UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING

Undergraduate: Engineering

Duration: 12 months

Location: West Midlands (Multiple Sites), Manchester

Salary: £23,434

Our strong heritage in engineering means you’re best placed to achieve the exceptional. And right now, we’re putting more energy than ever into reimagining the future. It makes for meaningful work that’s always evolving in an environment that is collaborative, open, diverse and dynamic.

We achieve the exceptional through curiosity, creativity and precision engineering. The best minds get us there. Those who question every tiny aspect of the manufacturing process in their pursuit of creating innovations that move people.

The scale of our knowledge and expertise informs our ambition. And the opportunity to take us even further, and faster, is unlimited. Our Engineering undergraduates get to define modern luxury design that is better for the planet. So, we invest in them with an ever-evolving range of training and technology, wrapped up in a collaborative approach to developing their skills and knowledge where career development is decided in consultation.

Here, you’ll get to put your theory into practice on real-life projects. You’ll start to build a professional network that is as supportive as it is social: there’s a wealth of expertise to share and a willingness to help each other learn. And from the start, you’ll be guided to make sure you get out as much as you put in.

Pathways

There are several skill-pathways within the undergraduate engineering scheme. Each role has certain entry requirements and involves a variety of work across many teams and functions within JLR. You can only apply for one pathway – so choose carefully.

ELECTRONICS & COMPLEX SYSTEMS

Applications open: 15th October 2024

Applications close: 26th November 2024

Automotive systems are increasing in complexity and becoming highly distributed across the vehicle platform. Electronics systems and their components are the driving force behind our cutting-edge customer-facing features, from assisted and automated driving to the quality-of-life improvements our customers expect when using their vehicles. On the Electronics & Complex Integration Undergraduate Programme you could work in one of the following departments: Engineering Body Chassis (EBC), Engineering Operations (EO), Engineering Propulsion (EP), Digital Product Platform (DPP), Engineering Research, Engineering Vehicle, Vehicle Programmes or Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) Manufacturing.

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What you'll need

You will need to be on track to achieve at least a 2.2 degree in systems engineering, electronic and communications engineering, computer science, software engineering, cryptography, maths or physics.

You will have a real passion for problem solving and the curiosity to understand business challenges and deliver innovative solutions. You will also have strong numerical and interpersonal skills and the confidence to champion new initiatives.

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 Masters after their placement with us). All our undergraduate programmes have a fixed start date, commencing 7th July 2025.

APPLICATION PROCESS

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ONLINE APPLICATION

Good news! We do not require a CV or cover letter to apply. Simply complete your online application form telling us about you, your motivations and your experience.

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ONLINE TESTING

If you progress to the next stage we’ll ask you to complete a series of short online tests which you will complete independently. Passing this stage is based on your scores from completing your online assessments. Don’t forget to use the practice area to help you prepare. Click here to enter the practice test area.

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ONLINE ASSESSMENT CENTRE

The next stage is the virtual assessment centre. This consists of a presentation exercise and behavioural interview. You’ll be provided with a preparation guide to help you at this final stage.

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OFFER

We’ll share the outcome of your assessment centre within 2 weeks of you completing it. If you are successful, we’ll make you a verbal offer and confirm this in writing via email.

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NEXT STEPS

Before you join JLR, we’ll give you all the information you need through post-offer engagement events, online platforms and more. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, we’re here every step of the way.

Want support with further guidance on our application process? You’re in the right place. Our new employability hub contains a breakdown at each stage and plenty of hints, tips and insight to help you to ace the assessment process and secure your dream offer.

EMPLOYABILITY HUB

Reasons to join

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Engage in a learning programme delivered by an industry-recognised provider. Improve your soft skills and couple it with technical learning to excel with us on placement.

BUILD EXPERIENCE

Learn and grow from industry-leading experts here to support your personal and professional development. Work in a culture fuelled by a passion to inspire brilliance within our people. A collective purpose that will help us deliver our Reimagine strategy.

COMMUNITY FEELING

Join with other undergraduates and early career hires. With opportunities to network and be proactive, the Early Careers Community gets involved in many social events – from football and dance to ski-trips, Christmas parties and summer festivals. Ease into working life in a way that suits you.

ACHIEVE THE EXCEPTIONAL

Don’t just watch, get stuck in. Deliver on crucial projects. Gain real experiences to enhance your degree. Celebrate tangible successes at the end of your placement. Make an impact and earn the chance to progress to our graduate scheme.

What to expect

Our undergraduate placements will deepen your curiosity, develop your knowledge and give you vital real-world experience. We encourage you to arrive with questions and be open-minded. Learn from industry experts and support networks who are there for you every step of the way. Gain real responsibilities during your placement and insights that will support and enhance the completion of your degree, as well as provide a foundation for your future career.

On successful completion of the undergraduate programme, you will be considered for a place on the graduate programme (subject to performance on placement, business demand and personal preferences).

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INTRODUCTION

Start with corporate and local inductions into JLR, in July 2025. Receive an overview of our business and future strategic direction, network with other joiners / key stakeholders including our D&I networks and experience the workplace for the first time!

You’ll also get more details of your undergraduate programme and learning curriculum, gain exposure to our vehicles and meet the early careers team, here to support you at every step.

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SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

During your year-long placement, develop key business skills including resilience, personal branding and self-care. And of course, gain experience working with industry professionals to develop your technical knowledge and abilities and bring your academic learning to life.

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IMMERSE YOURSELF

Get the chance to tour one of our manufacturing sites and experience for yourself the transformation of our luxury vehicles. You might even get the chance to experience the capabilities of our vehicles first hand...

Want to have even more fun? Join our Young Professionals network and enjoy fun social activities such as skiing, summer / Christmas parties, football and much more!

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DEVELOPMENT

Own your own journey. Apply your learning to real-world business issues as part of your role. You’ll have the ability to undertake shadowing experiences for up to 4 weeks, helping you broaden your knowledge of your business function and connect with new stakeholders. Expect to get stuck in and lead innovation – you’ll make an impact from the start.

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CELEBRATION

End your placement with an undergraduate recognition event, designed to showcase your achievements over the year and get final insights from JLR before returning back to university to complete your studies.

We’ll tell you about our graduate returner process here too and give out some exciting awards – linked to our Creators' Code - you could be amongst the winners!

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Current opportunities

Applications for the 2025 programme have now closed.

If you would like to be the first to hear about the 2026 programme, please register your interest below:

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CONTACT

CONTACT THE RECRUITMENT TEAM

We’re always pleased to hear from interesting and talented people. So, if you have any questions about the Undergraduate Programme, or if there’s anything else you’d like to know before you apply (or indeed during the application process), please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

graduate@jaguarlandrover.com

Awards and recognition

At JLR, we are proud of the recognitions our programmes, recruitment campaigns and people receive, and partnerships we have with external organisations drive improvements across our business in diversity and inclusion.

As well as ranking 42nd in the prestigious Times Top 100 Graduate Employers for 2024, check out some of our other recent awards and recognitions.

Ranked 42nd in the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2024

Ranked 22nd in the Cibyl 2023 Top 300 Graduate Employers in the UK

Ranked 87th in the RateMyPlacement Top 100 2024-25

Ranked 35th in the Cibyl 2023 Top 200 School Leaver Employers in the UK

Best Emerging Talent Recruitment Strategy
The Firm Awards 2023

Ranked 60th in the DfE Apprenticeship Top 100 Employers 2024

Shortlisted for TargetJobs Graduate Employer of The Year in the Engineering, Manufacturing & Design sector 2023

Ranked 77th in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100, 2023

Stonewall Diversity Champion

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