Industrial Operations: Manufacturing Undergraduate - Halewood
Our undergraduate programmes offer a direct pipeline to our graduate scheme, which is not eligible for sponsorship. Therefore, JLR will only accept applications for this programme from candidates who would have the right to work in the UK at the point that they would successfully convert to the graduate programme.
Achieve the exceptional
Your placement year at university could not have come at a more exciting time. The undergraduate placement at JLR launches you into the heart of automotive innovation. Apply your learning, satisfy your curiosity and prepare for a long, successful career alongside industry experts. Arrive curious. Discover opportunity.
Your future starts here.
Industrial Operations: Manufacturing Undergraduate
At JLR, our Industrial Operations function is responsible for creating thousands of vehicles every day. The function unites our manufacturing, procurement and supply chain teams and together, they think beyond the challenges of today to build the cars of tomorrow.
This industry-leading undergraduate programme is an opportunity for you to shape the future of manufacturing. You’ll gain real-world experience, learning how to implement and manage a lean manufacturing operation, explore the digital engineering lifecycle of a vehicle and develop your core competencies in engineering.
During the year-long programme, you could work at either within our Halewood Plant team or within our Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) function (also based at Halewood). Where you’re placed will depend on your personal preferences and business needs.
Explore the different teams you could be a part of below.
* Halewood Plant: Paint ; Trim and Final; Quality
* Material Planning and Logistics (MP&L)
* Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME)
Our undergraduate programmes are designed to set you up for a lifetime of success, developing your curiosity and creativity over a period of 12 months.
From day one, you’ll be surrounded by an innovative and dedicated team that care about your development. You’ll build essential business skills, including resilience, personal branding, and self-care. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll gain valuable industry insights while bringing your academic knowledge to life. Shadowing opportunities will further deepen your understanding of our business and enhance your technical expertise.
Throughout your journey, our Early Careers Delivery team will provide continuous support and guidance, ensuring you make the most of every opportunity. By the time you finish, you’ll be equipped to tackle the challenges of a rapidly changing industry and ready to make a meaningful impact.
Rewards and benefits
Our 2025 undergraduate programme salary will be £23,434. You’ll also enjoy a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from retailers and sports clubs.
What we are looking for
To join the Industrial Operations: Manufacturing Undergraduate programme, you’ll need to be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, material engineering, or aeronautical or automotive engineering if you have a strong interest in manufacturing.
You should be a skilled problem-solver with a curiosity for understanding business challenges and a drive to deliver innovative solutions. Strong numerical and interpersonal skills, along with the confidence to champion new initiatives, are also essential.
Please note that our undergraduate placement opportunities are open only to penultimate-year students (those who will be returning to their final year of study or on an integrated master’s after their placement with us). All our undergraduate programmes have a fixed start date, commencing 7th July 2025.
Our undergraduate programmes offer a direct pipeline to our graduate scheme, which is not eligible for sponsorship. Therefore, JLR will only accept applications for this programme from candidates who would have the right to work in the UK at the point that they would successfully convert to the graduate programme.
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Location Liverpool
How to apply
]]Please be aware that we may close our programmes at any point and at short notice based on the volume of applications received. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please apply early.
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 26 November 2024
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Imagine a career shaped by passion. Achievements driven by innovation. And growth without limitation. Now imagine an environment that allows you the freedom, opportunity and flexibility to achieve your ambitions and create a better future. One that takes you beyond the now and helps you discover who you want to be and where you want to go.
We’re evolving the world of modern luxury. Creating vehicles that are era-defining across distinct brands with profound cultural influence worldwide. Range Rover. Discovery. Defender. Jaguar. We’re embracing our modernist design philosophy without compromising on sustainability.
To do this takes diverse skills and a strong sense of collective purpose. It takes desire and curiosity to reach for exceptional. It takes someone like you to achieve it.
Your journey starts here.
Early Careers at JLR
Our early careers programmes have been crafted to nurture talented people to drive the future of modern luxury vehicles. Find the path best suited to your needs; exceptional awaits.
Undergraduates
By the time you reach your placement year at university, we know you’ve got a lot of industry intrigue and a desire to learn. That’s where our undergraduate programmes come in.
The structure is designed to set you up for a lifetime of success, intensifying your curiosity and creativity over 12 months. From day one, you’ll be surrounded by an innovative, dedicated team that values you and your development. A place where you’ll not only apply your learning, but somewhere that will open your mind to the future of automotive and the ever-changing world of modern luxury. The work you do here will be real, be it data, commercial, or engineering, you’ll be driving huge impact and opportunity for our iconic brands and your future.
Show us your passion for exceptional modern luxury and there may be opportunities to progress onto our graduate programme once you complete your studies.
Graduates
Our growing community of exceptional graduates have one thing that connects them – every day they’re moving a step closer to who they can become.
Our graduate programme at JLR gives you access to some of the most forward-thinking industry experts, networking opportunities and industry insight. Once here, you’ll be able to experience different roles and departments that spark interest, inspire action and ignite enthusiasm.
From pushing your creative or strategic thinking right through to developing your leadership skills, or even supporting crucial business projects, by the time you finish the programme, you’ll become a rounded professional and play a vital part in shaping the future of JLR.
We’ll support your growth, enabling you to achieve and even exceed your potential. Join us and start building an exceptional career you can be proud of.
There’s no better time to start your journey with us than right now. An apprenticeship programme at JLR opens doors to innovation and technology like no other, enhancing your skills and engaging your curiosity.
Surround yourself with other ambitious teammates, working together on projects that fundamentally shape the vehicles of the future. Gain practical hands-on experience from the very beginning, supported by nationally recognised qualifications, accredited by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.
You won’t just be looking at the future of modern luxury. You’ll be creating it. Exceptional starts here.
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