Rolls-Royce plc |
We’re one of the world’s leading industrial technology companies, and it’s all thanks to our people.
Who we are
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world. Our engineering excellence is the power behind some of the most critical technologies used in air, at sea and on land. We’ve designed the world’s most efficient large aero-engine, powered nuclear submarines, enabled land-speed records and created game-changing engineering solutions for supersonic jets.
We’ve been a force for progress for over 100 years. And it’s what’s fuelling our next chapter as we continue to shape the world, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. That’s our vision for you too. Join us and you’ll not only have our belief in your potential, we’ll help you discover it for yourself.
Our Engineering and Technology internships and graduate programmes give you the chance to work with advanced technologies as part of our expert teams. Throughout your programme, you’ll be part of ground-breaking work that makes a difference to our business and the world. And we’re developing a new business-based programme to launch in early 2025, so look out for that.
Culture & values
At the heart of our business is the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of our people. Together we uphold the highest standards of integrity. We care about our people and promote a strong sense of belonging. All this is underpinned by a relentless focus on safety: keeping our colleagues and customers safe is our number one priority.
We’re proud to have an inclusive, digital-first culture that shows all our people ways to do the right thing. It means you’ll not only enjoy continuous learning and development, and access to an incredible depth and breadth of experience, but you’ll have support from the people around you to be your best self.
Benefits
- 33 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
- Bonus schemes
- A choice of voluntary benefits including the Cycle to Work scheme, employee discounts at nationwide stores, gyms, and discounted health care, life assurance and more all available on our TotalReward portal
- A competitive pension
- Tax-efficient share plans
- An enhanced maternity scheme and family-friendly policies
- Flexible work arrangements and career breaks
- An independent, 24-hour, confidential counselling service
Equity, diversity & inclusion
Our global inclusion network is an important part of how we are building an inclusive culture and team around the world. All employee groups are open and welcoming to every employee, whether or not they share the defining characteristics or life experiences. In the UK, they include:
- African and Caribbean Professional Network, 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, 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
- UK Gender Diversity Network, a network for men and women which aims to develop a gender-agnostic culture.
Wellbeing
We want our people to be healthy and happy. From healthy food in our facilities to active workstations, sports clubs and flexible working – we offer lots of ways to help everyone stay healthy and well, no matter what is going on around you.
Personal development
You’ll have a choice over some of the placements that fill your programme and develop through a combination of digital learning and on-the-job training. Which gives you choice over your development and the directions you explore.
It also means you get far more than a day job. Along with all the benefits of your programme, there’s so much you can experience: from visiting schools to getting more young people interested in STEM subjects, to helping make Rolls-Royce a more inclusive place to work as part of our employee networks.
Success stories
Philipa Kugonza
Engineering and Technology Graduate
“I feel fully supported at Rolls-Royce and I can be myself. I’m accepted as the whole Philipa.”
My background is in mechanical engineering, so coming to work for an aerospace company was a new experience for me. I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do, so I liked the fact that with this scheme you get to do different placements and learn different fields of engineering.
Moving to different departments, picking up new skills has been really enjoyable. And there’s been lots to get involved in outside of work, too.
Keyul Shah
Engineering and Technology Graduate
“This scheme gives us an opportunity to gain skills in various areas and the freedom to choose what we want to do.”
I studied Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at the University of Bristol for four years before moving to Rolls-Royce to start the graduate scheme. It involves moving around different placements for about four to six months, which gives you the opportunity to pick what we want to learn and experience different areas of the business.
The thing that really excites me is the opportunity to move into new fields. For example, Rolls Royce is experimenting with electric engines and the opportunity to work on that has been great.
Application process
At every stage of the application process, we’re focused on helping you feel at your best.
Awards
The UK 300 2021/22
The 300 most popular graduate employers in the UK, as voted by students
Winner - The most popular graduate recruiter in engineering, design and manufacture award
As voted for by students. Presented at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2022
Winner - 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
Shortlisted - The graduate employer of the year
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.
Shortlisted - The best innovation in recruitment award 2023
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.
Shortlisted - The best student marketing campaign award 2023
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.
Shortlisted - The apprentice of the year award 2023
As voted for by students. Announced at the targetjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2023.
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
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