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Food Business Graduate Programme 2025

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Marks and Spencer

Oct 17

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Product
  • London

Requirements

  • We’re looking for people who are obsessed with both customers and products.
  • You’ll need to be a team player who’s honest and straightforward, and eager to learn quickly.
  • A genuine interest in our food business and love for food are essential.
  • You don’t need to have a specific degree, but if you choose to specialise in Commercial, you’ll need to be numerical, have an analytical mind, and be comfortable interpreting data.
  • If Product is your passion, you’ll need an eye for detail and an enthusiasm for innovation and creative thinking.
  • We want bold, ambitious thinkers who are ready to challenge the status quo and drive the next generation of our food business.
  • You’ll thrive here if you’re a proactive team player who’s not afraid to speak up, get involved, and take ownership of your work.
  • We’re looking for people who are excited to learn, quick to adapt, and who share our passion for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
  • Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of their preferred programme.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll start by hitting the ground running with a 4-month placement in one of our Food stores.
  • Here, you’ll get close to customers, roll up your sleeves, and get stuck in to learn what it takes to run a successful Food business from the ground up.
  • After your time in store, you’ll get insight into key areas of our Food business to help you build your understanding of each function, including Product Development and Food Technology.
  • These placements will broaden your understanding of our end-to-end operations and help you build a solid foundation for your future career in food.
  • You’ll then move on to your chosen specialism in either Commercial or Product.
  • In Product, you’ll learn how to spearhead pioneering products from concept to shelf, ensuring that every item meets our high standards of quality and innovation.
  • In Commercial, you’ll focus on getting the right products to the right place at the right time.
  • You’ll analyse customer data to forecast and and play a key role in ordering new product ranges for our stores.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Food Business Graduate Programme?

The Food Business Graduate Programme lasts for approximately 12 months, starting with a 4-month placement in one of our Food stores followed by various placements across different functions.

Do I need to have a specific degree to apply for this programme?

No, a specific degree is not required to apply for the programme. However, if you choose to specialise in Commercial, you’ll need to be numerical and comfortable interpreting data.

Will there be opportunities for specialisation during the programme?

Yes, after gaining experience across various functions, you will choose to specialise in either Commercial or Product, allowing you to focus on your area of interest.

What type of skills are required for candidates interested in Product specialisation?

Candidates interested in Product specialisation should have an eye for detail and a strong enthusiasm for innovation and creative thinking.

Is previous experience in the food industry necessary to apply?

No, previous experience in the food industry is not necessary, but a genuine interest and passion for food are essential.

Will I have opportunities to work with customers during the programme?

Yes, you will start with a 4-month placement in a Food store where you will engage directly with customers and learn how to run a successful Food business.

Are there opportunities for career advancement after completing the programme?

The programme is designed to provide you with a solid foundation for your future career in food, and successful participants may have opportunities for career advancement within the company.

What qualities are you looking for in candidates?

We are looking for bold, ambitious thinkers who are proactive team players, eager to learn, quick to adapt, and share our passion for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

What is the starting point for the Food Business Graduate Programme?

The starting point for the programme is a 4-month placement in one of our Food stores, where you will gain hands-on experience in the business.

Do candidates need to be residents in the UK?

Yes, candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme.

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Marks and Spencer

Forward thinking, future-focused and digital-first retail

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1884
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We hold ourselves to a very high standard here at M&S. That much has never changed. Our attention to detail, forward thinking and passion for improvement has led to the creation of some of the nation’s most loved products. But a rapidly changing world demands that we change along with it. M&S has been at the forefront of social change for the past 134 years, and we’re determined to keep it that way. Setting bolder goals and giving our people the space and resources to achieve them. Today, we are a unique retailer delivering top quality food, clothing, home products and financial services. We employ over 80,000 colleagues who serve over 32 million customers. But what about tomorrow? We’ve put customer-focused digital innovation at the heart of our business, partnering with world-class technology firms to help shape the retail experience of the future. From digital transformation to empowering people to make a positive impact on wellbeing, communities and the planet, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us. Because if you become part of our journey today, you’ll be shaping the very future of our business.

Benefits

  • Colleague Discount

    Receive 20% discounts in-store for you and members of your household

  • Bonus

    We have discretionary bonus schemes depending on your role and our business performance

  • Pay

    Our salaries are competitive and reviewed every year

  • Life Assurance

    Life cover of twice your salary up to age 70 which is double when you join your M&S pension savings plan

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