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Business & Enterprise graduate programme

Be You.
Be Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce is one of the world’s most iconic names and we’ve been at the cutting-edge of innovation for over a century. We have a long history of achieving extraordinary goals and our ambitions for the future of power and our changing company are no less bold. Join us and you can help transform the way we power, protect, and connect people across the globe - our business and commercial performance is vital to our success.

On this programme you can expect exceptional commercial exposure and business experience. You’ll build your skills in areas as diverse as supply chain, programme management and delivery, strategy, innovation, commercial and contracts.

What you’ll need

We're open to degrees in any subject. What's most important to us is that you live and breathe our values (Trust, Integrity and Safety) and behaviours (Agile, Bold, Collaborative and Simple) and want to shape the future of our business. You’ll also need

A passion for the future of sustainable power and the work you do
An open-minded, curious, collaborative and agile approach to problem-solving and in developing the skills to bring out the best in the people around you
Initiative and adaptability to build your desired career, with support from our leaders

What you’ll get

£29,000 per year starting salary + £2,000 joining bonus, flexible rewards

How long?

24 months

Where?

Derby, Bristol and East Grinstead, you’ll need to be flexible

What you’ll do

This accelerated programme is all about giving our graduates the breadth of business experience that we know our future leaders will need for our business to thrive. We'll provide the range of experiences and develop your skills. This could include working with customers or supply chain, procurement, strategy, innovation, government relationships, commercial and contracts. You could be involved in sales opportunities and contract negotiations. Or you could find yourself helping purchase the parts for a highly efficient jet engine, a building or IT system. Whatever your destination, you'll focus on building strong connections with our partners, suppliers, and customers.

Throughout, you’ll have the flexibility to curate your own experience and develop your understanding of the opportunities within our business before you choose an area of expertise in which to specialise.

You'll be aligned to one of our business areas Defence, Group IT, Group Business Services or Rolls-Royce Power Solutions UK. The first year of the programme is designed to broadly develop your skills. You’ll choose rotational 'gigs', moving from team to team and project to project. We want to inspire you and give you as many options as possible at this early stage of your career. It’s all about growth, and how you we can help you find the best fit.

During your programme, you’ll gain invaluable insight into the scope and variety of the work we do. And, with a combination of digital learning and on-the-job training and development, you’ll see your ideas come to life with help and guidance from industry experts. At the end of the programme, you will move into a 24-month substantive role or have the opportunity to find a role in the business. We’ll continue to give you the support and leadership learning that will set you up for future success.

You’ll be supported by your very own mentor, whose job it is to help you realise your full potential – not just on the programme, but beyond. You’ll feel included, developed, recognised, and motivated to succeed. At Rolls-Royce, we’re committed to a culture of continuous learning and we’ll draw up a framework based on your interests, aspirations, and goals.

What you’ll experience

Our salaries are generous. Our benefits are excellent. But the best reason to join us is the chance you'll have to build an amazing career in an environment where you can be yourself and be your best.

You’ll be included, supported, recognised, developed and empowered to succeed. Here’s what you can experience from our reward package, through to our employee networks and commitment to STEM.

Reward

As a graduate with us, you’ll be a full-time employee, working on real projects and making a difference from day one. That’s why we make sure you’re properly rewarded for the work you do.

33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
Bonus schemes
A choice of voluntary benefits including, Employee car leasing scheme, financial advice, employee discounts with nationwide stores, payroll giving, discounted health care, life assurance and accidental injury insurance
A competitive pension
Tax-effective share plans
An enhanced maternity scheme and family friendly policies
Cycle to work scheme
Flexible work arrangements and career breaks
An independent, 24-hour, confidential counselling service

Inclusion

Our Global Inclusion Network is an important part of how we are building an inclusive culture and team around the world. All our employee groups are open and welcoming to every employee whether or not they share the defining characteristic or life experiences. They include

African and Caribbean Professional Network (ACPN), a network for our employees from African and Caribbean cultures.
EAST, a network and community for everyone to embrace and share the diversity and culture of Asia.
Multi-Faith Network (MFN), a network for people of different faiths and beliefs.
OPEN, a network for employees affected by disabilities or underlying health conditions.
Prism, a network for our LGBT+ employees and their allies.
Rolls-Royce Armed Forces Network. Rolls-Royce has received the MOD’s Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award representing the highest badge of honour available to those that employ and support service men and women, reservists, cadet adult volunteers, veterans, and their families.
UK Gender Diversity Network (UK GDN), a network for men and women which aims to develop a gender agnostic culture.

Community & STEM

Wherever we are in the world, we’re part of the community. Our people are engaged in STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) and we sponsor a range of STEM initiatives including Female Undergraduate of the Year and our social inclusion Undergraduate of the Year award– Celebrating Resilience.

We’re also actively involved in other community areas, including the environment, arts, culture and heritage activity and social investment. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to get involved if you’d like to support others on their own journey.

Discover more about our STEM activities.

Social life

Social distancing and lockdown rules allowing of course, our graduate cohort have long socialised out of work. Many of our sites have sports and leisure facilities and all have a varied social scene. At last count, our graduates in the UK were running over 100 clubs and groups.

From paintballing and skiing to volunteering or a night out, there’s a lot on offer, and you’ll have the opportunity to take part from day one. It’s a great way to explore your surroundings and meet new people at every stage in their career.

We now are live for applications,
You can register your interest for 2025 here.

Summer internship
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Closing date: 22nd November 2024, 12pm (GMT)
Assessment centres will take place between November - December

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Closing date: 22nd November 2024, 12pm (GMT)
Assessment centres will take place between November - December

Graduate
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Closing date: 22nd November 2024, 12pm (GMT)
Assessment centres will take place between November - December