shell production, paint, and final assembly.

BMW UK, Oxford - Facility and Equipment Planning Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

We have two placements within the Facility and Equipment Planning Team where there is an opportunity to work closely with both production teams and external suppliers to install a wide variety of innovative automation and engineering solutions. These placements also provide the opportunity to work in a team full of experienced engineers with a wealth of engineering and project management knowledge.

What awaits you?

• You will be part of the team that works on new vehicle launches, series vehicle updates, as well as leading large equipment refurbishments.
• You will be working alongside our planners to co-ordinate the preparation and implementation of projects as well as supporting shutdown operations.
• You will be responsible for the analysis and evaluation of important production and business data.
• The opportunity to get involved with tasks surrounding our vision, control systems and performance analysis.
• Active involvement with evaluating assembly drawings to effectively implement modifications, to our production line.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying towards a 2:2 Bachelor degree - preferably in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Good time management is required.
• Good analytical skills, ability to learn quickly and to think outside the box is highly desirable.
• Advantageous skills would include programming, adaptability into new environments and good self-organisation.
• Candidates should be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of all standard Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Project. Previous CAD experience would also be beneficial.
• Communication and interpersonal skills are also highly desirable, with an ability to summarise and present topics clearly.

Why choose us?

       ·  Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,600, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

       ·  Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 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