Student Industrial Placement 2023
Polestar is an electric performance brand, determined to improve the society we live in. Our focus is on uncompromised design and technology. We constantly redefine the norm and challenge ourselves to shine. Passion and emotion drive us, electricity and innovation drive our cars. Our products are efficient, and entertaining.
In Polestar’s future, there is no room for shortcuts, excuses, or compromises. We are dedicated to our ambition. To support our growth we will be offering a variety of student industrial placements to run from September 2023 through to July 2024 to be part of our world class R&D team in the UK.
What we can offer:
- We have a number of roles available across all the departments within our Nuneaton/ Coventry R&D team.
- There will be the opportunity to rotate through different teams to gain the most from your time with us.
- You will have the opportunity to explore our cutting edge technology and learn from our innovative workshop.
- You will have the opportunity to work closely with our 500+ talented engineers
- We will inspire you with our values and beliefs for a more sustainable future.
Who you are:
In order to succeed at Polestar, you will need to possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills as the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple disciples is paramount. Attitude is everything at Polestar, we are always pushing boundaries and in order to achieve the unimaginable you must have a can-do approach and an open mind to endless possibilities.
What we are looking for:
- You will be studying for a bachelor’s degree or masters in a relevant area.
- An interest in automotive and especially electric vehicles is a benefit and a willingness to learn.
- Sound working knowledge of engineering principles
- A creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to resolve issues and innovate where required.
- Good initiative, with the ability to manage own time and priorities.
- Strong communication skills (written, verbal and aural), good collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively across teams within the organisation.
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office tools.
- Full driving license is desirable as our offices are remote.
- No visa or other restrictions for working in the UK or travelling in the European Union
People at Polestar
We know that a change is needed. We also know that each one of us can help bring about that change. Our commitment to becoming climate-neutral by 2040 is just as important to us as being inclusive, diverse, and innovative. Together, we are creating, collaborating and experimenting to usher in a new era of sustainable mobility.
If you believe you have what it takes to work at the heart of automotive innovation, then APPLY NOW!
At Polestar, the sky is not the limit.