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’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.

Launch and Series Change Coordination

The Launch Coordination department is responsible for the coordination and steering of new product/derivative launches in plant Oxford. The department is divided into six key areas:

• Project steering – Administration and project management of new vehicle launches into Oxford.
• Launch Steering – Validation planning of new content.
• IPT (Integration Parts Process) – Management and steering of new components.
• SIT (Systems Integrations Team) - Management and steering of new electronically diagnosable components.
• Technology Steering – Management of the budget and head count.
• Launch/Series Change Co-ordination - Preparation of validation activities for bill of material checks.

The student will provide support to the Launch and Change Co-ordination department, which is responsible for the introduction of technical modifications into pre-series as well as series cars in Plant Oxford. The intern will overtake specific projects depending on ongoing needs of the department.

What will you be doing? 

• Coordination & issue of Build Lists/parts call offs for MINI pre-series vehicle builds and maintaining the departments Key Performance measures.
• Executing and communicating key reports, identifying opportunities to develop these further with the aid of data analytics and a process improvement mindset.
• Supporting the processing of new change content from the central BMW technologies (incl. Networking with German colleagues)
• Supporting the organisation and running of key meetings within the project management structure on a weekly basis
• Shadowing and supporting the departmental functions
• Involvement on the management of the Departmental vehicle fleet including maintenance activities.
• Supporting activities relating to audit readiness.
• Leading departmental housekeeping activities (5S process)
• Maintaining a flexible work methodology to allow additional tasks to be undertaken on demand.

• Study towards a 2:2 or above degree or equivalent in Business Studies, Industrial Engineering with Business Studies or mechanical engineering;
• You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK;
• You must be returning to your studies after completion of the internship;
• Have fluent Communication skills
• Be an experienced Microsoft Office user;
• Have an enthusiastic approach, be a good team player and display a willingness to integrate and learn;
• Knowledge in programming Excel (VBA) would be beneficial;
• Awareness / curiosity into data analytics will prove useful.
• Responsibility (e.g. reliable, conscientious, self-disciplined)

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £18,500, 26 days holiday (pro rata to your contract) and a pension scheme as well as a subsided on-site restaurant.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, with a half-day on a Friday helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits - Throughout your placement you will be supported by our experts and many fellow students and have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits.

What do you need to do now?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you then apply today using the link below.

The next stages of the recruiting process could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, or telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

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.

Please ensure that you complete all of the free text questions for your application to be progressed, and include a role relevant cover letter, explaining why we should consider you for this position.

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement, and be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK, if you are not a UK or European passport holder.  

Closing date for applications:  Monday 30^th November 2020

Any further questions? Email us on hr.services.recruitment@bmwgroup.co.uk