Finding reliable entry-level technicians and mechanics is one of the biggest challenges workshops and dealerships face today. With industry-wide skills shortages and rising recruitment fees, traditional hiring does not always guarantee a reliable, motivated fit.
That is where hosting a student work placement bridges the gap.
As part of their Motor Vehicle Study Programme at MITSkills, learners complete practical work placements alongside their college training. These students bring foundational mechanical knowledge from day one. Students will develop essential practical skills in health and safety, using everyday tools and equipment, maintaining wheels and tyres, and servicing lubrication systems, along with gaining Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness.
What this means for your business:
- See firsthand how an individual handles tools, follows workshop instructions, and works with your technicians—without any wage obligations or upfront contracts.
- Placement students frequently transition directly onto full-time apprenticeships roles, cutting your recruitment and onboarding time dramatically.
- Our team handles the compliance, risk assessments, and safeguarding sign-offs, keeping disruption to your daily workshop schedule minimal.
Whether a placement runs on weekly day-release or as a focused block, hosting an ambitious motor vehicle student adds an extra pair of hands to your workshop while helping build your future team.
Interested in hosting a learner? Get in touch with our employer partnerships team today to discuss dates and requirements.