Graduates
Overview
At GKN Powder Metallurgy, we are always looking for talented individuals with skills and passion to join our global teams.
We offer hugely varied and rewarding careers in a truly international business working at the forefront of engineering technology and innovations.
Our graduate programmes give a unique introduction to our company and allow you to set your own goals and explore your interests.
Rewards and benefits
To attract and maintain the best people, it goes without saying that we offer competitive packages. However, we believe the main appeal is the opportunities we provide for you to develop your chosen career and achieve your true potential.
Our graduate programmes are highly personalised and enable you to set your own goals and explore your own interests within our business. Throughout your graduate journey, we give you the opportunity to test and grow your technical and personal skills. We provide support and mentoring as you work on real projects, solving real problems and delivering real change. We aim to match your capabilities and aspirations to our strategic and operational needs – ensuring a thriving business for us and a fulfilling career for you.
We work at the cutting-edge of manufacturing, creating new technologies and innovative products for our global customers.
Our three businesses offer an unrivalled breadth of engineering expertise and experience. So, whether you are interested in helping us design a new motorcycle part; develop more efficient drive systems; if you understand how powders can change components; or you've a flair for building excellent relationships with our partners, there is a career path for you.
We aim to deliver the best technology today and develop innovative technologies for the future. We work with our customers to deliver electric and hybrid vehicles, lightweight materials, fuel-efficient systems and cost effective solutions to help them stay ahead. We are always looking forward, evaluating our markets and working with our customers. Be it 3D printing, electric hybrid vehicle technology, advanced composites, future designs or energy storage, GKN PM is well placed to lead the way.
During your placements across our businesses you will be working as part of a global team, giving you the opportunity to develop language skills, experience different cultures and work with a diverse range of people.
Many careers in GKN Powder Metallurgy, provide the opportunity to travel and, in some cases, to live and work abroad right from the very beginning.
Whether you envisage a career as an engineer innovating to overcome technical challenges or as an executive helping to lead the business, choosing us means you are joining a global engineering network with wide-ranging opportunities.
Our GREP programme
24 months, 4 locations, 1,000,000 experiences. Curious about our GREP programme?
Meet our Graduates
"I feel extremely privileged to be part of this training program. In the past two years I was fortunate enough to work closely with a talent and collaborative team. It was great learning experience for me. It not only gets me the chance to get know the inside of company also develop the network within this community. By work in different project in different locations, I also developed my global mindset. It laid a solid foundation for my further career development."
“The special thing about it is the cooperation with colleagues from all over the world - from day one. The program offers you the chance to broaden your personal horizon in different directions. From the network I was able to build during the time I profit until today."
“The GREP program has provided many great opportunities for me over the last two years. Being able to travel to different locations and learn about the unique aspects of supply chain was a very special experience. Rotating to different plants allowed me to expand my professional network and understand the diversity of GKN locations. Each plant is uniquely different and the GREP program has prepared me to handle many different situations I will inevitably face throughout my career.”
“GREP has been a great opportunity for me to explore different areas of engineering and was flexible enough so that I could focus on areas I was interested in as I discovered them. I was most excited to be part of development projects for growing technology such as aluminum powder metallurgy and additive manufacturing. The program was invaluable experience for developing me into the engineer I am today.”
Graduate FAQs
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Once I have applied for the GREP program vacancy, how long will I have to wait to hear if my application has been successful?
This will vary, however the recruitment team for the program you have applied for will aim to get back to you regarding the status of your application as soon as possible.
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What is the assessment process for the GREP program?
It could include any of the following: a telephone interview, a face-to-face interview, a technical based interview and/or an assessment center.
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How can I find out about the status of my application?
Once you have applied you will automatically receive an email to notify you that your application has been received. As soon as a decision has been made regarding the status of your application, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch.
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Do you accept applications from candidates who require a work permit?
If you require a work permit to be a part of one of our programs, please contact the hiring manager for the program that you are applying for.
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Will I be reimbursed for any travel expenses incurred for my interview with GKN?
Yes, we will reimburse reasonable travel expenses if you are invited to attend an assessment center. You will receive further details regarding the process for claiming back these expenses in your invitation.
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What is the starting salary for Powder Metallurgy’s graduate program?
This varies depending on the region and the function. Powder Metallurgy offers competitive packages and in addition, we offer opportunities for personal growth and career advancement.
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If I receive an offer from Powder Metallurgy, when should I expect to start?
A recommended start date will be suggested in the official offer. However, there is some flexibility and a start date should be confirmed prior to you accepting the offer.