Apprentice - Business
British AirwaysExpected closing date: Thursday, 19 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Undertake a three-year Business Administration apprenticeship at British Airways.
- Gain exposure to various business areas and specialise in fields like Project Management, Data, or Marketing.
- Earn a starting salary of £19,906 per year, with potential increases after the first year.
- Applications close on 19th November 2026, with a September 2027 start date.
About the Role
The Programme
This three-year apprenticeship programme provides a broad understanding of British Airways through placements in operational and Head Office environments. You will develop business knowledge, stakeholder management skills, and an understanding of how different departments collaborate.
Alongside placements, you will study towards a Business Administration qualification. After Year 1, your strengths and development interests will be assessed to identify a specialist pathway.
In Years 2 and 3, you will be matched to a specialist business area and apprenticeship qualification aligned to future capability needs. Potential specialist pathways include Project Management, Data, People, Learning and Development, Marketing, and Continuous Improvement. This offers an opportunity to develop deeper expertise, build professional networks, and gain valuable experience supporting key business priorities.
About You
We are looking for a strong communicator who is organised, intuitive, and adaptable to change, with strong self-motivation. English and Maths GCSE at grade 9-4 (A*-C) is desirable but not crucial.
Benefits
- Increase in salary after completing the first year, if in line with development objectives.
- Membership in the apprentice network and community, with opportunities to engage with apprentices from all schemes and learn from former apprentices.
- Involvement in sustainability initiatives and championing community groups such as LGBTQ+ 'Flying Proud' and ethnic minority network 'BeMe'.
- Participation in Community Investment programmes, including fundraising challenges for partner charities.
- Volunteering in schools and colleges to inspire and mentor students.
- Access to heavily discounted flights.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
Further Information & Next Steps
- All sections of your application, including online tests, must be completed by the deadline.
- You may only apply for one apprenticeship programme. Your first application will be considered.
- Successful initial applicants will be invited to complete a short video interview within a given timeframe.
- Failure to submit by the deadline will result in automatic withdrawal.
Timelines
- Step 1: Click apply to visit our Discover & Prep hub and complete a Pre-Application Task.
- Step 2: Begin your application after completing the Discover & Prep hub activities.
- Step 3: Complete online assessments after submitting your application.
- Step 4: Successful candidates will be invited to a Video Interview in November.
- Step 5: Final stage candidates will be invited to an Assessment Centre at Waterside in January/February 2027.