BMW GROUP APPRENTICESHIPS.
BMW GROUP APPRENTICESHIPS.
At BMW we make exceptional cars and motorcycles, such as the i8 which are redefining our industry. We have outstanding factories containing the very latest production technology. Our world-wide sales have more than doubled in the last fifteen years. In a world of financial instability we are sustainably profitable. We are able to do these things because of our employees. The people who market, design, develop and test our products, who build, maintain and operate our production systems and who sell, finance and service our cars are the key to our continued success. It is of vital importance that we continually attract young, talented people to come and work for us. At BMW we believe and invest in our apprenticeships. As we have grown we have built factories across the globe, every one of which has established an apprenticeship programme and which, altogether, take on more than a thousand apprentices every year. Apprenticeships have always been a fantastic way of entering the world of work, of equipping a young person with the skills upon which they can build a career and of allowing an employer to nurture those characteristics and behaviours which underpin business success. Our apprenticeships are continually being improved, they span a wide range of business areas, offer extremely high quality training and provide access to higher level qualifications. If you have an enthusiasm for problem solving, working in teams and constant challenges and variety in a fast paced environment, a BMW apprenticeship could be the first part of a fantastic career.
Dr Simon Farrall Head of Apprentice & Associate Training, BMW UK.
WELCOME – WHAT WE OFFER. Welcome to BMW Group, the world’s leading premium automotive manufacturer. Our cars are built to the highest standard and perform at the ultimate level, our people are the same. Take a look and see if an apprenticeship with BMW Group is for you, become part of the future of BMW. At BMW Group we are looking for enthusiastic, high calibre candidates to take on an apprenticeship at one of our UK Sites. You will have the chance to train in Manufacturing, Engineering, Technical or Business sectors of our group, as well as having the opportunity to learn and work with one of the most exciting, dynamic companies in the world. The perfect blend of skill, education and ambition will ensure that you can take advantage of every opportunity that is ahead of you.
BUSINESS. At BMW, we strive to meet the needs of every individual customer and their car. As a business technician you have the choice between 3 very different roles; Logistics, Human Resources and Finance, all of which are extremely vital to the success of our organisation.
For this role you will be required to have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above. Ideally, we would also ask for 2 A-Levels at grade C or above.
In your 1st and 2nd year of the scheme, you will be studying for a foundation degree in Business Management and Communication. In your 3rd and final year, you will have the opportunity to do a top up year in order to gain a full Bachelor’s Degree, based on your performance during years 1 and 2.
As well as studying at university, your apprenticeship will also give you in depth on the job training. As part of the Business Apprenticeship you will be placed into the organisation on the beginning of your programme, in order to start your degree as well as working on your NVQ. This means that once you have finished your apprenticeship you will also have 3 years work experience, which is why we at BMW Group believe that this degree level apprenticeship offers more than University.
MAINTENANCE. Our maintenance teams are vital to the success of our organisation. They are responsible for the rapid detection, rectification and prevention of faults within our production system equipment and technology. They are also responsible for maintaining the automated machinery and equipment to ensure that our plants are able to run smoothly and efficiently. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Employers Units of Competence, supported by a BTEC National Certificate, followed by a level 3 NVQ competency based qualification, all of which are based on engineering and maintenance systems in the business. Depending on your performance there is a potential to go on to study a HNC in mechatronics in your final two years of the programme.
In your first year, you will cover foundation engineering skills such as basic hand fitting, welding, milling, turning and electronics, as well as pneumatics, electrical plc’s, hydraulics and an introduction to programming electropneumatic rigs. In your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, you will go out into the business and rotate through various placements around the plant, in order to continue developing your skills.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above.
IT.
Without our IT infrastructure, we wouldn’t be a world class organisation; become part of that success, start to build your specialist IT career with us at BMW Group. As well as your placements across the plant, during your apprenticeship as an IT Technician, you will gain experience in all 5 of our IT departments which are; Work Place Solutions (Company Hardware), Networks and Servers, Application Management, Delivery (Software Building) and Service Delivery.
The qualification requirements for this apprenticeship are 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above, and you will ideally have 2 A-Levels at Grade C or above.
