HR Summer Placement Programme

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

From using drones to deliver medicine to rural communities, to helping bridge the digital gap for school kids across the UK and powering our European network with 100% renewable resources, we don’t just speak about change. We lead with change.   

A lot has been promised over the last few years, but we know that progress doesn’t just happen after one grand statement. It comes from what we actually do. And our graduates and placement students play a huge role in that.  

At Vodafone, we empower you so that your actions can speak even louder than your words. We want all our graduates and placement students to be able to make an impact on our customers, the world, and their careers.  

HR Summer Placement Programme

Start date: 20th June 2022   
Programme length: 12 weeks  
Salary: Avg. £90 per day  
Location*: The majority of our roles are based in our London Paddington, with a few in our Newbury campus.

What you need:

• To be on track for a 2:2 in any BA/BSc/Integrated Masters degree;  
• You will also need to be in your penultimate year of study;  
• You must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the programme.    

Application close date: 13th February 2022, however, we may close earlier if we have enough game changing applications, so apply early!  

What you need to submit: You will only need to upload your CV as part of the application. You do not need to upload a cover letter as it will not be reviewed as part of your application.   

*Remote working options: Vodafone is transforming – in the way we work & how we work. Our offices are now used as a hub for collaboration, co-creation & even concentration spaces. Across most our roles, we expect our employees to be following a blended approach to working with a 60-40 split, the majority being at home. We encourage our employees to find a way of working that suits them and works best for the team. 

Please note that you can only make one application to one of our Summer Placement programmes for 2022. We will only consider your first application.  

HR at Vodafone

At Vodafone, it’s not just about launching innovative products & solutions – it’s about developing amazing people and empowering them to do amazing things! As a company that is always thinking about and creating the future, we invest in our people to help them be at their best and achieve their full potential. Our HR function is at the heart of our business – enabling our people to deliver on our goals of connecting the world for a better future.  

What’s in it for you:

• The opportunity to explore your passion for people, and understand where your HR career could take you;  
• Having business exposure and accountability from day one;  
• Being part of a large community of placement students;  
• The opportunity to be fast tracked onto one of our graduate programmes;  
• Investment in your personal development with forward thinking digital learning opportunities;  
• Learning from industry experts that facilitate a focused professional development to enable you to take your career forward; 
• Flexible working and fast paced environment; 
• A focus on innovation and doing things differently. 

On this programme, you will put the Spirit of Vodafone into practice as you enable our people across the world to connect millions. Through the course of the 12 weeks’ programme, you could find yourself gaining HR experience from HR sub-areas including, but not limited to, Learning & Development, Diversity & Inclusion to Talent & Skills or even partnering with the business units on delivering their strategic aims and objectives.    

What we’re looking for:

• A passion for working with people and an understanding of how getting this right relates to business success; 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and reports; 
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity, drive and hunger for development; 
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; 
• Demonstrate proactivity, creativity and adaptability;  
• Curiosity and passion for technology, how things work and the future of digital; 
• Embodying our Spirit behaviours; 
• Proficiency in English.  

Whatever your degree is or wherever your passion lies, you’ll have the freedom to experience different rotations and projects, so you can discover what you enjoy the most. And if you’re open to learning, pushing boundaries, and making the most of every opportunity, then there’s nothing stopping you from Acting Up, and making the kind of change you’ve always wanted to. 

Vodafone is committed to making reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process for all candidates considered to have a disability. If you have any questions or requirements, please let us know at the following address: youth.recruitment@vodafone.com.

Put your spirit into practice, and Act Up.  

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.