2027 eBay Industrial Placement Programme

eBay; London Borough of Richmond upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

eBay UK offers a 12-month industrial placement in Richmond, London, with hybrid working. You will join the Marketplace team to work on real projects that impact how buyers and sellers experience the platform.

Join a fast-moving global marketplace, gain hands-on experience across data, research, and business initiatives, and build core skills while supporting teams and stakeholders. Start date is September 2027 and placement lasts 12 months.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a UK university degree programme that includes a 12-month industrial placement.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects that shape how our marketplace operates and how buyers and sellers experience eBay.
• Use data, research, and customer insights to identify trends and inform business decisions.
• Collaborate with teams across functions to deliver shared goals.
• Gain exposure to digital tools, AI, and emerging technologies shaping how businesses operate.
• Develop your analytical thinking, communication, project management and problem-solving capabilities.

Skills

Curious mindset

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Excel/Google Sheets familiarity

Education

UK university degree with 12-month placement

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Location: Richmond, London, UK (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 months, full-time

Start Date: September 2027

Why eBay UK?

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

Your experience will vary depending on the team you join, but you can expect opportunities to:

• 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.

Our Recruitment Process

We've designed our recruitment process to help us understand your strengths, interests, and potential, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about eBay.

1. Apply: Submit one application to be considered for multiple Marketplace placement opportunities.
2. Video Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a video interview via Phenom to share more about their experiences, interests, and motivation.
3. Assessment Centre: Successful candidates will be invited to an Assessment Centre, where you'll have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and learn more about working at eBay.
4. Team Matching: Following the Assessment Centre, successful candidates will be considered for available placement opportunities based on their strengths, interests, and business needs.

Ready to start building your future?

Join eBay for a year of learning, collaboration, and meaningful experience, where your ideas matter and your career journey is just beginning.

Additional Details

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.