Assembly Production - Placement Year

BMW Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is offering a 13-month Assembly Production Internship at their Oxford plant. The role involves quality control analysis, project management, and problem resolution within assembly production. Applicants should be studying towards a relevant degree and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and additional benefits like an on-site gym and subsidized meals are included.

Benefits

26 days holiday per annum

Attractive pension scheme

On-site gym

Subsidized on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Studying towards a relevant degree.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Ability to evaluate options and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control analysis and tests to ensure performance.
• Investigate and resolve problem reports.
• Manage a project related to assembly activities.

Skills

Good communication skills

Problem identification and resolution

Time management

Knowledge of automotive industry

Education

2:1 Bachelor degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

NO NEED TO PREDICT THE FUTURE. YOU CAN CREATE IT.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

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.

MINI Plant Oxford - Assembly Production Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

We have four placement opportunities within Assembly Production. The Assembly team are looking for interns to join their team and support in problem solving and data analysis.

What awaits you?

• Quality control analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Investigate problem resolution reports.
• Identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Continuous improvement activities.
• Undertaking specific project activities as instructed by General Managers and Group Leaders
• Data analysis and management.
• Responsibility of one project, relating to assembly, e.g. Damage prevention, Problem solving approaches, Innovations, etc.
• As an intern you will also be given the opportunity to take part in the testing of new vehicles through one of our car schemes.

What should you bring along?

• Studying towards a 2:1 Bachelor degree - preferably in Manufacturing or Mechanical / Electrical Engineering.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to identify complex problems, develop and evaluate options, and implement solutions.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of automotive industry and trends.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £25,250, 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 include online testing, an in-person assessment centre and then a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

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.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

The application period for this role is open until 30th November 2025. Any further questions can be directed to [e-mail]