IT Undergraduate Placement

Duration: 12 months

Location: Milton Keynes

Start date: 3 August 2026

At Mercedes-Benz UK, we are driven by a passion for innovation, technology and customer experience. From advancing sustainable mobility to leading digital transformation, we are shaping the future of the automotive industry.

We are proud of our inclusive and collaborative culture, where everyone is encouraged to learn, contribute and grow. This is an exciting time to join us and be part of a forward-thinking environment where your ideas can make a real impact.

About The Placement

We are looking for an undergraduate studying Business Analysis, Project Management, or a related discipline to join our IT team for a Year in Industry placement.

This placement is designed to give you practical experience in a corporate IT environment, helping you develop key skills while contributing to real projects that support the business. You will have the opportunity to learn how technology, analysis and project delivery come together to drive change and improve performance.

You do not need extensive professional experience — we are looking for someone who is curious, organised and keen to learn.

What you’ll be doing

During Your Placement, You May Be Involved In

• Supporting project coordination activities, such as tracking actions and preparing updates
• Assisting with analysis and documentation to support business and IT initiatives
• Working with colleagues across different teams to understand business needs
• Helping to prepare materials for meetings, reporting or presentations

Your responsibilities will develop over time as your confidence and experience grow, supported by the team around you.

What you’ll gain

This Placement Will Give You The Opportunity To

• Learn how business and IT teams collaborate to deliver projects and improvements
• Develop commercial awareness through exposure to real business activities
• Build confidence in analysing information and supporting decision-making
• Strengthen your communication skills by working with a range of stakeholders
• Gain insight into the automotive industry and how it is evolving

Who this placement would suit

This Placement Would Suit Someone Who

• Is studying a degree in Business Analysis, Project Management or a related subject
• Is completing a Year in Industry as part of their course
• Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Is comfortable using IT tools, including Excel
• Communicates clearly and enjoys working with others
• Is curious, open to new ideas and motivated to learn

Eligibility

To Apply, You Should

• Be currently studying a degree and expect to achieve a 2:1 or above
• Be enrolled on a course that includes a Year in Industry placement
• Have the right to work in the UK

What we offer

In Addition To Gaining Valuable Experience, You Will Receive

• A competitive salary
• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays

We are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment process and your placement. You will be part of a supportive team environment where you will be encouraged to learn, ask questions and build confidence.

We are also open to discussing flexible working options, and reasonable adjustments are available where needed.

How to apply

Apply via our careers website, which will take you to the Mercedes-Benz Group careers portal.

The Recruitment Process Includes

• A short online application form
• An online video interview & Online situational judgement assessments
• A final interview with the IT team at our Milton Keynes head office

Successful candidates will receive an offer shortly after the final stage.

Please be assured that we’re here to support you throughout the recruitment process and beyond, and reasonable adjustments are available to any candidates who need them. We’re also open to working flexibly and are happy to discuss flexible working options.

Due to UK legislation, we need to let you know that we can only accept applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

Managing your data

We care about your personal data. The UK General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control and by submitting an application to us, we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process.

Data categories that we process in relation to your application are the ones that you provided as part of the application process. We process your personal data in relation to the application, in accordance with the legal requirements. Recipients of your personal data within our company are the managers of the specialist unit in charge of filling the position and the responsible colleagues from HR.

Your application data is held within our secure application tracking system called Taleo – you’ll be given access to a candidate zone in this system where you can monitor and manage your application and see status updates. We will communicate with you, by email or phone throughout the recruitment process so that we can keep you updated and inform you of your progress through the recruitment process. You can also seek ‘job alerts’ once you are registered in Taleo and it’s possible your details may be returned in searches we conduct for new positions and we may contact you by email to let you know about them. We limit the storage of your data to the necessary period. Contact us as ***email_hidden*** for further information.

If you have any questions about any matter relating to data protection or the personal data that we process about you for the purpose of personnel recruiting, please contact the Chief Officer of Corporate Data Protection for the Mercedes-Benz Group at the following address: HPC W079 70546 Stuttgart , View email address on unitedkingdom.jobradars.com.

Group

Mercedes-Benz Group AG

Organization

Mercedes-Benz UK Limited