BMW Hams Hall, Birmingham - Business IT Developer - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

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More than 90% of automotive innovations are based on electronics and software. That’s why creative freedom and lateral thinking are so important in the pursuit of truly novel solutions. And 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.

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 Plant Hams Hall, Birmingham – Business IT Developer - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

We are looking for two interns to join our Business IT Development team for 13 months commencing July 2025. The role is based in TA-42 Machining, our function has 3 high volume flexible production lines and the role is to manage and develop IT based solutions to support the business. Our team is based in the same open plan office as the IT department and interns act as an interface to IT, and other areas of the business working in this field.

What awaits you?

• Administer and manage a Microsoft SharePoint site with multiple subsites and Microsoft PowerBI server, and liaise with the central server owner in Oxford and Spartanburg.
• Develop bespoke complex solutions using SharePoint and basic programming in JavaScript for customers.
• Develop Business Analytics solutions for communicating the data to a wider audience.
• Use digitalisation methods to streamline pre-existing solutions in the business.
• Identify analysis' that can be improved with up to date reporting and analytics techniques.
• Use web technologies to improve and add new features to our existing internal web applications.
• Produce quality data analytics reports that are mobile device focused.

Qualifications and Experience

• Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Digital Media and IT or other relevant field and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above.
• An understanding and interest in business processes and the IT systems used to manage data.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High intrinsic motivation, creativity, project management skills and entrepreneur thinking.
• Programming language skills in one or more of the following (e.g. Python, Java, C#, C++, R, HTML).
• Experience with data visualisation tools, preferably PowerBI.
• Understanding of Oracle / SQL databases.

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