WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
Goodwood, the Home of Rolls-Royce, is waiting for you.
From design and production to launch and aftersales, bringing our iconic products into the world requires a dedicated team of hard-working, responsible, and creative individuals — each of whom helps shape the chapters in Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ legendary story. Whether you are starting your career through one of our graduate programmes, internships or apprenticeships, or are an experienced professional looking for an exciting new path, we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people ready to make their mark.
THE RIGHT PATH FOR YOU
As a world-class marque, we need the expertise of world-class engineers and bespoke designers, as well as experienced professionals in Finance, Sales and Marketing, IT, Human Resources, Communications, and beyond. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars supports your ambitions, invests in your learning, and rewards your commitment to helping us achieve greatness.
Read more about our benefits and working culture.
Our innovation, however, does not rely on experience alone. New ideas and new drive powers Rolls-Royce’s ingenuity, which is why we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders in the automotive industry through our entry level programmes and schemes.
GRADUATE PROGRAMME
We are looking for graduates from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to bring fresh thinking to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, all whilst laying the foundations for a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our two-year programmes may take place in Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing, Bespoke Design, Finance, IT, Human Resources, and Communications.
DEFINE YOUR FUTURE
As a graduate, you’ll become immersed in our inclusive culture, take on proactive responsibility from the get-go, and will be empowered to shape your career based on your interests, strengths, and learning. Since greatness inspires everything we create, you’ll have the freedom to challenge the norm and put your thinking to the test — growing as individuals every step of the way.
Along with personalised training and workshops, you will receive the full support of senior mentors. Their incredible expertise will help you to network, develop your personal and professional skillset, and guide you down the path of your choosing.
‘The graduate programme gave me a variety of experiences across different areas of the business and even included a placement in Munich. After a year on the scheme, during a review with my manager, we discussed opportunities for potential permanent positions in my final 6 months as a graduate.’
CARA
Ex-Graduate, Quality Specialist
OPEN NEW DOORS
Over the course of the programme, you will become explorers of possibility by working on assignments in other functions, at least one of which will be outside your home department. You may also have the chance to work internationally at one of our regional offices or within the wider BMW Group, intensifying your knowledge of the industry even further.
Our application window opens in September and closes at the end of October. Graduates enjoy an array of benefits, including a competitive salary and 27 days’ holiday. Read more on what to expect when you join us at Goodwood.
GRADUATE STORIES
KENZA
After completing her Master’s in Engineering and having worked for a luxury watchmaker, Kenza was determined to take her career to the next level. She knew that she wanted to work for a leading luxury brand and came across the graduate opportunities at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. From her time on the graduate programme to her current role as a Quality Project Leader, Kenza has had opportunities to work closely with other teams across the business. It has allowed her to develop relationships with a variety of people from different backgrounds and perspectives — all working collaboratively and supporting each other along the way to reach their full potential. ‘It is very enjoyable, because I get to work with individuals who all bring something different to the company's growth. It's really satisfying to see, almost like all these parts of the puzzle coming together into one piece.’
ANOSHAN
Anoshan first joined Rolls-Royce Motor Cars as a placement student while studying Mechanical Engineering. But after finishing his studies, he knew that joining the company’s graduate programme was what he wanted to do. ‘After talking to graduates already on the programme, I was impressed by how much the BMW Group believes in developing its graduates as the future of the company. I couldn’t see myself anywhere else.’ Ten months after starting the programme, Anoshan could see how much his confidence had grown. By taking on a leading role in projects, he was able to gain responsibility early in his career, with the guidance and support to build his own path. ‘Early on I was tasked with running the production managers’ meetings. I was the only graduate and everyone was more senior — it was intimidating and I had to ask for a lot of support at first, but the managers were really encouraging and supportive. Now, I’ve been given a leading role in a new project, which is incredible.’
CARA
Cara was first attracted to Rolls-Royce’s graduate programme due to the exciting opportunities, technical skills that she could learn, and overall experience she could gain. The knowledge she built and guidance she received have all led her to her current role as a Quality Specialist. From providing mentors to being an active member of a Gender Inclusion Group, Cara hopes to be a role model herself for aspiring future female joiners. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is a business that champions women and their careers, and Cara is proud to be a driving force of the company’s efforts. ’We started the gender inclusion network in January 2020. There’s about 30 of us who meet regularly and run virtual social events as a way to meet other women across the company. It’s a really great way for us to build our networks. I think role models for women are really important, especially in this industry.’
