IT Graduate Scheme

McLaren Automotive Graduate IT & Digital programme providing rotational experience across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, manufacturing systems, product technology, data and AI.

What to Expect

We are recruiting for a Graduate to join our IT & Digital team at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey.

There has never been a more exciting time to join McLaren. As we continue to invest in a wide-ranging digital transformation, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to major technology initiatives that are reshaping how we design, build, and support our products and business operations.

This is a two-year rotational programme designed to accelerate your technical development and business understanding, preparing you for a long-term career in IT.

Please note this is an on-site position.

What You'll Do

As an IT Graduate, you’ll be part of a structured programme designed to give you broad exposure across our IT & Digital function. You'll have the opportunity to shape your own development journey by selecting a new six-month rotation throughout the programme, allowing you to build experience in areas that align with your interests and career aspirations.

Following your initial onboarding, you’ll choose your own six-month rotations, allowing you to explore different areas of IT & Digital, contributing to real projects that deliver value across the business while gaining exposure to a broad range of technologies, teams and challenges.

• Core Technology – Service desk operations, modern workplace, infrastructure, cloud technologies and cyber security.

• Manufacturing & Operations Solutions – Digital solutions and business intelligence that support manufacturing, supply chain and business operations.

• Product Development Solutions – Technologies that enable vehicle engineering, design, testing and product lifecycle management.

• Customer Experience Solutions – Systems, platforms and products that support sales, marketing, and customer engagement.

• Data & Artificial Intelligence – Data engineering, analytics, automation and AI-powered innovation.

What You'll Bring

• You must have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a 2:1 or above in a relevant degree discipline such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a related field.

• A passion for technology and its application within a high-performance environment.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and data literacy.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• A customer-first mindset with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Personal Attributes

We’re looking for individuals who bring the mindset and behaviours needed to thrive in a fast-paced technology landscape.

The most desirable attributes include:

• Customer-Focused – You are passionate about understanding user needs and creating solutions that deliver tangible business value.

• Curious & Innovative – You enjoy exploring new technologies, asking questions, and finding better ways to solve problems.

• Collaborative – You build positive relationships, value diverse perspectives, and work effectively across teams to achieve shared goals.

• Take Ownership – You are proactive, accountable, and willing to take responsibility for delivering high-quality outcomes.

• Continuous Learner – You actively seek feedback, embrace new challenges, and are committed to developing your skills and knowledge.

• Adaptable & Resilient – You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and can respond positively to changing priorities and business needs.

• Simplify Complexity – You can analyse information, break down problems, and communicate ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• AI Proficiency – Comfortable using AI tools ethically and effectively to support learning, productivity, innovation, and problem-solving.

• Driven by Results – You are motivated to make an impact and take pride in seeing your work contribute to business success.

What We'll Do for You

We offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays. Annual buy & sell up to five days

• Enhanced company pension scheme

• Discretionary annual bonus award

• Private medical insurance and health cash plan

• Life assurance 4x your basic salary

• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

• A range of wellbeing initiatives, such as employee assistance programme and free financial & mortgage advice

• Opportunities to experience our fantastic cars

*Qualifying criteria apply

Who Are We?

No restraints. No limitations. We don’t simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars.

It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks. 

McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact. It drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey.