BAT has an established placement programme, with a dedicated Placement Team, which provides training and development throughout the placement. This includes sessions for onboarding, presentation skills, critical thinking, scientific poster presentations and ‘speed networking’ with senior management. Successful applicants are provided with multiple opportunities to develop transferable skills in addition to gaining ‘hands on’ experience in a technical discipline.

As part of the scheme students get a chance to cultivate their independent thinking and problem-solving skills in addition to working in and contributing to a team. Cross functional/department working and participation in other research activities is also encouraged, where appropriate. Previous work experience in a practical ‘hands-on’ role would be useful but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

You will be leading an innovation project from concept through to invention. It will involve you:

• Learning the science behind liquid formulations and product performance.
• Designing experiments and conducting lab-based research.
• Analysing experimental results and recommending next steps.
• Presenting findings to scientists and business stakeholders.
• Strengthening professional skills to manage projects, present to stakeholders and drive decision making.

What We Are Looking For

Based in our Global R&D centre in Southampton, you will work alongside scientists and Engineers responsible for delivering innovations to markets around the world. We are looking for:

• Students working towards an undergraduate degree in Chemistry related areas.
• Scientific curiosity and critical thinking and tenacity when solving technical challenges.
• Practical application of theory to develop prototypes for technical evaluation.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to technology that will ultimately become part of future BAT products used by consumers around the world.

Benefits

• Meal Voucher/ Canteen as per location
• Private Pension
• Life & Health Insurance
• Yearly bonus based on the ABS
• Family support policy
• Office perks
• Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement.

Why Join BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

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