Bespoke Design & Innovation - Placement Year

BMW Group; England; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury automotive manufacturer in England is offering a 12-month Vehicle Bespoke Design internship. This role involves supporting innovative design projects, working with premium materials, and collaborating with skilled engineers. Ideal candidates are studying engineering or design, with a creative flair and ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Attractive salary, benefits, and a chance to lead projects make this an exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary of £27,000

27 days holiday per annum

Attractive pension scheme

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee discount schemes

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with hand painting and design processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support detailed planning activities of the Interior Surface Centre.
• Collaborate with engineers and craftspeople on new and existing projects.
• Assist in applying engineering processes to develop the business.

Skills

Creative thinking

Design flair

Mechanical and logical systems knowledge

Teamwork ability

Education

Studying towards an Engineering, Design or Art related course

Job description

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside. As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls-Royce delivers unmatched quality, style, and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls-Royce. Each year we offer internship opportunities and we are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and are looking to complete a 12 month placement.

Vehicle Bespoke Design & Innovation Intern – 12 Month Internship (July 2026)

Entity, Location – Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood.

Rolls-Royce Bespoke is an exciting environment, bringing customer ideas into reality. We produce interior surface components using a variety of materials and finishes. Throughout the process we combine craftsmanship with technology to exacting standards. It is our attention to detail that produces world class interiors.

Working in Bespoke at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is an exciting environment, bringing the most ambitious designs of our clients into reality. Each day in Bespoke will bring new challenges and opportunities as you support the Bespoke teams with day-to-day tasks and projects. This is constantly changing due to the range of bespoke options we offer our clients, and you will learn how to think on your feet in a dynamic workplace. During your time in the Studio, you’ll get to work with a variety of materials; predominantly wood and wood veneers, plus precious metals, stone, carbon fibre and other organic veneers. You’ll also have opportunities to try hand painting, airbrushing, and sprayed finishes. Creative thinking and a strong design flair are encouraged. This placement also gives you the chance to learn how to support the team in bringing new and exciting ideas to life, and to take a lead on the Experimentations workstream.

What awaits you?

• Supporting the detailed planning activities of the Interior Surface Centre.
• Working with highly experienced industrial, mechanical engineers and Craftspeople on new projects and existing processes. Working with planning, production and the wider business teams to solve problems.
• Working on future projects to further develop the business by applying sound engineering processes.

What should you bring along?

• Studying towards an Engineering, Design or Art related course, and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Knowledge, interest and an appetite for mechanical / logical systems would be a distinct advantage. You need to be able to work independently within our team and have the ability to organise yourself as well as be able to work in the team environment.
• You will be required to work from your own initiative taking projects and tasks from concept through to a complete and implemented solution.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay –A competitive annual salary of£27,000, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract)and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance– Contracted working hours are40 hours a week.
• Exciting Additional Benefits –You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, 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.

Closing date for applications: 30th November 2025

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