Environmental and Security - Placement Year

BMW Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm in Oxford is offering a 13-month internship focused on environmental and security improvements. Interns will work closely with teams on digital system installations, compliance reporting, and communication initiatives to enhance environmental awareness. Applicants should be studying towards a relevant degree, possess strong data handling skills, and demonstrate teamwork capabilities. This internship offers a competitive salary of £23,650 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Employee discounts

On-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

Qualifications

• Studying towards a relevant course and on track for a 2:1 or above.
• Experience in administration, building, business, construction, or engineering is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist the environment and security teams.
• Help install digital systems for resilience and data handling.
• Develop processes for compliance reporting.

Skills

Excellent data handling

Teamwork skills

Confident decision making

Time management skills

IT skills

Education

Studying towards a degree in environmental field or business

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS-OFF.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. That’s why our experts 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.

Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. as a leading provider of Business Mobility Services is also located in Farnborough.

MINI Plant, Oxford – Environmental and Security Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

We believe in creating an environment where our placement student really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. That is why our experts 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.

We are looking for an internship to join the team for 13 months, starting 01/07/2026. You will assist two teams the environment team and the security team to install digital systems that improve our resilience and data handling.

What awaits you?

• Enhancing your understanding of environmental legislation in the manufacturing context.
• Awareness of environmental topics, strategies for improvement and monitoring performance of key environmental topics.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to gather data and produce reports for compliance reporting.
• Developing active communication initiatives to enhance the environmental awareness of all employees.
• Awareness of security topics and the interfaces to the wider business.
• Interpreting security data, identification of risks and deploying countermeasures to reduce business impact.

Qualifications and experience

• Studying towards a relevant course in the environmental field or business related degree and on course to achieve a 2:1 or above. Work experience can be particularly useful in areas such as: administration, building, business, construction, and engineering.
• Excellent data handling and a structured approach to information management.
• Teamwork skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
• Confident decision making and presenter.
• Time management and project management skills
• IT skills preferred, particularly with experience of the MS Suite.
• A practical, flexible and innovative approach to work with an ability to prioritise workload.
• A full driving license may be required, if travelling between sites.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,650, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are37 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?

Apply early as we operate rolling recruitment—applications may close earlier if we receive sufficient interest. The process includes online testing, an assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.

Eligibility:

• Returning to studies for at least 6 months after the placement.
• Proof of legal right to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

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: Sunday 30th November 2025

Further Questions?

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