2027 eBay Industrial Placement Programme

Diversifying.io; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17.000 - 21.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

eBay in the UK invites you to join our 12‑month Industrial Placement Programme based in Richmond, London. You’ll work on projects that shape how buyers and sellers experience the marketplace and gain hands‑on experience in data, research, and business initiatives.

You’ll collaborate across teams, apply analytical thinking, and learn new digital tools including AI. We value curiosity, collaboration, and a proactive mindset that helps you grow professionally.

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in a UK degree programme that includes a 12‑month industrial placement.
• Available to start in September 2027 for a full‑time, 12‑month placement.
• Will return to university after the placement to continue studies.
• Comfortable with hybrid work and onsite days at Richmond, London.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to projects that improve how eBay operates and delivers value.
• Use data, research and insights to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver shared goals.
• Solve business challenges with curious thinking and practical solutions.
• Engage with new digital tools and AI to understand their impact on work.
• Develop stronger analytical thinking, communication and project management skills.

Kenntnisse

Curiosity and motivation

Data & insights

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Collaborative mindset

Excel/Google Sheets

Ausbildung

UK university degree with 12-month placement

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Jobbeschreibung

The UK is one of the world's most dynamic and competitive ecommerce markets, and eBay is right at the heart of it!

Based in our Richmond, London office, you'll be part of a team helping millions of buyers and sellers connect, grow, and thrive.

From empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses to shaping the future of recommerce, you'll gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑moving global marketplace where innovation, creativity, and fresh perspectives make a real difference.

About the Team and the Role

Our 12-month UK Industrial Placement Programme is your opportunity to gain real‑world experience, develop new skills, and make a meaningful impact while completing your university degree.

As part of eBay's Marketplace organisation, you'll work alongside experienced professionals on projects that help shape how our marketplace operates and how buyers and sellers experience eBay.

Whether you're exploring data, identifying opportunities, supporting business initiatives, or helping teams solve challenges, you'll have the opportunity to bring fresh perspectives and contribute to work that matters.

One application, multiple opportunities.

Through this posting, we'll consider you for a range of placement roles across our Marketplace organisation. We'll explore your skills, interests, and strengths throughout the recruitment process to help identify the right opportunity for you.

What You Will Accomplish

• Make a real impact: Contribute to projects and initiatives that improve how eBay operates and delivers value to buyers and sellers.
• Turn insights into action: Use data, research, and customer insights to identify trends, explore opportunities, and help inform business decisions.
• Solve meaningful problems: Bring curiosity, creativity, and fresh thinking to business challenges, working with others to develop practical solutions.
• Collaborate across teams: Build relationships and work with colleagues across different functions to deliver shared goals.
• Explore new ways of working: Gain exposure to digital tools, AI, and emerging technologies that are shaping how businesses operate.
• Build your future skills: Strengthen your analytical thinking, communication, project management, and problem‑solving capabilities while gaining valuable professional experience.

What You Will Bring

We're looking for curious, motivated students who are excited to learn, contribute, and explore a career in a global technology business.

You don't need to know everything on day one. We're interested in your potential, your perspective, and your willingness to grow.

To be eligible, you should:

• Be currently enrolled in a UK university degree programme that includes a 12-month industrial placement.
• Be available to start in September 2027 and commit to a full‑time, 12-month placement.
• Be returning to university to continue your studies following your placement.
• Be able to work in a hybrid arrangement, including onsite days at our Richmond, London office. Specific expectations will depend on the team.

We'd love to see:

• A curious mindset and enthusiasm for understanding how businesses, technology, and marketplaces work.
• An interest in using data, research, or insights to solve problems and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to share ideas clearly.
• An organised, proactive approach to managing tasks and priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from others.
• Familiarity with tools such as Excel or Google Sheets, or an interest in developing your analytical skills.
• An openness to exploring new technologies, including AI, and how they can improve the way we work.

We value different experiences and perspectives. You don't need previous corporate experience to succeed in this programme. We encourage you to apply if you're excited about the opportunity to learn and contribute.

eBay is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for accommodation as soon as possible. View our accessibility statement to learn more about eBay's commitment to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities.