Commercial Business Administration Internship

Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world.

To bring the company to the level we want it to be, we are looking for a Commercial Business Administration Internship to join us in our Global Commercial site based in Coventry.

Role Summary

We are recruiting three Commercial Business Administration Interns to support our Commercial Sales and Finance teams. This structured internship provides hands-on experience across commercial administration, finance processes, and stakeholder communication, offering a strong foundation for a career in commercial sales or finance.

Location: Coventry, UK
Company: Lotus Technology Innovative Limited
Contract Type: Internship (3-month rolling)
Start Date: January 2026
Working Hours: 20 hours per week (3 days)

Internship Allocation

• 1 x UK Sales Support

• 1 x EU Sales Support

• 1 x Finance Support

Interns will be aligned to one of the above areas while also gaining broader exposure to the wider commercial function.

Working Pattern

• Monday: 09:00 – 17:00 (1-hour lunch break)

• Wednesday: 09:00 – 17:00 (1-hour lunch break)

• Friday: 09:00 – 16:00 (1-hour lunch break)

Total: 20 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Depending on allocation, responsibilities may include:

• Processing and matching supplier invoices

• Managing subcontractor invoices and payment notices

• Goods receipting

• Supplier and subcontractor statement reconciliations

• Responding to supplier and subcontractor queries via phone and email

• Liaising with project, site, and sales teams to resolve queries

• Processing and coding overhead invoices

• Supporting the UK and EU Sales teams with dealer invoices

• Posting payment applications on the Corporate BPM system

• Preparing KPI and reporting packs

• General ad hoc administrative duties

Learning & Development

During the internship, you will develop skills and experience in:

• Recording and managing transactional financial data

• Using organisational tools and systems to identify discrepancies and reconciliations

• Recognising and correcting routine errors, escalating where appropriate

• Planning and reviewing finance and accounting tasks

• Communicating effectively with stakeholders across Sales and Finance

• Using finance and accounting software to support routine accounting activities

• Handling data securely in line with cyber and data protection requirements

Requirements

Essential:

• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C / 4–9 or above)

• 3 A Levels, including Maths, English, or Business (Grades A*–C)

Desirable:

• Additional relevant qualifications or prior industry experience

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills

• Good IT skills

• High attention to detail

• Organisational skills

• Customer-focused approach

• Problem-solving ability

• Presentation skills

• Administrative capability

• Numerical and analytical skills

• Teamworking skills

Location

Lotus Technology Innovative Limited
1st Floor, LEVC Headquarters Building
Li Close
Coventry, CV7 9RF

Our Company:

Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world\’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 Emeya, our fully-electric Hyper-GT.

As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them.

We\’re not just a car company; we\’re a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organization. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments during the interview process. If you require any special assistance or adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure:

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