Undergraduate Strategy & Research Student

Company Description

Bosch’s comprehensive yet personalised undergraduate student program is the perfect way to launch your career! In this paid position, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with industry professionals in a vibrant, fast-paced environment for 12 months, possibly longer. Working collaboratively within your team, with your own tasks and responsibilities you will experience working life in a supportive environment. Bosch students are not only valued but also play a vital role in the company’s success. As one of over 80 fellow students, if you’re successful in your application, you’ll be encouraged to explore exciting opportunities across the various elements of our business.

With its more than 470 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been carbon neutral overall (scopes 1 & 2 of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard) since 2020. This is achieved with four levers: improving energy efficiency, generating energy from renewable sources, purchasing green electricity, and offsetting residual CO₂ emissions with carbon credits. Visit sustainability.bosch.com for further information on the Bosch Group’s sustainability strategy.

Business Development (BUD) group is responsible for providing strategic analytical advice regarding business development in Oceania. The Business Development team formulate and implement new business strategies including government initiatives and potential investment opportunities for portfolio growth to benefit the Bosch group.Business Development (BUD) group is responsible for providing strategic analytical advice regarding business development in Oceania. The Business Development team formulate and implement new business strategies including government initiatives and potential investment opportunities for portfolio growth to benefit the Bosch group.

Job Description

Robert Bosch (Australia) is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Undergraduate Strategy and Research Student to join our Business Development team on a part-time basis for 12-15 months commencing September 2026.

You will gain valuable experience and knowledge as an integral part of our team. Some of the tasks that you will undertake with us include: 

• Conducting desk research into business fields of interest to the Bosch strategy (e.g. Energy, H2, CCS, Medtech etc.)
• Supporting the promotional and marketing activities to raise awareness of Bosch's new & emerging technological capabilities and offerings in the AU & NZ markets.
• Attending industry events and conducting interviews with potential partners, dealers, stakeholders and industry participants

You will find opportunities to develop your expertise and broaden your tertiary studies. A strong support network will smooth your entry into working life: your supervisor and other team members will be there to help you succeed!

Qualifications

To be considered for our Student Program, you are required to meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled in and have completed a minimum of 2 years towards a Business/Commerce/Law/Analytics Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 12-months remaining
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal including a strong focus on customer and stakeholder relationships
• Excellent attention to detail and critical analysis skills
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work well within a team
• Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders, including senior team members, while also working effectively individually
• Have a strong interest in innovation and open to opportunities to combine your studies with on-the-job learning

Additional Information

Undergraduate Program Benefits Include:

• 12 month paid placements with potential for further opportunities to extend
• Flexibility around your study commitments or alternatively we welcome you full-time
• Participation in our Students@Bosch Program, which includes work and social activities, which are designed to encourage and support your career
• Opportunities to develop and grow your skills in tandem with your tertiary studies within a multinational corporate environment
• Work on exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology
• Cross functional opportunities
• A diverse and broad student placement
• Formalised training and ongoing support as introduction into the workplace

If you are an enthusiastic, energetic person who is passionate about working for an organisation where you can grow, develop and put your studies into real world practice, we would love to hear from you.

What BOSCH Can Offer You

As a values-based organisation, we foster and engage a high-performing culture, and value and promote a diverse workforce, supporting equal opportunities for all of our employees. Bosch provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and develop skills while working in a professional environment of a large, progressive multinational organisation, championing quality and innovation.

As an employer, we offer you:

• Attractive remuneration and conditions
• A staff discount on company products
• On site car parking
• An internal network of students, to support your placement and learning
• Access to an Employee Volunteering Program

Applying for this vacancy

We are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and diverse workforce in all its forms.  We value diversity in our organisation and in our recruitment activities and believe that every voice adds value. We actively pursue a recruiting strategy that works towards eliminating unconscious bias.

If this role interests you and you are excited to work with Bosch, send in your application and include your Cover Letter, Resume and Academic Transcript in one single document (PDF or Word) outlining how you meet the requirements of the position.

Please note: You need to be an Australian citizen or hold appropriate Australian work rights to apply for this role.