Placement Student Opportunity
Locations: Bromborough, Westerleigh, Corsham, Andover, Llanidoes
Duration: 12‑month placement
Start Date: September 2026
Driving licence mandatory
Rotational Placement Programme – Explore different functional areas across our business, gain invaluable experience, and discover where your true interests lie.
Programme Overview
Structured programme rotating through three different areas: Commercial, Finance, Technical, Operations, HR, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
Programme Structure
* Rotation 1: September – January (5 months) – Technical
* Rotation 2: February – May (4 months) – Operations
* Rotation 3: June – August (3 months) – confirmed upon offer
Criteria
* Currently studying at university for a degree that includes a placement year
* Aspiring to be a future leader in the industry
* Ability to identify three sites you would be happy to travel to, ensuring you can experience the breadth of our business
Preferred Degrees
* Food Science
* Food Science and Nutrition
* Food Science and Innovation
* Food Technology
* Food Innovation Management
* Food Engineering
* Food Manufacturing
* Agri‑Business Management
* Food Business Management
Please Note: Relocation support is not offered. You will be required to move across a minimum of 2 sites. Please ensure you are comfortable with the travel requirements before applying. Our 31 sites, offices and functions can be found on our homepage. At the time of application you will be asked which 3 sites would be your preference.
What You’ll Gain
* Diverse Experience: Rotate through three areas, gaining a broad perspective on the food industry.
* Confidence Building: Develop confidence through hands‑on experience. You will have responsibility from Day 1 and we are proud to say 100 % of our placement students have feedback that they did not regret applying!
* Industry Experts: Learn from seasoned professionals.
* Senior Sponsorship and Mentorship: Guidance from senior leaders and mentors.
* Skills Development: Enhance teamwork, leadership, and personal development.
* Face‑to‑Face Learning: Factory tours and on‑site learning sessions.
* End of Rotation Sign‑Offs: Receive feedback and sign‑offs from managers.
* Leaders’ Competency Framework: Build competencies attractive for future employment.
Programme Highlights
* Internal Modules: Interactive modules to boost personal effectiveness and relevant skills.
* Squiggly Career Pathway: Try new things and find your true passion.
* Direct Feeder for the Graduate Trainee Programme: Unconditional offer to join after studies.
* Pre‑Joining Activities: Head‑start with engaging activities.
* Cohort Experiences: Build lasting connections.
* Executive Sponsored Projects: Work on high‑impact projects.
* Buddy System: Dedicated graduate buddy support.
* Cultural Experiences: Participate in cultural events.
* End of Programme Celebrations: Celebrate achievements with cohort and mentors.
The Company
Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best‑known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of own‑label products in categories such as fresh pork, lamb and chicken. We work with all major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges and added‑value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by shared core values and passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, enjoyed by millions everyday in the UK, Ireland and Europe.
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