Working in a number of placements around the business you will get an in-depth understanding of our operations and the systems in which we use. As well as on the job training, you will also have the opportunity to study for a BSc in Computer Science based on your performance in the first 2 years of your course where you will be studying a foundation degree in this subject. The skills that you learn whilst studying can be applied in the real world when you are in your placements and will greatly benefit your day-to-day working opportunities. The topics covered in your degree will include Networks, Programming Techniques and Languages, Data Structures and System Design.
TOOL MAKER. Our toolmakers are a key part of the manufacturing process. They are responsible for the Manufacture, Maintenance and Modification of the press tools. As a Toolmaker you may be involved in the Manufacture of the press tools, from the design stage through the initial build of the tool and onto modification and commissioning of the press tools. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of the press tool to improve the quality of the parts produced to ensure that the business is able to run smoothly and efficiently.
In your first year, you will cover foundation engineering skills such as basic hand fitting, welding, milling, turning and electronics, as well as pneumatics, electrical plc’s, hydraulics and an introduction to programming electro-pneumatic rigs. In your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, you will go out into the business and rotate through various placements around the plant, in order to continue developing your skills. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Employers Units of Competence, supported by a BTEC National Certificate, followed by a level 3 NVQ competency based qualification all of which are based on engineering and maintenance systems in the business. Depending on your performance there is a potential to go on to study a HNC in mechatronics in your final two years of the programme.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above.
FINANCIAL SERVICES.
Our financial services teams are key to providing finance solutions for customers to purchase our premier products. They are responsible for appraising and setting up finance applications, providing excellent customer services to these accounts and dealing with any complaints.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Chartered Institute of Insurance CF1 UK Financial Services, Regulation and Ethics, as well as a BTEC Level 3 Award in Principles of Customer Service (QCF) and the Apprenticeship in Providing Financial Services Level 3 Apprenticeship through your portfolio.
During your 18 month programme you will receive on the job training to develop your skills and knowledge to deliver your role competently, using BMW processes and procedures. You will also work towards Professional Financial Service qualifications to expand and develop your knowledge of Financial Services Regulations and the structure of the Financial Services Market. Your programme will also consist of you undertaking a Customer Services Technical certificate which will assist your skills and knowledge in Customer Relationship Management, dealing with customer complaints and social media in customer service delivery.
ENGINEERING. As a graduate apprentice in engineering, you will develop, create and quality check our products and systems. Your training will also include Research and Development, Process Planning, Quality Control and Product Validation.
As a Lab Technician you will be able to get involved with testing new parts, analysing failed parts and recommending solutions and microscopic analysis of materials to understand material properties. You will also experience chemical analysis of materials and analysing paint, sealers, adhesives and waxes to ensure they meet quality requirements.
In order to study for a graduate engineering/lab apprenticeship, you are required to have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above, and at least 2 A-Levels at grade C or above OR a BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering Discipline.
During your time as an apprentice, you will work towards a number of different qualifications that, based on performance, will lead you onto an Honours Degree in Engineering. In your first year, you will undertake practical training as well as working towards a Level 3 BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, this will be in preparation for the Foundation Degree that you will begin to study in your second year. Whilst studying for your degree, you will also be required to prove competency by completing a Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Manufacturing. As well as starting your foundation degree you will also spend your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year in work-based placements throughout the organisation in order to continue developing your knowledge and skills.
WHY BECOME AN APPRENTICE? BMW Apprenticeship
University
£65,000 In Total Earnings
£44,000 Average Debt
Majority Stay With Us
Over 50% In Non-Graduate Jobs
£0 School Fees
£15,000 to £22,000 Average Starting Salary
Work Experience £12,000 to £20,000+ during apprenticeship £30,000+ Completion Salary Pension plan with company contribution Discounts at a large variety of companies Car Scheme after 24 hours
Debt Figures: BBC – 10th April 2015 Employment Figures: BBC – 19th August 2015 Salary Figures: The Complete University Guide 2015
SHARE YOUR PASSION, SHAPE OUR FUTURE.
