FAQ's
Q - Do you consider graduates from any degree discipline?
A - Depending on which function you apply to will determine what degree discipline applies, as different functions have different requirements. For example, Human Resources open their application to all degree disciplines; whereas Product Development does have a specific criteria of degree disciplines in which they accept applications. The online application will provide information on the degree disciplines that will be accepted when you select the function you wish to apply for.
Q - What are the entry requirements?
A - For graduate positions, we currently require a second class lower (2.2) minimum undergraduate degree classification or equivalent.
Q - Do you offer any kind of relocation package?
A - Some relocation assistance is available. Further information will be provided to applicants should they be successful.
Q - What about work permits an eligibility to work in the UK?
A - At Ford we welcome all applications for our job opportunities. However, we are unable to employ anyone who does not have permission to live and work in the UK. All candidates will be asked to provide originals of documentation proving their right to work in the UK at assessment centre stage. The Company will be unable to offer employment if the candidate has been unable to provide the appropriate supporting original documentation. The Company has a duty to check that all new employees are entitled to work in the UK and to do the type of work offered. Any job offer will therefore be conditional on the individual holding the right to work in the UK.
Q - What are the typical working hours?
A - The standard working hours are 37.5 hours a week, 7.5 hours a day Monday to Friday. Start and finish times will vary between location and departments.
Q - When am I expected to start if I am offered a graduate position?
A - Typically Graduates will start from September. Actual timing would be discussed with candidates when formally offered a position.
Q - Where will I be based if I am successful?
A - Most of the placements will be based in our Essex locations, such as Warley, Dunton (Laindon) and Dagenham. However there might be some roles based in other regions such as Daventry and Bridgend, this would be discussed in more detail if formally offered a position with the Company.
Q - Can I submit my application on a mobile device?
A - Our application forms are supported on mobile devices.
Q - When can I expect to hear from you?
A - If your initial application has been successful then the next phase will be a telephone interview.
If you do not hear from a member of the Ford Recruitment Team within 21 days then please assume your application has not been successful.
We try to get back to applicants within a few days, but please bear with us if it takes a little longer to respond.