MATT
Matt first joined Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in 2010 as an intern and returned as a graduate in 2013, after completing an Engineering Degree. Now, managing the Trim Manufacturing team, he’s made exciting progress and never stopped looking for opportunities to learn. ‘I was always passionate about education. During my graduate programme, I had the chance to do my Master's Degree alongside work. It was all possible thanks to the full support of my line manager.’ Throughout his programme, Matt was able to explore his interests, work across different teams, and find a career that excited him. Starting out in the Quality team at the home of Rolls-Royce, he then discovered other key parts of the business. ‘I went to Munich for a placement in New Product Strategy. It was mostly marketing, something I had no background in, but they gave me great opportunities to develop and I even got to represent Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at the Geneva Motor Show.’
INTERNSHIPS
Are you a second-year university student ready to take on real-world experience during your third-year placement? Our paid internships immerse you in the working culture and processes at Goodwood from the ground up, as well as providing you with training and mentorship from industry-leading professionals. The areas you can gain experience in may include Manufacturing, Sales and Marketing, Engineering, IT, Finance, and Communications.
Lasting 13 months, our internships are a wonderful way to widen your career prospects and take charge of your personal development. From day one, you will enjoy hands-on involvement in a number of projects, gaining invaluable insight into the workings of the company whilst pushing the boundaries of your potential.
Just like all Rolls-Royce employees, interns will enjoy an array of benefits — including a competitive salary and 27 days’ holiday — and will receive ongoing support and networking opportunities. Read more about the benefits and working culture awaiting you when you join us at Goodwood.
APPRENTICESHIPS
If you are about to leave school, want to get a head start on your career, and are passionate about cars, creativity, and innovation, training with us as an apprentice is a rewarding and hands-on route into an automotive career. We are searching for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to pave their way and learn from the industry’s most talented.
Apprenticeships last between three and four years and are based at our home in Goodwood. Combining on-the-job training with studying, you will work towards a nationally recognised qualification or degree, feeling the support of our close-knit community as you go from strength to strength.
Courses on offer include Business (Foundation Degree), Engineering Technician (HNC Level 4), and Modern Manufacturing (NVQ Level 3), which will provide you with essential skills in areas such as leather, wood and lacquering, paint, and electro-mechanical maintenance engineering.
Apprenticeships usually start in September, and we accept applications from January until the middle of March. As integral members of our community here at Goodwood, apprentices receive outstanding benefits and enjoy endless opportunities for growth. Read more on what to expect when you join the world’s most iconic marque.
APPLICATION ADVICE
Whether you are applying for an open job vacancy or one of our graduate programmes, internships or apprenticeships, all applications are to be submitted through the BMW Group Careers site after registering for an account. If you meet the prerequisites, our Recruitment team will be in touch with the next stages of your application. For graduates, interns and apprentices, this typically involves online tests, and if your application is progressed further, an invitation to our Assessment Centre here at Goodwood.
A REWARDING CAREER
Whatever stage you’re at in your career, we invest in your individual development through continuous learning and development opportunities. We also encourage internal networking on topics of interest and have recently established our Gender Inclusion Network to continue driving diversity and equality here at Goodwood. As part of the BMW Group, you can also explore the exciting option of shaping your career within a network of global, highly-respected companies.
Along with flexible working options, a competitive salary, and bonus schemes, we offer an outstanding benefits package for employees to enjoy. This includes a generous workplace pension, 27 days’ annual leave, occupational health services, an exclusive employee discounts scheme, and a Rolls-Royce wedding car.
BE THE CHANGE
When you join Rolls-Royce, you are given a platform to make a real difference across the company and within society. As part of the wider BMW Group, 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. A dedicated team is the foundation for this, so join us as we develop leading solutions for a brighter tomorrow, today.
SHAPE OUR FUTURE
From the engineering labs to the workshop floor, we are a close team united by our desire to break new ground and inspire through innovation. With around 2000 people on-site, everyone at Goodwood plays a vital role in championing world-class solutions and powering our continued legacy of historic advancements. It is only through their passion and dedication that we stand at the pinnacle of luxury, pioneering brands.
Contact
You can also stay up to date with all new career opportunities at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars on LinkedIn.
We often have a wide range of temporary vacancies and contracts available. For more information, please contact our recruitment partners, Gi Group and Gattaca.
If you have any questions or need help with your application, please contact our Recruitment team.
