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Our graduate recruitment campaigns begin in January each year with open days that run through to May. Formal graduate intakes usually occur in the autumn, with the number of recruits varying each year according to business needs.
Find out more about our graduate open days here:
You can apply to the Ricardo Graduate Academy at any time. However, please be aware that we do not contact graduates for our upcoming autumn intake until the preceding January.
New graduate pathways available for 2018
We are pleased to announce that we have launched two new graduate pathways for 2018 - Virtual Product Development and Manufacturing Graduate. More information on each of the new roles can be found below.
Virtual Product Development
This is a unique opportunity for newly qualified graduates who can demonstrate excellence in digital modelling techniques ( developming of modelling methods and their exploitation).
As a successful applicant you will rotate across:
- Software
- Simulation and modelling
- Analysis
In addition you will experience an international placement in one of these fields.
At the end of the 24-month scheme you will be able to choose in which area you would like to further your career.
Manufacturing Graduate
We are looking to recruit highly qualified manufacturing graduates who from the outset, will be working on specialist manufacturing projects, consulting and dealing with clients. Ricardo's manufacturing division aims to provide excellent services across all clients based in the high performance vehicle and motorsports sector. Your placements will be in a variety of teams within our manufacturing division.
Industrial Placements and Internships
Ricardo UK offers Internships and year long Industrial Placements to university students. This is an excellent opportunity to apply the theory of your degree to real engineering challenges. Placement students are permanent employees with full benefits doing real project work.
To apply, please complete the application form on the Ricardo Graduates page or send your CV and cover letter to graduates@ricardo.com, outlining your preferred location, availability and interests.
If you have any questions regarding our graduate programme or placements please email graduates@ricardo.com