Arrive as you are. Achieve the exceptional.
Who We Are
Imagine a career shaped by passion. Achievements driven by innovation. And growth without limitation. Now imagine an environment that allows you the freedom, opportunity and flexibility to achieve your ambitions and create a better future. One that takes you beyond the now and helps you discover who you want to be and where you want to go.
We’re evolving the world of modern luxury. Creating vehicles that are era-defining across distinct brands with profound cultural influence worldwide. Range Rover. Discovery. Defender. Jaguar. We’re embracing our modernist design philosophy without compromising on sustainability.
To do this takes diverse skills and a strong sense of collective purpose. It takes desire and curiosity to reach for exceptional. It takes someone like you to achieve it.
Your journey starts here.
EARLY CAREERS AT JLR
Our early careers programmes have been crafted to nurture talented people to drive the future of modern luxury vehicles. Find the path best suited to your needs; exceptional awaits.
UNDERGRADUATES
By the time you reach your placement year at university, we know you’ve got a lot of industry intrigue and a desire to learn. That’s where our undergraduate programmes come in.
The structure is designed to set you up for a lifetime of success, intensifying your curiosity and creativity over 12 months. From day one, you’ll be surrounded by an innovative, dedicated team that values you and your development. A place where you’ll not only apply your learning, but somewhere that will open your mind to the future of automotive and the ever-changing world of modern luxury. The work you do here will be real, be it data, commercial, or engineering, you’ll be driving huge impact and opportunity for our iconic brands and your future.
Show us your passion for exceptional modern luxury and there may be opportunities to progress onto our graduate programme once you complete your studies.
GRADUATES
Our growing community of exceptional graduates have one thing that connects them – every day they’re moving a step closer to who they can become.
Our graduate programme at JLR gives you access to some of the most forward-thinking industry experts, networking opportunities and industry insight. Once here, you’ll be able to experience different roles and departments that spark interest, inspire action and ignite enthusiasm.
From pushing your creative or strategic thinking right through to developing your leadership skills, or even supporting crucial business projects, by the time you finish the programme, you’ll become a rounded professional and play a vital part in shaping the future of JLR.
We’ll support your growth, enabling you to achieve and even exceed your potential. Join us and start building an exceptional career you can be proud of.
Meet Ipek, one of JLR’s inspiring graduates.
Do you have the desire and curiosity to reach for exceptional? JLR's Graduate and Undergraduate programmes are opening soon.
Meet Ipek, one of JLR’s inspiring graduates.
Spending every day working with state-of-the-art technology and being at the cutting edge of AI is what Ipek loves about her job. Ipek has always had an interest in data science and is currently on the Data Analytics Cross Functional Scheme where she can apply her skills.
“My line manager and home team have been particularly instrumental in my growth, placing a lot of trust in my abilities, pushing me to reach my potential, and recognising my achievements.”
Read more about Ipek’s life at JLR as a graduate here: JLR Life Blog (jaguarlandrovercareers.com)
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A Career Designed for Growth
Diversity & Inclusion
At JLR, we’re passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.
JLR is committed to delivering equal opportunities for all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with our recruitment team so we can accommodate your needs.
Life at JLR
“I like that as a graduate, I am given meaningful work which helps me develop my skills. I am also able to do placements in different departments. This gives me the freedom to explore the business and to find what I really enjoy doing, and also learn about the processes and work other departments do.”
Réka – Electronics and Complex Systems Graduate.
“Working at JLR is a truly enriching experience that I find immensely rewarding. One aspect that stands out for me is the innovative and collaborative work environment fostered by the company. JLR places a strong emphasis on pushing the boundaries of automotive technology, encouraging colleagues to think creatively and contribute to cutting-edge advancements in the industry.”
Refy – Manufacturing Graduate
“I like the variety of innovative and interesting projects to get involved with and the emphasis on personal development. For graduates, 20% of your time should be spent on training. This has given me the chance to develop my own learning and attend engineering conferences, exhibitions and tours. These opportunities have helped me to learn about trends in the wider industry and develop professional skills.”
