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Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.\nTo achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!\nBritish American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for an UNDERGRADUATE INTERN - NEW PACKAGING MATERIALS AND SUSTAINABILITY in Southampton - Fixed-term (12 months)\nHelp us discover what’s next in packaging\nWe are looking for a curious and enthusiastic student to join our New Packaging Materials and Sustainability team in Southampton for a 12-month placement.\nYou will work alongside scientists, engineers and packaging specialists on real challenges facing the future of packaging. This is an opportunity to take what you’re learning at university and apply it in a global R&D environment, while gaining hands-on experience with new materials, emerging technologies and sustainable packaging solutions.\nThis placement will support our future innovation pipeline across all packaging types including plastic & paper. You will help take ideas from early research and concept development through prototyping, feasibility assessment and technology validation.\nA bit more about BAT and our undergraduate placement scheme:\nWe make significant investments in Research and Development to deliver innovations that satisfy or anticipate consumer needs and generate growth for the business. We conduct cutting-edge research to evaluate our Smokeless Productsand apply the highest standards for product safety and quality. Successful applicants will be involved in our extensive scientific research program which spans a broad spectrum of scientific fields - including molecular biology, human biology, toxicology, chemistry, biomedical sciences, psychology, neuroscience, sensorial science, data science, computer science, product design, and engineering disciplines.\nIn the UK, we offer 12-months placement opportunities (starting on 1st September 2027) to undergraduate students looking to gain practical experience within a vibrant and innovative industrial setting. As part of the scheme, you will be partnered with a mentor, have regular reviews with your Line Manager and work on projects that impact the business.\nBAT has an established placement programme, with a dedicated Placement Team, which provides training and development throughout the placement. This includes sessions for onboarding, presentation skills, critical thinking, scientific poster presentations and ‘speed networking’ with senior management. Successful applicants are provided with multiple opportunities to develop transferable skills in addition to gaining ‘hands on’ experience in a technical discipline.\nAs part of the scheme students get a chance to cultivate their independent thinking and problem-solving skills in addition to working in and contributing to a team. Cross functional/department working and participation in other research activities is also encouraged, where appropriate. Previous work experience in a practical ‘hands-on’ role would be useful but not essential.\nThis role is due to start in September 2027, and we will be shortlisting applications and carrying out video/ online interviews whilst the advert is live. We will look to make an offer to the successful candidate as close to the closing date as possible. However, the vetting and onboarding processes for successful candidates won’t begin until the role is opened in our system, which is likely to be later in 2027, so we will contact successful candidates again to commence these processes when the position opens.\nWe reserve the right to close this advert before the 31st of December if we have a high level of applications.\nWhat you will do:\nNo two projects will be the same. During your internship you will\nExplore emerging packaging materials, coatings, technologies and formats through research, benchmarking and supplier scouting.\nSupport innovation projects, helping evaluate promising ideas and technologies.\nGet hands-on with packaging samples, prototypes, laboratory testing and experiments.\nInvestigate sustainable packaging topics, including recyclability, material reduction, circularity and alternative materials.\nSupport selected future-focused projects and help manage agreed activities, timelines and deliverables.\nTurn data into insights, analysing results and communicating your findings clearly in presentation and reports \nLearn from experts across R&D and our external network of suppliers, laboratories, technology partners and universities.\nWho would thrive in this role?\nYou are working towards an undergraduate degree in materials science, polymer science, packaging technology, chemistry, chemical or mechanical engineering, product design, sustainability or another relevant science or engineering subject.\nYou are curious, eager to learn and interested in materials, sustainability, science and technology.\nYou enjoy practical problem-solving, experiments and working with data.\nYou communicate clearly, collaborate well and can explain ideas to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.\nKeen to bring fresh ideas and new thinking\nWhat will you gain?\nReal-world experience in packaging research, development and innovation.\nHands-on exposure to materials evaluation, prototypes, testing and sustainability assessments.\nThe opportunity to work with experienced specialists and learn from suppliers, laboratories, technology partners and universities.\nThe chance to develop your research, analytical, problem-solving, teamwork and presentation skills.\nWhat we offer you?\nWe offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)\nOur range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives\nYour journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement - it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.\nYou'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills\nWe prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes\nBenefits:Meal Voucher/ Canteen as per location\nPrivate Pension\nLife & Health Insurance\nYearly bonus based on the ABS\nFamily support policy\nOffice perks\nFlexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement.\n\nWHY JOIN BAT?\nWe’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute - certified in offering excellent employee conditions.\nCollaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.\nWe see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).\nCome bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.\nIf you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. 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