Bath External Integrated Project (EIP) - Bristol, UK

Rolls-Royce plc; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Hybrid working

On-site Bristol Rolls-Royce

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce Bath is offering a 6‑month EIP internship in partnership with the University of Bath. The placement covers a range of mechanical engineering projects with a strong business element and eligibility for a graduate placement based on performance.

The scheme supports hybrid working, with on-site presence expected several days per week. The starting salary is £23,600 (pro rata) plus a £500 joining bonus to assist with moving costs, and security clearance may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Submit reports and deliver seminars as part of the assessment by university and Rolls‑Royce.
• Work on technical projects with significant business elements during the 6‑month placement.

Job description

Job Description Bath External Integrated Project (EIP) Internship Duration: 6 months Starting salary: £23,600 (pro rata) + £500 joining bonus to support with moving and hybrid working

For students who are due to undertake the year 3 group design activity next semester. In partnership with the University of Bath Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rolls‑Royce is offering 6‑month industrial placements for high calibre engineering students from 15th February 2027 to 20th August 2027. Each placement will be a technical project, with a significant business element, and will count towards 20% of your degree – it’s a replacement for the second semester group design activity. This is a chance to do an influential project at a FTSE world renowned engineering company, as well as being paid for your internship. You will also be considered for a graduate placement, based on your performance from this internship. RR/Bath EIP scheme has been running for over 20 years and many EIP Interns have gone on to join the company graduate programme. Projects are currently being selected but it is likely that one of the projects will be on complex modelling of whole engine rotodynamic behaviour. Past projects have included virtually every engineering skill type including Systems and Component Design, Life Cycle Engineering, Thermodynamics, Aerodynamics, NDT and Additive Manufacturing. Part of your internship will include submitting reports and giving seminars which are assessed by the university and Rolls‑Royce. Please note that applicants are welcome from all Department of Mechanical Engineering Courses including the Integrated Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Course (IMEE).

The internship will be based on site at Rolls‑Royce, Bristol. We see hybrid working as a way to balance and flex our time between the office, home, or another remote working place. Everyone is expected on site, on average, a minimum three days per week. But specific arrangements will vary from role to role and gig to gig. We encourage and support flexible working arrangements where we can. To work for the Rolls‑Royce Defence business areas an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls‑Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

What we offer:

• Meaningful work from day one, with the support to help you succeed
• A culture that invests in your personal and professional development
• The chance to grow your skills while working on real projects in a global company
• You’ll be working on real projects and making a real difference from day one. That’s why we make sure you’re properly rewarded for the work you do. Along with your salary, you’ll get:
• 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
• Access to an independent, 24‑hour, confidential counselling service

Join us and help create the technologies that will shape tomorrow. Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026 We reserve the right to close the job advert early dependent on application volumes. Assessment centres will take place between November – December Programme Job Posting Date 21 Oct 2026; 00:10 Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting‑edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.