Charlotte - Hardware and Mechatronics Engineering Graduate.
“JLR has presented me with many opportunities to learn at a stable pace from highly experienced individuals. As an undergraduate, you can move around the business through shadowing and get good exposure to departments and really get a good understanding of how the business works.”
Angelo – Industrial Operations Undergraduate
UK Rewards and Benefits
A professionally satisfying and exciting role isn’t the only thing you’ll find rewarding around here. We’ll support and look after you with a brilliant range of benefits designed to reward and recognise your growth and performance.
JLR offer a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, excellent pension provisions and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from well-known retailers and sports clubs.
Purpose
We create exceptional experiences for the world’s most discerning clients.
We embrace a modernist design philosophy, authentically building desirability and emotional engagement for our brands.
Our unique company Purpose, Live the Exceptional with Soul, was co‑created by over 1,000 voices from our business and represents the unified JLR vision.
By bringing together our people under a shared purpose, collectively we drive forward our business and create an environment where everyone can thrive.
Strategy
Our Reimagine strategy has set us on an exceptional journey of transformation. It lays out a clear vision to become a carbon net zero business by 2039. Designed to create a new benchmark in environmental, societal and community impact for business.
We thrive through ingenuous co‑creation and strategic collaboration, unlocking electrification across our entire footprint. Continuing to celebrate our long‑standing heritage, we believe that preservation doesn’t mean standing still; it prospers through renewal, modernity and disruption.
Providing a pathway that allows us to lead and not follow, Reimagine is about co‑creating with innovators, developing strategic collaborations and unlocking electrification across our entire footprint.
Reimagine pillars
MODERN LUXURY
Where design philosophy meets sustainability, innovation and exceptional client experience to create desirability.
ELECTRIFICATION
Ushering in a new era of sustainable, luxury vehicles, our unwavering commitment lies in the electrification of our house of brands.
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, driving us to redefine the future of responsible excellence across our footprint.
ENTERPRISE
Our journey to realise a sustainability‑driven vision of exceptional brands and products, through transparent and ethical end to end supply base.
Creators code
Our Creators’ code has been carefully crafted with our people. It shines in every one of us. This code of behaviours is integral to our ability to achieve our aspirations as an organisation; it is the ‘how’ we deliver. These behaviours will create a mindset that will inspire understanding, collaboration, learning, and staying flexible to achieve high-performing results.
CUSTOMER LOVE
Be passionate about our vision, our products, and our customers. Most of all, be passionate about the part you can play in delivering the most desirable, sustainable and luxurious vehicles of the future. You don’t need to be a car expert, just love what we do and our vision for the future.
UNITY
We’re all about teamwork. Building the cars of tomorrow, today means working together, building strong working relationships, and taking the time to learn from each other.
INTEGRITY
Be your true, authentic self. We celebrate diversity and believe our success can only be achieved when we embrace the many unique qualities each person brings to the team. Whatever your background or experience, we value your input.
GROWTH
We’re looking for people who never stop learning and finding new ways to improve. We’re looking for determined individuals who want to grow with us and make an impact in their career.
IMPACT
Make a difference, big or small. Take responsibility, strive for better, and inspire others. Having an impact is about getting involved and driving change, not just being a passenger.
Sustainability
We believe our vehicles should be sustainable by nature.
We are evolving our business to reflect the changing world. Our global operations are transforming to become cleaner and more energy efficient. We are reimagining material use in design and engineering, and collaborating with our supply chain to become intrinsically sustainable as we move towards an electric future.
Awards
The UK 300 2021/22
The 300 most popular graduate employers in the UK, as voted by students
Shortlised - The most popular graduate recruiter in engineering, design and manufacture award
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2022
Shortlisted - The most popular graduate recruiter in engineering, design and manufacture award 2023
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.
Shortlist - The most popular graduate recruiter in engineering, design and manufacture award 2024, sponsored by Blackbridge
The most popular graduate recruiter in engineering, design and manufacture award 2024, sponsored by