Hagerty has long promoted the enjoyment of car culture and driving, entertaining those who are a part of it and welcoming those who are curious to learn more. Working in the classic and collector car market is a dream for many, but the opportunities to do so are few and […]
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Skills shortage may stunt the auto industry’s software ambitions
The automotive industry’s new-found interest in software as a product differentiator is at risk of being compromised by a lack of quality computer science graduates, warns connectivity pioneer VNC Automotive. Key players such as Volkswagen and Volvo have stated their intention to become software companies first and foremost, signalling a […]
Hagerty launches 2023 UK intern search initiative in partnership with StarterMotor
Hagerty has long promoted the enjoyment of car culture and driving, entertaining those who are a part of it and welcoming those who are curious to learn more about the industry. Working in the classic and collector car market is a dream for many, but the opportunities to do so […]
Bentley seeks extraordinary engineers to accelerate path to full electrification
Bentley Motors today announced a recruitment drive for 100 talented engineers as the luxury marque accelerates its forward-thinking Beyond100 strategy, the boldest plan of its kind in the sector. Working across multiple disciplines within engineering, a key responsibility will be to support delivery of the ambitious Five-in-Five plan, which commits Bentley to launching a […]
Three female riders selected to join Dame Sarah Storey at the ŠKODA DSI Cycling Academy
ŠKODA UK, in partnership with Britain’s greatest ever Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey, has confirmed three new female riders to join the ŠKODA DSI Cycling Academy. Alex Morrice (22) a university student studying Physics and Chemistry from Guildford, Surrey, Katie-Ann (19) a Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation student from Southend-On-Sea, Essex, and […]
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles pilots nationwide intern programme for Van Centres
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is piloting a nationwide internship programme providing practical experience to college graduates at Van Centres. The 10 paid interns recruited in the class of 2021 are now in roles at Van Centres across the UK, shadowing experienced technicians to take their first steps in the automotive industry. […]
Xtrac unveils new apprenticeship academy
Berkshire based automotive and motorsport transmission specialist, Xtrac, has announced the launch of a dedicated apprenticeship facility at its global headquarters in Thatcham. The Xtrac Academy was officially opened by Laura Farris, MP for Newbury, at a ceremony on 4th March 2022. Also attending was Shelly Van Meter, head of […]
Rolls-Royce extends application deadline for 2022 Apprenticeship programme
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is extending the deadline for those seeking places on its Apprenticeship programme for 2022. Applications will now remain open until Sunday 13th March. The change gives prospective candidates additional time to secure one of 37 coveted places on the programme, which is regarded as one of the […]
Aston Martin celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with new drive to recruit employees of the future
Aston Martin has reiterated its commitment to supporting and developing the next generation of British talent and skills with the company today launching a drive to recruit over 40 early career positions at its Gaydon and St Athan sites. Announced during National Apprenticeship Week 2022, the ultra-luxury British manufacturer is […]
Earn as you learn: Kia celebrates Apprenticeship Week
Kia is proudly supporting National Apprenticeship Week, which runs 7th -13th February, with its latest showcase of real-world apprenticeship stories. Now in its 17th year, the Kia UK Apprenticeship Programme continues to go from strength-to-strength, delivering younger people with experience, expertise and hands-on tuition within the automotive industry while also […]