Communications Apprentice - Level 6 Apprenticeship in Farnborough

To assist the Corporate Communications teams across a diverse range of tasks and projects over three years. Apprentices will gain experience in events, social media, vehicle booking / press fleet administration, liaison with journalists, campaign planning, campaign measurement and evaluation, internal communications planning, agency and supplier coordination and operational/team administration. The two successful candidates will rotate between two teams at the company; 18 months with the Corporate Communications team based at BMW Group UK in Farnborough supporting Corporate, Brand, Internal and Product Communications, and 18 months with the Corporate Communications function at MINI Plant Oxford.

What awaits you?

• Assisting the Corporate Communications team in Farnborough, who manage PR for BMW Group, working with a broad range of journalists, social media personalities and others who influence public opinion about our brands, products and services.
• Hosting media events to launch the company’s latest models.
• Support in creation of Brand PR campaigns across BMW and MINI, but also in CSR and Sustainability.
• Assist with our charity partnership, including fundraising across sites, creation of fundraising ideas and partnership measurement and evaluation.
• Sometimes dealing with challenging issues which have the potential to impact the company’s reputation in the news media.
• Supporting the MINI Plant Oxford communications team, who are responsible for all media relations relating to BMW’s manufacturing facilities in the UK, plant tours, community relations, events and internal communications.

What should you bring along?

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 6 (or above), including Maths and English.
• Plus, a minimum of 2 A-Levels (or equivalent) at Grade B (or above) or equivalent BTEC Level 3 in a relevant discipline.
• Candidates will need to be enthusiastic and well-disciplined.
• Excellent communication skills – whether in person, on the phone or written - are essential.
• Consistent and reliable attention to detail.
• Demonstrable interest towards a career in communications, marketing and/or PR.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required.
• It will be necessary to exhibit initiative and a conscientious attitude throughout the interview process.

What we offer?

Whilst developing on-the-job knowledge, the successful candidates will also undertake a fully funded study towards the attainment of a BA (Hons) in Management and Business, through the attendance at Abingdon & Witney College (affiliated with Oxford Brookes University).

What do you need to do now?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then apply today. Once you click apply, you’ll be asked to create a profile, complete eligibility questions and upload your CV - You may only apply for one apprenticeship position but you may also express your interest to be considered for others. If you meet the eligibility requirements, we will invite you through to the next stage of the process which is an online assessment, designed to further explore your verbal and numerical skills. The successful applicants from the above will be invited to the final stage of this process, a face-to-face Assessment Centre. Provisionally, the Assessment Centre is due to take place week commencing 30th March 2026. (this is subject to change)

Please note: To be eligible for this position, you must have lived in the UK for three years prior to the start of the apprenticeship and be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications: Saturday 28th February 2026