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.

The BMW Group is recruiting an intern to support the various activities of the Manufacturing Production System and VPS Programme (BMW Lean Manufacturing system) based at MINI Plant Oxford.

What awaits you?

• Management and support of various business steering and lean manufacturing approaches, such as definition of optimised Production Systems, Value Stream mapping, data analytics and innovation initiatives.
• Review and improve the Business Planning process, including co-ordination of target setting and reviewing the business plan performance in order to develop the future direction of the business.
• Development of the long term planning for the manufacturing areas from logistics flow to buildings and facility locations to ensure the correct material flow through the operations.
• Developing, preparing and facilitating various business strategy, target and process improvement activities – e.g. project management, project team participation, workshops, process development, documentations, trainings, coaching and steering etc.

• Studying an Undergraduate Degree in Business / Operations Management, Innovation or Engineering related subject and on track to achieving a 2:1 standard or higher.
• Ideally have knowledge/interest in Lean Production systems and techniques
• Able to demonstrate proven project management skills and experience
• Ability to speak and write German would be an advantage
• Expected to be self-motivated and work as part of a team of experts managing a broad spectrum of complex topics
• Management of own projects, able to collaborate with the team at all levels of the business

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £18,500, 26 days holiday and a pension scheme (pro rata to your contract) as well as a subsided on-site gym and restaurant.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – contracted working hours are 37 hours a week, with a half-day on a Friday. Weekly social events also help you to develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits - The opportunity to have access to drive new vehicles at weekends through our test car scheme. Throughout your internship you will be supported by our experts and many fellow interns.

Did you know?

MINI Plant Oxford is the heart of the MINI Manufacturing network and a state of the art automotive production technology centre. We’re proud of our achievements, some of which include:
• Building over 1000 cars per day, including the MINI Electric.
• Over 11,500 solar panels spread across an area of 20,000 square meters to supply the facility with renewable energy.
• The opportunity to get involved with our continued support of our house charity, with a variety of fundraising events throughout the year.

What do you need to do now?

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

Applications close 22th March 2020, however we operate rolling recruitment, so applying early is advised.

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

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

Please note, to be eligible, you must be returning to your studies after completion of the internship 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.