BMW, National Sales Company, Farnborough - Internal Communications - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)
Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services which offers retailers, corporate and private customers a range of customised financial services. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. as a leading provider of Business Mobility Services is also located in Farnborough.
Within our self-contained campus, we offer a modern way of working with an empowering office culture, some aspects of which include:
- Our work persona shift – being yourself is effortless and so increases efficiency.
- Flexible working hours - working flexibly improves mental perspective and increases sustained productivity. This means our leaders maintain balance, not burnout, through focusing on output, not attendance.
- The opportunity to get involved with our continued support to our house charity with a variety of fundraising events throughout the year.
- Throughout our offices there are open creative spaces which hold facilities such as table-tennis tables to encourage innovation and employee engagement.
BMW, National Sales Company, Farnborough – Internal Communications Assistant - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)
Communication to our employees and key stakeholders is central to our success and covers a vast array of topics, from product news and sustainability to corporate announcements and CSR. We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic intern to join the Internal Communications team within Corporate Communications, the department responsible for protecting, building and promoting the image of the BMW Group and its products in the UK. This placement offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in communications, working for the world’s leading premium automotive manufacturer.
What awaits you?
You’ll be supporting the team in a variety of ways including (but not limited to):
- Developing engaging content for our various internal communication channels, including email, intranet, digital signage, and employee app.
- Working with a wide variety of stakeholders to write and edit articles that effectively communicate important information to employees in a consistent tone of voice.
- Creating visual assets like infographics, videos, and presentations to enhance the impact of our internal communications.
- Using a variety of internal software systems to plan and publish content.
- Supporting with the planning and execution of events, from all staff town halls to charity social events.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Studying towards a Bachelor’s degree, with a predicted grade of 2:1 or higher in a relevant field such as (but not limited to): PR, Communications, Business Studies or Marketing.
- Relevant work experience is expected – we'd like to see a genuine interest in the field of communications, whether it’s public relations or event management. It does not need to have been particularly lengthy – two weeks in the summer holidays at a local PR agency, managing social media accounts or editing the school news website / newsletters are worth mentioning! We want to see initiative and drive – if you’re studying for a communications-related degree (which is not a requirement), tell us more than just what you're studying.
- Fluent written English. A passion for writing and an eye for detail are important must-haves.
- Excellent communication skills – whether in person, on the phone or written - are essential.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Word, PowerPoint) is required.
Why choose us?
- Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,700, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
- Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
- Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including 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 could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, 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.
Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.
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.
Closing date for applications: Saturday 30th November 2024
Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com