www.bmwbrochures.co.uk/bmwapprenticeships @bmwapprenticeships www.facebook.com/bmwcareersuk
At BMW we make exceptional cars and motorcycles, such as the i8 which are redefining our industry. We have outstanding factories containing the very latest production technology. Our world-wide sales have more than doubled in the last fifteen years. In a world of financial instability we are sustainably profitable. We are able to do these things because of our employees. The people who market, design, develop and test our products, who build, maintain and operate our production systems and who sell, finance and service our cars are the key to our continued success. It is of vital importance that we continually attract young, talented people to come and work for us. At BMW we believe and invest in our apprenticeships. As we have grown we have built factories across the globe, every one of which has established an apprenticeship programme and which, altogether, take on more than a thousand apprentices every year. Apprenticeships have always been a fantastic way of entering the world of work, of equipping a young person with the skills upon which they can build a career and of allowing an employer to nurture those characteristics and behaviours which underpin business success. Our apprenticeships are continually being improved, they span a wide range of business areas, offer extremely high quality training and provide access to higher level qualifications. If you have an enthusiasm for problem solving, working in teams and constant challenges and variety in a fast paced environment, a BMW apprenticeship could be the first part of a fantastic career.
Dr Simon Farrall Head of Apprentice & Associate Training, BMW UK.
WELCOME – WHAT WE OFFER. Welcome to BMW Group, the world’s leading premium automotive manufacturer. Our cars are built to the highest standard and perform at the ultimate level, our people are the same. Take a look and see if an apprenticeship with BMW Group is for you, become part of the future of BMW. At BMW Group we are looking for enthusiastic, high calibre candidates to take on an apprenticeship at one of our UK Sites. You will have the chance to train in Manufacturing, Engineering, Technical or Business sectors of our group, as well as having the opportunity to learn and work with one of the most exciting, dynamic companies in the world. The perfect blend of skill, education and ambition will ensure that you can take advantage of every opportunity that is ahead of you.
BUSINESS. At BMW, we strive to meet the needs of every individual customer and their car. As a business technician you have the choice between 3 very different roles; Logistics, Human Resources and Finance, all of which are extremely vital to the success of our organisation.
For this role you will be required to have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above. Ideally, we would also ask for 2 A-Levels at grade C or above.
In your 1st and 2nd year of the scheme, you will be studying for a foundation degree in Business Management and Communication. In your 3rd and final year, you will have the opportunity to do a top up year in order to gain a full Bachelor’s Degree, based on your performance during years 1 and 2.
As well as studying at university, your apprenticeship will also give you in depth on the job training. As part of the Business Apprenticeship you will be placed into the organisation on the beginning of your programme, in order to start your degree as well as working on your NVQ. This means that once you have finished your apprenticeship you will also have 3 years work experience, which is why we at BMW Group believe that this degree level apprenticeship offers more than University.
MAINTENANCE. Our maintenance teams are vital to the success of our organisation. They are responsible for the rapid detection, rectification and prevention of faults within our production system equipment and technology. They are also responsible for maintaining the automated machinery and equipment to ensure that our plants are able to run smoothly and efficiently. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Employers Units of Competence, supported by a BTEC National Certificate, followed by a level 3 NVQ competency based qualification, all of which are based on engineering and maintenance systems in the business. Depending on your performance there is a potential to go on to study a HNC in mechatronics in your final two years of the programme.
In your first year, you will cover foundation engineering skills such as basic hand fitting, welding, milling, turning and electronics, as well as pneumatics, electrical plc’s, hydraulics and an introduction to programming electropneumatic rigs. In your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, you will go out into the business and rotate through various placements around the plant, in order to continue developing your skills.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above.
IT.
Without our IT infrastructure, we wouldn’t be a world class organisation; become part of that success, start to build your specialist IT career with us at BMW Group. As well as your placements across the plant, during your apprenticeship as an IT Technician, you will gain experience in all 5 of our IT departments which are; Work Place Solutions (Company Hardware), Networks and Servers, Application Management, Delivery (Software Building) and Service Delivery.
The qualification requirements for this apprenticeship are 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above, and you will ideally have 2 A-Levels at Grade C or above.
