Register Your Interest - VWFS UK Undergraduate Placement Programme 2026

Register Your Interest - VWFS UK Undergraduate Placement Programme 2026

About Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS)

Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) is a leading provider of innovative mobility solutions, offering finance, leasing, insurance, and car-sharing products for iconic brands like Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, and Porsche. With our mission, "The Key to Mobility," we strive to make getting from A to B seamless and accessible for millions. Based in Milton Keynes, our dynamic and inclusive workplace is the perfect place to launch your career in financial services and mobility.

Placement Overview

Our 12-month undergraduate placement programme, running from September 2026 to August 2027, offers second-year university students hands-on experience across diverse business areas. From IT and Finance to Marketing and HR, you'll work on real projects, develop professional skills, and build networks that could shape your future. Many of our placement students go on to secure permanent roles with us after graduation, making this an ideal stepping stone for your career.

Available Placement Opportunities

Based on current and past opportunities, placements are typically available in areas such as:

• IT Placement: Support digital transformation through data analysis, software development, or IT services.
• Finance Placement: Contribute to financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis.
• Marketing Placement: Assist in creating campaigns and managing digital channels.
• HR Placement: Support talent acquisition and employee engagement.
• Fleet Placement: Work with corporate clients on mobility solutions.
• Risk Placement: Assist in risk assessment and compliance.

When applications open, specific roles for 2026 will be listed on our profile. Register your interest to receive updates on available opportunities.

Key Features

• Duration: 12 months (September 2026 to August 2027).
• Location: Milton Keynes (hybrid working model, with at least one office day per week).
• Compensation: Competitive salary, plus benefits including an optional discounted loan car scheme, discretionary bonus, company pension, and 27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Learning & Development: Access to our Lifeskills programme (covering presentation skills, interview techniques, and more), LinkedIn Learning, and on-the-job training.
• Mentorship: Paired with a mentor, often a former apprentice or placement student, for guidance and support.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that values diversity and inclusion, with initiatives like the Together4Integrity programme and employee-led groups such as the Community Committee.
• Career Progression: Many placement students secure permanent roles with VWFS after graduation. Since 2016, we've celebrated 407 internal promotions, reflecting our commitment to developing talent from within.

Eligibility

• Current second-year undergraduate student, returning to university after the placement.
• On track for a 2:2 or higher in any degree discipline (relevant fields include Business, Finance, IT, Marketing, or Engineering).
• Right to work in the UK by September 2026 (VWFS does not typically offer visa sponsorship for placement roles).
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and an interest in financial services or mobility solutions.

Application Process

1. 1. Register Your Interest: Submit your details to receive updates on application openings (expected October 2025).
   2. Online Application: Complete an online form with your CV and answers to role-specific questions via VWFS’s careers portal or Higherin.
   3. Video Interview: Answer questions to showcase your skills and motivation.
   4. Assessment Centre: Participate in a group exercise, role-related task, and interview at our Milton Keynes office.
   5. Offer: Successful candidates will receive placement offers within two weeks of the assessment centre.

Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early registration is recommended. For accessibility needs, please contact the recruitment team via the VWFS careers portal.

Why Choose VWFS?

• Real Impact: Work on projects that shape mobility solutions for millions.
• Supportive Environment: Benefit from hybrid working, mentorship, and a collaborative culture.
• Career Progression: Many placement students secure permanent roles, with 407 internal promotions since 2016.
• Inclusive Workplace: Join a diverse team with initiatives like the “Can I Say That?” podcast series.
• Unique Benefits: Enjoy perks like discounted loan cars, a Wellbeing Centre, and generous holiday entitlement.

Join VWFS to drive innovation and shape the future of mobility.