Communications and Events - Placement Year

BMW Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Dublin seeks a Communications and Events Intern for a 13-month student placement. The role involves supporting strategic communications and event activities to promote the BMW and MINI brands in Ireland. Candidates should be pursuing a relevant bachelor's degree and have strong communication skills. Competitive salary of €28,000 with additional benefits including 27 days holiday and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

27 days holiday

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Studying towards a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Self-motivated with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support internal/external strategy implementation and communications.
• Assist with planning and coordinating events.
• Provide administrative support to the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

THIS MUCH DOING ISN'T DOABLE AT JUST ANY COMPANY.

SHARE YOUR PASSION

We believe in creating an environment where our placement students really can learn and develop during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. Our experts and mentors will treat you as part of the team from day one, encouraging you to bring your own ideas to the table and giving you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

BMW Ireland, Dublin - Communications and Events Intern - 13 Month Student Placement (July 2026)

We are looking for a detail orientated, energetic and eager individual to join our Communications, Strategy and Events team responsible for planning and executing communications and event activities that contribute positively to the perception of The BMW Group brands in Ireland (BMW and MINI).

This role requires an organised, energetic and detail-oriented person who can manage multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment. This individual is a team-player with an entrepreneurial spirit with initiative, willingness to learn and ability to manage multiple tasks while adapting to shifting priorities. This role also offers exciting opportunities to visit retailer centres, support at national events and gain a broad understanding and experience of how the BMW Group operates.

What awaits you?

Working closely with the Head of Strategy, Communications, Events and Employee Engagement Manager you will help ensure the current and future BMW and MINI models and sponsorship properties are launched and optimised for the Irish market to deliver against sales and company objectives. The chosen individual will assist with tasks including, but not limited to writing and editing, event coordination, report writing, preparing, photo, video and event briefing, media relations, coordination of social media content, assisting the department with and other communications and administrative support tasks as assigned. This will involve:

Communications and Strategy

• Support internal/external strategy implementation and track activities; coordinate retailer and internal communications on strategy and sustainability.
• Manage retailer marketing materials and updates to the dealer site; work with ambassadors to identify trends and talent.
• Collate press coverage and analyse insights to inform communications; manage Pree Fleet car usage and media output; prepare quarterly BMW Group Ireland economic landscape report.
• Gather data to identify external sustainability opportunities; organise media events; handle PO processing and monthly reporting.
• Attend and present at management/team meetings; distribute the Internal Communications weekly newsletter and prepare intranet articles with the BMW Financial Service Intern.

Events & Partnerships

• Assist Events and Sponsorship Manager with product, sporting, cultural, and internal events; plan and coordinate with agencies, RSVPs, and assets; support retailer and customer event activities.

Employee Engagement

• Support the Employee Engagement Manager in activities and initiatives for the 40+ employees at BMW Group Ireland.

Supporting MINI

• Assist with MINI IE product launch planning and activities; support the MINI intern in planning marketing activities.

What should you bring along?

• Studying towards a bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Studies, Economics or a related field and on track to achieve at least a 2:2.
• A good understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft programmes; including PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel.
• Self-motivated with excellent written and verbal communication skills. This will be important as you will be working with a variety of internal and external colleagues including retailer partners, colleagues in the UK, and suppliers.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, coupled with the ability to think analytically and laterally.
• Ability to work flexibly with outstanding time management and organisation whilst working across a number of varied tasks.
• Previous experience in a retail setting is advantageous but not essential.
• An interest and enthusiasm for cars and working in the automotive industry.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay - A competitive annual salary of €28,000, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance - Contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits - You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including 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 could include online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone, or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

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: Sunday 30th November 2025

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