Procter & Gamble

Job Location

Reading

Job Description

Procter & Gamble (P&G) is a leading global consumer goods company whose winning brands such as Gillette, Pampers and Oral-B are built around the model of innovation.

Do you want to be part of the innovation and technological advancement of products used every day by millions of the world’s consumers?

Then apply for an Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in our Process and Engineering (P&E) department which is a unique 'earn-while-you-learn' opportunity at a top global consumer goods company. This apprenticeship allows you to gain 4 years of business experience while obtaining a fully funded university degree.

If you have a passion for winning, strong leadership examples and a curiosity about pursuing an engineering career we want to hear from you!

What to expect:

Our department is the bridge between design and manufacturing and is always looking for opportunities - whether that's in researching and testing a new technology; improving a piece of equipment's efficiency; or even making a process more sustainable to help reach the company's sustainability goals. We believe that there is always an opportunity to grow and develop.

As part of our team, you will be given responsibility to collaborate with vendors to design, develop and deliver equipment to our global partners, all whilst being supported by highly experienced technical coaches and a career mentor.

The role will be based at the Reading Innovation Centre, an inspiring centre of excellence that delivers R&D innovations for the global markets.

We have chosen to deliver this apprenticeship in partnership with Aston University due to the quality of training offered and the specific degree subject required to enable your success. During a career in the Process & Engineering group, you can expect opportunities for international travel in line with business needs. We therefore wanted our apprenticeship to mirror what a career in P&E at P&G could look like, with travel away from home at periodic times. The time spent at Aston will be in block release (e.g., for 1 week at a time) and further details will be shared for those who come to our assessment day.

Accommodation at Aston will be provided and paid for by P&G, as well as travel costs during these block releases at university. By the end of the four years, the work experience you will have gained alongside your studies will leave you well ahead of your peers with a conventional university degree.

What You Will Gain:

• A BEng in Manufacturing Engineering and apprenticeship certificate from Aston University.
• Responsibilities and real work from Day 1 – You will be given specific projects and responsibilities working on real and live business challenges, just like a true P&Ger.
• Continuous training & coaching – You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits – This is funded 4-year apprenticeship alongside a competitive annual salary. On top of this you’ll enjoy lots of benefits including 25 days' paid holiday, the option to enroll in our pension, discounted P&G products, perks and flexible working arrangements. To find more information about our benefits package take a look here: https://www.pgcareers.com/benefits
• Opportunity for a full-time role – Apprentices who successfully complete the program have the potential to secure a full-time position with P&G after graduation. As a 'build from within' company, our people start at entry level and progress through the organization. When we make a job offer, it’s with the expectation that you will grow into one of our future leaders, and to help you get there, you will work closely with our own skilled engineers for mentoring and coaching at every step.

Job Qualifications

What We Look For:

• A-Level students completing their studies in 2024 with predicted grades of 3 Cs or above in 3 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths) subjects or those who have completed their A-levels with 3 Cs or above in STEM subjects or equivalent qualifications already.
• Ability to commute to our innovation Centre in Reading, Berkshire, UK.
• Evidence of passion and achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities. Tell us what you’re proud of – be it playing a musical instrument or holding down a job alongside your studies. We want to get to know you!
• Strong interest in investigating and implementing new technologies.
• Strong verbal and written English language skills.

Start date:

The employment start date is September 2024 with degree study starting in October 24.

Application deadline:

30th April 2024

At P&G #weseeequal

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.

We champion social mobility and believe that socio-economic status should not be a barrier to accessing job opportunities. That’s why in addition to paying a competitive salary and your university tuition, we will provide numerous benefits to ease the transition into working life and decrease the financial burden of pursuing a degree. For instance, we will provide you with all the necessary technology required for your role, including an allowance to purchase equipment that allows you to work comfortably from home. The lunch prices at our office canteen are also heavily subsidised to enable our employees to eat nutritious meals at a reasonable cost.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience. 

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000100652

Job Segmentation

Internships (Job Segmentation)