Overview
A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS-OFF. SHARE YOUR PASSION. We believe in creating an environment where our interns can learn by doing and are given their own areas of responsibility from day one. Our experts treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your ideas to the table, and give you the opportunity to show what you can do.
Summit ONE in Farnborough is home to the National Sales Company for the BMW Group in the UK, as well as BMW Group Financial Services offering customised financial services to retailers, corporate and private customers. Alphabet (GB) Ltd. is also located in Farnborough.
Role
BMW UK, National Sales Centre, Farnborough - Sales Steering and Planning Intern - 13 Month Placement (July 2026)
The Sales Steering and Planning team plans, steers and optimises UK sales results (volume and profit) for BMW UK, current and future. Responsibilities include creating market, segment and competitor forecasting to guide volume aspirations and calendarisation. The role requires close collaboration with Sales Channel owners, Finance and Marketing to identify opportunities and risks and to achieve granular optimisation at volume, product, channel, mix and discount terms levels.
What awaits you
* Involved in managing the weekly forecast process by collating data from channel owners.
* Support the Channel Planning manager with weekly availability and technical hold reporting.
* Create monthly sales steering reports including competitor forecasts and run-rate reports.
* Work closely with the Production Planning and Ordering team to support during peak periods in the month.
Qualifications and experience
* Studying towards a 2:2 Bachelor's degree — preferably in Business, Economics or another relevant field.
* Strong relationship-building skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
* Good organisational and time-management skills with high attention to detail.
* Ability to adapt approach, prioritise, work under pressure, multi-task and solve problems.
* Excellent team player with solid interpersonal and organisational skills.
* Experienced user of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Why choose us?
A competitive annual salary of £25,300, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
Great Work-Life Balance — Contracted hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday.
Exciting Additional Benefits — Access to a subsidised on-site restaurant and the Advantages scheme offering a range of offers and discounts.
What do you need to do now?
Apply early as we operate rolling recruitment; applications may close earlier if there is sufficient interest. The process includes online testing, an assessment centre, and a virtual interview with the hiring manager.
Eligibility
* Returning to studies for at least 6 months after the placement.
* Proof of legal right to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunities
BMW Group places great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on personality, experience and skills of the applicants.
Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025
Further Questions?
Email us at recruitment-uk@bmwgroup.com
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