Key Takeaways
- 12.5-month paid internship at Airbus Filton Plant, Bristol.
- Earn £24,246 per year for a 35-hour week with hybrid options and half-day Fridays.
- Support operations and project management, focusing on production efficiency and digitalisation.
- Must be an undergraduate studying Business, Engineering, or a Technical field.
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12.5-month full-time internship at Airbus Filton Plant in Bristol, starting on 16 August 2027.
About the Team
The Operations team at Airbus Filton Plant is responsible for the manufacture and assembly of the A400M Wing, the A350 Equipped Gear Beam, and operations within the Wing Technology Development Centre. The team's purpose is to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality production.
What You Will Be Doing
As an Operations Intern, you will support the head of production in delivering key initiatives. This involves collaborating with shopfloor leaders and support functions to enhance the plant's operational performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operational Support: Assisting with daily shop floor activities, managing rate changes, and supporting operator involvement schemes.
- Project Management: Collaborating with cross-functional teams (procurement, logistics, quality, design) to improve production efficiencies.
- Health, Safety & Environment: Supporting shop floor managers with safety projects and routines, and assisting controllers in documenting HSE improvement initiatives.
- Performance Improvement: Helping operations integration managers identify performance trends and supporting the delivery of improvement plans focused on safety and quality.
- Digitalisation: Supporting the rollout of digital tracking tools for manufacturing processes to enhance workforce digital skills.
Requirements
- This placement is open to Undergraduates only. You must be an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.
- You should be studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, a Technical field, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to collate robust and informative presentations.
- Confidence to lead key sessions and present findings.
- An interest in coding and digital tools.
- A strong interest in self-development.
- A desire to work in an open and trusting environment.
Benefits
- Salary: £24,246 per year
- Hours: 35 hours per week
- Working Hours: Flexible working hours
- Work Location: Hybrid working options available depending on the role
- Working Pattern: Half day Fridays
- Holiday: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Security Clearance
You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. Depending on the role, you may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control.
Application Process
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
- Your application must include a CV and a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
- You can apply for multiple positions but can only progress in the selection process for one at a time.
- Please inform your graduation date on your application.