Digital Innovation - Placement Year

Job summary

Maintain and develop computing solutions for assembly quality, analyze data to identify improvement opportunities, and resolve issues with production systems. Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives, continuous product quality improvement, and implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation across assembly.

Job details

Start With What Energises You. 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. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood, Digital Innovation - Placement Year (July 2027) We are seeking a forward-thinking student that has a passion for technological innovation to join our Assembly Quality Management department. You will play a fundamental part of our journey towards digitalisation and Industry 4.0, as we employ new digital and technological solutions to support the team that build the best car in the world.As an intern you will quickly learn the complexities of our production line and will play a pivotal role in maintaining existing, and developing new computing solutions that help us on our mission to ‘take the best that exists and make it better’. Now is the time for digital innovations at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, and we want you to be a part of it. Come and join our team at an exciting time, as we push the boundaries of what digital and technological solutions are possible for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. What awaits you? Seeking digital solutions that support with the continuous improvement of the quality of our products. Gaining a deep understanding of the computer systems currently in use within assembly. Spearheading digital innovations that will propel us towards Industry 4.0, constantly seeking opportunities to leverage technology for increased efficiency. Actively solving complex issues related to our production systems. Developing into an all rounded professional ready to take on any challenge they are faced with. Analysis of data sets to give transparency to the existing target environment with a view to offering improvement opportunities. Supporting the implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation throughout the Assembly process. What you should bring along: Studying a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant course. Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems and or Quality Systems. Ideally you will have a good knowledge of manufacturing techniques. Able to communicate in the English language; German would be beneficial. You need to be able to work independently within the management team, have the ability to organise yourself and work in a team environment. You will be required to work from your own initiative taking projects and tasks from concept through to a complete and implemented solution. Strong PC skills and a good working knowledge of MS Office.Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems is desirable. Any coding experience, such as SQL or Python, is considered advantageous. What can you look forward to? Great Pay – A competitive annual salary, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme. 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 a virtual assessment centre and an in-person interview with the hiring manager. Please note: 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 for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026 Any further questions? Email us on recruitment-uk@bmwgroup.com Digital Innovation - Placement Year

What you’ll do

Maintain and develop computing solutions for assembly quality, analyze data to identify improvement opportunities, and resolve issues with production systems. Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives, continuous product quality improvement, and implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation across assembly.

Requirements

Applicants must be studying toward a bachelor's or integrated master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant subject and be on track for at least a 2:2. They should have knowledge of manufacturing, lean, or quality systems, strong PC and Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively; SQL or Python experience and German are advantageous.

Benefits

• 27 Days of Annual Leave
• Pension Scheme
• Subsidised On-Site Restaurant
• Employee Discounts

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• SQL · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Digital Innovation
• Computer Systems
• Data Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Systems
• Quality Systems
• Manufacturing Techniques
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Independent Working
• Teamwork
• Organization
• Microsoft Office
• SQL
• Python
• English Communication

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics

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