Interior Trim Engineering - Placement Year

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

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is looking for a Quality Engineering intern for a 13-month placement starting July 2025. The intern will support product development and ensure quality standards in the Interior Trim Centre. This role offers a competitive salary of £27,000, 27 days holiday, and various employee benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days holiday

Pension scheme

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to discounts through Advantages scheme

Qualifications

• Studying towards a degree with a predicted outcome of 2:2 or above.
• Able to multi-task while maintaining structure.
• Competent in data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of new products in Quality Planning.
• Design and test measurement methods.
• Analyze data to confirm product conformity.
• Investigate and improve production processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Creativity

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's or integrated Master’s degree in relevant Engineering or Science subject

Job description

Overview

A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS OFF. SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Everything starts with passion at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. It turns a profession into a vocation. It drives us to keep reinventing mobility and to bring innovative ideas onto the roads. Our teams work as a strong unit where every opinion is valued. We have set future-focused goals within a practical and long-term framework - all with the intention to enact positive change and continue our pursuit of proactive responsibility. Plus, we pride ourselves on providing a friendly, supportive environment and management style, having some great benefits for our employees, career development, progression and work-life balance.

We’re committed to providing an environment where you can be yourself and be your best. This includes welcoming you into an inclusive culture, investing in your continuous learning and development, giving you access to breadth and depth of experience. We want to provide you with challenging and rewarding opportunities to make a difference, offering flexible working options and giving ample reward and recognition.

Role

Quality Engineering, Interior Trim Centre - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

The Interior Trim Centre manufactures the main Interior Trim components fitted to all Rolls-Royce vehicles including seats, door panels and instrument panels. It is our attention to detail that produces world-class interiors. You will be part of a team that takes brand new concepts and makes them reality for the future of the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars portfolio. Our team is seeking a placement student to join from July 2025.

What awaits you?

• Working within the Quality Planning department to support the development of new products.
• Designing and testing measurement methods to support Quality Engineers in new product introduction.
• Data collection and analysis to confirm product conformity and identify error trends to support problem solving activities.
• Undertaking individual projects to investigate, analyse and improve production processes.

What should you bring along?

• Studying a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a relevant Engineering or Science subject.
• Analytical, logical and self-motivated individual.
• Able to think creatively and use initiative.
• Able to multi-task whilst maintaining structure and attention to detail.

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 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 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

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 and contacts

Closing date for applications: 30th November 2025

Any further questions? Email us on [e-mail]