Digital Innovation - Placement Year

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; England; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is looking for a forward-thinking intern to join their Assembly Quality Management department. The role will support digital innovation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Applicants should be studying relevant degrees and have knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, and coding experience is a plus. Competitive salary and additional benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary of £27,000

27 days holiday per annum

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Qualifications

• Must be on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
• Able to communicate in English; German beneficial.
• Strong PC skills and good working knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Seeking digital solutions for product quality improvement.
• Understanding computer systems in use within assembly.
• Spearheading digital innovations towards Industry 4.0.

Skills

Digital solutions

Lean Manufacturing

Manufacturing Systems

SQL

Python

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood – Digital Innovation - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

We are seeking a forward-thinking student that has a passion for technological innovation to join our Assembly Quality Management department. You will play a fundamental part of our journey towards digitalisation and Industry 4.0, as we employ new digital and technological solutions to support the team that build the best car in the world.

As an intern you will quickly learn the complexities of our production line and will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing and developing new computing solutions that help us on our mission to ‘take the best that exists and make it better’. Now is the time for digital innovations at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, and we want you to be a part of it. Come and join our team at an exciting time, as we push the boundaries of what digital and technological solutions are possible for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

Responsibilities

• Seeking digital solutions that support with the continuous improvement of the quality of our products.
• Gaining a deep understanding of the computer systems currently in use within assembly.
• Spearheading digital innovations that will propel us towards Industry 4.0, constantly seeking opportunities to leverage technology for increased efficiency.
• Actively solving complex issues related to our production systems.
• Developing into an all rounded professional ready to take on any challenge they are faced with.
• Analysis of data sets to give transparency to the existing target environment with a view to offering improvement opportunities.
• Supporting the implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation throughout the Assembly process.

Qualifications

• Studying a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant course.
• Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems and or Quality Systems.
• Ideally you will have a good knowledge of manufacturing techniques.
• Able to communicate in the English language; German would be beneficial.
• You need to be able to work independently within the management team, have the ability to organise yourself and work in a 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.
• Strong PC skills and a good working knowledge of MS Office.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems is desirable.
• Any coding experience, such as SQL or Python, is considered advantageous.

Benefits

• 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 are 40 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 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: We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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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