Business Operations Intern (12 Months)

Business, IT.

Create Real Impact from Day One

At Siemens, we create technology that transforms the everyday. Whether you're passionate about tech, engineering, sustainability, or business strategy, you won’t just be watching from the sidelines - you’ll contribute to real-world projects that shape industries and communities across the UK. 

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What Will You Be Doing?

We are seeking individuals interested in Engineering and Digital Technology to join our Customer Services team at Siemens Digital Industries. This role involves developing our digital system, to coordinate Customer Field Service Teams and lead critical business processes.    

You’ll be based at Manchester, with an expectation of attending the office 2–3 days per week. We encourage regular collaboration on-site to help you connect and learn from industry leaders, with flexible hybrid options to suit your lifestyle. 

In this role, you will: 

  • Collaborating with internal teams to understand their current processes, where potential improvements could be made and help boost efficiency within the team.   
  • Developing communication plans and training materials to help the team understand the changes that will arise as the new developments are coordinated.   
  • Demonstrating how the integration of changes will deliver a return on investment for the Siemens business.   
  • Learning from system experts from across the globe to assist with cleansing current data.  
  • Regularly communicating project progress to people at all levels of the organisation.  

What We’re Looking For

  • We focus on potential, curiosity, and your drive to learn rather than past experience. 
  • This opportunity is open to undergraduate students looking to complete a one-year industrial placement as part of their degree. 
  • Currently working towards a degree in a Business, Information Technology or a discipline relevant to the requirements of the role.  
  • Be curious, open to new ideas and willing to take initiative 
  • Think logically and be willing to learn, research and explore things independently. 
  • Approach problems creatively and look for new ways to solve them. 
  • Work independently and responsibly, taking ownership of challenges and looking for ways to make a positive difference. 
  • Stay open-minded and value feedback, ideas and different perspectives from others. 
  • Enjoy collaborating with others, sharing ideas and finding solutions together. 

Transform The Everyday with us 

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the every day with us! 

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  • Deadline
    November 8th, 2026
  • Starting
    August 2027
  • Salary
    £25,354 + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:1 and above (expected)
  • Duration
    12 months
  • Location
    Manchester (Hybrid)
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Disciplines Accepted...
  • Business
  • Economics
  • Information Technology
  • Project Management
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