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Commercial Graduate Opportunities

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the programme commence?
Our Graduate programme commences in September each year.
Our Intern programme commences in June/July each year.

I require sponsorship to work in the UK, can I still apply?
In order to be considered, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

How long is your graduate development programme?
Our Commercial Graduate Development Programme at Lyndhurst lasts for 3 years.
Our summer Internship programme lasts for 12 weeks.

What professional qualifications will I be able to gain?
As part of the graduate programme INEOS strongly encourages you to achieve Chartered status in your chosen discipline where applicable.

Where can I find out more about INEOS?
Please visit our website http://www.ineos.com.

When will I hear how my application is progressing?
You should hear back from us within six weeks of the closing date.

Do I need a specific degree and how recently should I have graduated?
You will need to be in your penultimate or final year or have completed a degree in Accounting/Finance, Chemistry, Management, Business Studies or Economics.

When is the closing date for submitting an application?
Applications close on the 19th December.

Will I be required to relocate during the programme?
All of our Commercial graduate and intern opportunities are based in Lyndhurst.

What are the opportunities upon completion of the programme?
Completion of the Commercial Graduate Programme will see you in a permanent role at Lyndhurst within one of the following areas: Finance, Business Management, Supply Chain, Sales or Purchasing which would be mutually agreed by you and the company.

Will you be visiting my university?
We will be visiting the University of Southampton on:

• Tues 21 October 2008 at the Business, Management and Finance Graduate and Internship Career Fair (come over and meet us)
• Thursday, 13 November 2008 for the Team working Skills Workshop; an interactive session to give you feedback and tips on what employers look for at assessment centres.
• Wed, 26 November 2008 for the INEOS Employer Presentation to Students (an opportunity to find out more about us and to talk to graduates and managers from our Company). Refreshments provided!

To find out more, contact the University of Southampton Careers Office.

How do I apply to INEOS?
Applications are online only.

• To apply for the Commercial Graduate Programme, please click here.
• To apply for the Commercial Internship Programme, please click here.
• To apply for the Law Summer Placements, please click here.
• To apply for the IT Summer Placements, please click here.