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Industrial Operations : Manufacturing Graduate Review

at JLR

Graduate Scheme

Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Liverpool

Review Submitted: June 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.8/5 - Overview of the Role
4.8/5 - Experience & Company Culture
3/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at JLR?

Really positive, I was able to do placements in a few different teams which gave me a lot of different experience within the industry.

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

Project management, data analysis, problem solving occured throughout all the rotations I have done.

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

5/5
I was given projects/tasks that had an effect on the customer.

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

4/5
Discounts to different retailors is really good, Invest in you programme is also a great perk.

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

5/5
I am getting a lot of different experience within different teams.

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

5/5
A lot of opportunities for learning and developing, whether that is through formal training or getting involved in different projects within my team.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

5/5
A lot of support from line managers in deciding placement opportunities and development. Graduate buddy system was really helpful for when I first joined too.

How is your work-life balance?

5/5
I am able to be a little flexible with hours if needed.

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

4/5
Teams want to welcome you and help you learn and develop. Hybrid working is available in some teams but majority of site teams you must be in everyday.

How would you rate JLR initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?

5/5
A lot of networks which host events.

How would you rate JLR CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?

5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend JLR to a friend?

Yes

Why?

A great company to work for with a lot of different teams.

How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?

3/5
Wasn't sure about what the role would entail before starting

When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to JLR?

Look into the roles and reach out on LinkedIn to someone for a chat about the role to find out more.
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