Corus 2024 graduate opportunities

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Corus Top Trump graduate-jobs

When it comes to Top Careers, Corus is a Global Player.

Imagine what the world would be like without steel. No hospitals, schools, transportation systems, even paperclips; the list is endless! Corus is a subsidiary of Tata Steel, one of the world's largest and most global steel producers, with a combined presence in nearly 50 countries, annual revenues of around £12 billion and a crude steel production of over 20 million tonnes.

The Corus Vision:

Corus metal is used globally in projects such as the new Grand Theatre in Beijing and at Ground Zero in New York; closer to home it is used for 80% of UK made cars, track for the London Underground and the new Emirates Stadium, London.

We are passionate about making the world a better place and are committed to the adoption of sustainable practices. Using the perfect blend of world-class manufacturing processes, innovative research centres and inspired individuals; we can achieve the vision of becoming leaders in our field.

Case Studies

Name: Sebastian Roginski
Role: Maintenance Engineer
Joined: September 2006

"I decided to pursue my career with Corus because of its outstanding, very well structured graduate scheme, which is focused on personal development. There are many development opportunities and possibilities of tailoring your own career path in Corus. I also wanted a challenge and I knew working in a steel industry would be one that allowed me to fulfil my personal expectations and ambitions"

Training & Profiles

What we look for:

To achieve our vision, we look for people with the qualities that will fit into our way of thinking; these include passion, drive, enthusiasm, imagination and the ability to adapt to new challenges. We are looking for innovative minds and skills that go beyond just pure academic ability in order to drive change and really make a difference.

Corus Training and Development:

Corus has the size and diversity to help tailor your career by providing real life projects from the outset and challenges that will be interesting, dynamic and relevant to your function. All candidates entering our Graduate Scheme will receive on the job and formal training. Our structured training will ensure you learn about products, Corus as a whole and the function in which you are based through rotational placements alongside normal ongoing career progression. Corus is committed to Professional Accreditation/Chartership for every graduate, providing a professional mentor and training that is accredited by professional bodies (e.g. IMechE, IET, ICE, IoM³, CIPD, CIMA etc).

Jobs available:

Finance, Commercial, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Enviromental), Logistics/Supply Chain, Purchasing, HR, Research Development & Technology, Manufacturing, Process Control & Automation, Product & Market Development, Metallurgy & Process Technology.

Application Procedure

FAQs

Q. What happens at the assessment centre?

A. The assessment centre is competency based and comprises three main exercises:

Presentation
Interview
Group Exercise

Each candidate will also have the opportunity to met recent graduates to find out more about working for Corus. The assessment centre lasts a full day.

Q. Where can I find out more information about the graduate Programme?

A. www.corusgroupcareers.com Corus is currently visiting university campuses across the UK, for dates see the website. To request a graduate brochure email recruitment@corusgroup.com

Q. What can I expect to be doing when I join as a graduate?

A. Graduates usually rotate jobs within their chosen function every 6-12 months to gain a broad grounding in their chosen field. Most Graduates settle into an ongoing role after 18-months / 2 years. Each graduate will be given a personal training Programme, this will combine formal training courses with ‘on the job’ training depending on the needs of the individual and the needs of the business. All graduates will be given the opportunity to be sponsored to gain Chartership relevant to their function (e.g. IMechE, IET, IOM3, CIPD, CIMA). Graduates will be given a mentor to help him or her succeed in their chosen field.

Q. Where will I be based geographically? / Will I need to move around geographically?

A. We are recruiting to fill positions throughout the UK. The majority of the vacancies will be in S.Wales (Port Talbot or Llanwern (Newport) or NE England (Scunthorpe / Teesside / Rotherham), however other UK locations also have vacancies. It is usual to stay in your first location (within a 20-30 mile radius) for at least two years whilst you are still training, however you may request to move at any point during your career. Graduates wishing to work overseas may request this after they have started work.

Q. Corus/Tata what will the impact be?

A. Business as usual - there are no plans to reduce headcount and we are currently recruiting experienced people as well as running the trainee programmes as usual. Tata have made some encouraging commitments regarding paying money into the pension fund. As with any business, it is not possible to predict what may or may not happen in the future. Corus / Tata integration is well underway, senior management are keen to create a global culture of sharing and learning. There will be a small number of international secondment positions available in India for graduates wishing to experience life overseas.