Working in a number of placements around the business you will get an in-depth understanding of our operations and the systems in which we use. As well as on the job training, you will also have the opportunity to study for a BSc in Computer Science based on your performance in the first 2 years of your course where you will be studying a foundation degree in this subject. The skills that you learn whilst studying can be applied in the real world when you are in your placements and will greatly benefit your day-to-day working opportunities. The topics covered in your degree will include Networks, Programming Techniques and Languages, Data Structures and System Design.
TOOL MAKER. Our toolmakers are a key part of the manufacturing process. They are responsible for the Manufacture, Maintenance and Modification of the press tools. As a Toolmaker you may be involved in the Manufacture of the press tools, from the design stage through the initial build of the tool and onto modification and commissioning of the press tools. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of the press tool to improve the quality of the parts produced to ensure that the business is able to run smoothly and efficiently.
In your first year, you will cover foundation engineering skills such as basic hand fitting, welding, milling, turning and electronics, as well as pneumatics, electrical plc’s, hydraulics and an introduction to programming electro-pneumatic rigs. In your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, you will go out into the business and rotate through various placements around the plant, in order to continue developing your skills. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Employers Units of Competence, supported by a BTEC National Certificate, followed by a level 3 NVQ competency based qualification all of which are based on engineering and maintenance systems in the business. Depending on your performance there is a potential to go on to study a HNC in mechatronics in your final two years of the programme.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above.
FINANCIAL SERVICES.
Our financial services teams are key to providing finance solutions for customers to purchase our premier products. They are responsible for appraising and setting up finance applications, providing excellent customer services to these accounts and dealing with any complaints.
You will be required to have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above. The qualifications you will be expected to achieve are Chartered Institute of Insurance CF1 UK Financial Services, Regulation and Ethics, as well as a BTEC Level 3 Award in Principles of Customer Service (QCF) and the Apprenticeship in Providing Financial Services Level 3 Apprenticeship through your portfolio.
During your 18 month programme you will receive on the job training to develop your skills and knowledge to deliver your role competently, using BMW processes and procedures. You will also work towards Professional Financial Service qualifications to expand and develop your knowledge of Financial Services Regulations and the structure of the Financial Services Market. Your programme will also consist of you undertaking a Customer Services Technical certificate which will assist your skills and knowledge in Customer Relationship Management, dealing with customer complaints and social media in customer service delivery.
ENGINEERING. As a graduate apprentice in engineering, you will develop, create and quality check our products and systems. Your training will also include Research and Development, Process Planning, Quality Control and Product Validation.
As a Lab Technician you will be able to get involved with testing new parts, analysing failed parts and recommending solutions and microscopic analysis of materials to understand material properties. You will also experience chemical analysis of materials and analysing paint, sealers, adhesives and waxes to ensure they meet quality requirements.
In order to study for a graduate engineering/lab apprenticeship, you are required to have 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Mathematics at grade 6 or above, and at least 2 A-Levels at grade C or above OR a BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering Discipline.
During your time as an apprentice, you will work towards a number of different qualifications that, based on performance, will lead you onto an Honours Degree in Engineering. In your first year, you will undertake practical training as well as working towards a Level 3 BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, this will be in preparation for the Foundation Degree that you will begin to study in your second year. Whilst studying for your degree, you will also be required to prove competency by completing a Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Manufacturing. As well as starting your foundation degree you will also spend your 2nd, 3rd and 4th year in work-based placements throughout the organisation in order to continue developing your knowledge and skills.
WHY BECOME AN APPRENTICE? BMW Apprenticeship
University
£65,000 In Total Earnings
£44,000 Average Debt
Majority Stay With Us
Over 50% In Non-Graduate Jobs
£0 School Fees
£15,000 to £22,000 Average Starting Salary
Work Experience £12,000 to £20,000+ during apprenticeship £30,000+ Completion Salary Pension plan with company contribution Discounts at a large variety of companies Car Scheme after 24 hours
Debt Figures: BBC – 10th April 2015 Employment Figures: BBC – 19th August 2015 Salary Figures: The Complete University Guide 2015
SHARE YOUR PASSION, SHAPE OUR FUTURE.
www.bmwbrochures.co.uk/bmwapprenticeships @bmwapprenticeships www.facebook.com/bmwcareersuk
