Bentley Motors Ltd
Industrial Placement - Quality - Projects

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Industrial Placement Student at Bentley
Salary
£25,500
Start Date
Monday 16th August 2027 - Friday 4th August 2028
Location
Based in Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 3PL
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Entry Requirements
See ‘What we’re looking for’ section
Our Industrial Placement Programme
As part of Bentley’s annual Early Careers intake, you’ll join a community of around 93 trainees including Industrial Placements, Graduates, and Apprentices.
During your placement, you’ll be based at our Bentley Campus "Dream Factory". Click here to visit our virtual tour. Alongside hands-on work experience, you’ll also benefit from:
- CSR and outreach activities
- Opportunities to participate in charity events, community projects, and social committees
- Masterclasses, development workshops, and social events
- Inclusivity networks and peer support groups
- Placements and rotations across different areas of the business that interest you
About the Role
As an Industrial Placement Student at Bentley, you will play a key part in Bentley’s journey to creating extraordinary vehicles for our customers. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:
- Gain an understanding on how an automotive vehicle is delivered from concept to production using a structured process,
- Be working alongside and supported by industry experts, problem solving through data analysis and resolving problems in a timely manner,
- Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure opportunities to improve quality are embraced,
- Learn how to use data to create compelling cases for action,
Your Main Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Understanding and learning about new parts and technologies used in Bentley product,
- Participating in a wide range of product reviews and activity, including process improvements, problem solving and improved product knowledge,
- The opportunity to own a continuous improvement project within our various Quality teams,
- Understanding our end-to-end Project Emergence Process(PEP) including all relevant Quality deliverables for the successful launch of a vehicle and/or facelift.
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About the Department
The Quality department is one of the most versatile functions at Bentley. The Quality function plays a vital role in numerous cross-functional processes that shape our business landscape. In alignment with the Beyond100+ strategy we have set our targets in support of the company’s strategic ambitions. This includes an effective and impacting Quality team ready for the future, ensuring excellence in the quality of sustainable Bentley products and services, achieving our Quality targets and our environmental, social and governance responsibility.
What We Are Looking For
The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degrees: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, Logistics or Sustainability and Product Management.
Skills required for the role:
- Contribute to an inclusive culture and safe space for all to learn and grow,
- Be open-minded and inquisitive, while planning and prioritising the workload to work effectively with others,
- Be tenacious and resilient, but also adaptable to the needs of others,
- Take ownership of decisions and strive for the best outcomes.
What We Offer
As an Industrial Placement you will have access to the following benefits:
- A starting salary of £25,500,
- Support from our Early Careers team and 1:1 manager mentorship,
- 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays,
- 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits,
- Learning and development opportunities


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Right To Work
To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement or graduate scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status, a Tier 4 Visa, or a Graduate Visa. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions.
Belonging At Bentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.
Working at Bentley
To learn more about what life is like working at Bentley, and our assessment process view our Candidate Pack here.
The Application Process
Submit your application, including your CV and Cover letter.
Applications will be screened by our HR team and the Hiring Manager.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our recruitment team and invited to attend an online Assessment between 9th – 27th November.
Candidates successful at assessment stage will receive an offer shortly afterwards.
All applicants will be kept informed throughout the recruitment process.
Closing Date
Friday 23rd October 2026
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