IT Undergraduate Placement

Mercedes-Benz UK Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thirteen-month programme

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz UK Limited is offering an IT Undergraduate Placement in Milton Keynes for a 13‑month period starting 2 August 2027. You will gain hands-on experience across IT projects, build analytical thinking and key stakeholder skills while delivering real business value.

The programme offers a competitive salary, 25 days holiday per year, and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Currently studying IT, Business Analysis or Project Management.
• Year-in-industry placement to be completed before graduation.
• Organised, proactive and collaborative.

Job description

Job Description - IT Undergraduate Placement (MER0004A31)

Description

Duration: 13 months

Location: Milton Keynes

Start date: 2 August 2027

About us

At Mercedes-Benz Cars, we're passionate about developing the next generation of talent. Our Undergraduate Programmes are designed to give you the opportunity to learn, grow and make a real impact from day one, while helping shape the future of mobility through innovation, sustainability and exceptional customer experiences.

We believe great careers start with the right support, which is why you'll be encouraged to explore new ideas, build valuable skills and learn from experienced colleagues across the business. Together, we create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, can contribute confidently and reach their full potential. Our culture is built on respect, equal opportunity and the belief that diverse perspectives make us stronger, helping us deliver better outcomes for our customers, colleagues and communities.

About our IT undergraduate programme

We’re looking for two motivated undergraduates, currently studying IT, Business Analysis or Project Management, to join our dynamic IT team and ready to make an impact from day one. You’ll get hands‑on experience across meaningful projects, building your commercial awareness, analytical thinking, and stakeholder skills while helping deliver real business value.

Some of the skills you can expect to gain:

• Practical business insight gained from real-world challenges
• Sharp commercial awareness and an understanding of what drives performance
• Clear, confident, and professional communication skills
• The ability to think strategically and make informed decisions
• A deep understanding of our industry and how it’s evolving

What's in it for you

As well as the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, with a great team and culture, you will receive:

• Thirteen-month programme based in our offices in Milton Keynes
• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays

What you'll bring

• Currently studying a degree with an expected 2:1 grade or above that has focus on IT, Business Analysis or Project Management
• Currently studying a degree that enables you to complete a year in industry before you graduate
• Organised, detail-focused, and proactive
• Excel-savvy with strong digital skills
• Clear communicator and collaborative team player
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Confident taking initiative and solving problems
• Passionate about technology and innovation
• Excited to grow your career with Mercedes-Benz

Need adjustments during the recruitment process?

We want every candidate to feel supported throughout our recruitment process. If there is anything we can do to help you participate fully and comfortably, please let us know. We're committed to creating an accessible experience and will work with you to provide any support or adjustments you may need.

Right to work

Due to UK legislation, we can only accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

We care about your personal data. The UK General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control and by submitting an application to us, we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process.

Data categories that we process in relation to your application are the ones that you provided as part of the application process. We process your personal data in relation to the application, in accordance with the legal requirements. Recipients of your personal data within our company are the managers of the specialist unit in charge of filling the position and the responsible colleagues from HR.

Your application data is held within our secure application tracking system called Taleo – you’ll be given access to a candidate zone in this system where you can monitor and manage your application and see status updates. We will communicate with you, by email or phone throughout the recruitment process so that we can keep you updated and inform you of your progress through the recruitment process. You may also seek ‘job alerts’ once you are registered in Taleo and it is possible your details may be returned in searches we conduct for new positions and we may contact you by email to let you know about them. We limit the storage of your data to the necessary period. Contact us as [e-mail] for further information.

If you have any questions about any matter relating to data protection or the personal data that we process about you for the purpose of personnel recruiting, please contact the Chief Officer of Corporate Data Protection for the Mercedes-Benz Group at the following address: HPC W079 70546 Stuttgart, [e-mail] .