A Year in Industry
Start your professional journey
The placement is 12 month long and based at our impressive support centre in Milton Keynes, where you will enjoy hands-on experience across a wide range of business areas. You’ll be given real responsibilities, contribute to key assignments, work on live projects, and make a meaningful impact. The programme helps you bridge the gap between study and employment, while also preparing you for life after university.
As an undergraduate Year in Industry placement student, you will gain a genuine insight into how a global brand delivers value to its customers and stakeholders. Insight that you can take anywhere with you and draw from in your future, at any time.
Why Scania?
At Scania, you’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture where your contributions matter. We celebrate diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work, share fresh ideas, and grow as part of a team that values respect and belonging.
We’ll provide the resources, training, and mentoring you need to succeed. In return, you’ll bring your unique perspective and energy to help us grow and innovate.
A perfect partnership
It is our belief that investing in new talent is essential to shaping the future of our industry. By welcoming diverse ideas and experiences we encourage innovation and continuous improvement in all areas of our business.
In return we provide a structured learning environment designed to help you develop personally and professionally. Through this collaboration with colleagues and engagement across multiple teams you’ll broaden your skills, and see first hand how different perspectives drive business success.
Ready to apply?
Starting August 2026, we offer placements across a range of business areas, including:
What you’ll experience:
During your year with us, you’ll:
- Gain practical experience that strengthens your CV
- Build a network of professional contacts
- Learn from industry experts who’ll guide and support you
- Grow your skills in problem-solving, communication, and teamwork
- Experience working in a workplace that values inclusion, equity, and belonging
Placement details:
This is a 12-month placement, not a permanent position, designed to help you grow personally and professionally while contributing to Scania’s success.
What the year might be like
For full details on the placement, including exact job descriptions, roles, responsibilities, and a closer look at the programme, Click Below.
This will give you a detailed view of what the year might be like and help you plan for a meaningful and engaging placement experience.
You’ll find:
- Course structure and rotations – see what a typical year looks like and what you’ll experience in each business area.
- Day-to-day expectations – understand the tasks, projects, and learning opportunities you’ll be involved in.
- Teams and colleagues – discover who you might be working alongside and how collaboration drives our business forward.
And make sure you take time to discover how we work and explore our careers site to understand our environment, values, ways of working, and commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity, and nurturing talent.
A word from our Early Careers Lead
“Our placement programme is designed to give students meaningful, real-world experience while helping them grow personally and professionally. We love seeing students flourish and supporting them to develop their skills and confidence. We value the unique perspectives each student brings and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered.”
— Alex Woodward, Leadership Development & Early Careers Manager
Find out more and apply below
Contact us
Speak to the Early Careers team.
Where we are
Find the nearest Scania location near you.
