Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- 12-month placement in Operations Management at Cummins in Darlington.
- Gain experience in manufacturing data analysis, budget analysis, and stakeholder interaction.
- Requires working towards a Business Management, Data Science, or related degree.
- Placement starts Summer 2027.
- Applications close 13th November 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12-month placement opportunity for a Business Management, Data Science, or related discipline student to join the Manufacturing team within the Engine Business Segment in Darlington.
What You'll Do
- Interact with internal and external stakeholders.
- Compile and distribute Key Performance Indicators.
- Prepare data using AI, Minitab, and Excel.
- Design studies and systems to capture manufacturing data and understand performance.
- Analyze manufacturing data to provide recommendations for improving capacity and efficiency.
- Compile and conduct analysis on departmental budgets.
- Administer employee records.
Who You Are
- You are working towards a degree in Business Management, Data Science, or a related discipline, with a desire to build a career in Operations Management. Engineering students looking to develop a Manufacturing Operations career may also be suitable.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Excel, with knowledge of Power BI and Minitab. You are a quick learner of IT systems.
- You have the ability to present data effectively.
Additional Information
- This role requires you to be onsite 3 days per week. You will need to arrange your own travel or relocation.
- This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year.
- The placement will commence in Summer 2027.