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Your Role

Located in North Wales, Airbus in Broughton is responsible for assembling wings for the entire family of Airbus commercial aircraft which includes the A320 Family, A330 Family and the A350 XWB. The wings are one of the most technically complex parts of the aircraft. They define the overall aerodynamic performance and are particularly important for securing excellent eco-efficient solutions.

A placement is available in the Enablement and Project Support team where the candidate will be working in challenging, dynamic and multifunctional teams. They are a team within the Internal Supply and Support Business (ISS) department, which is responsible for panel machining, treatments and also stringer machining and treatments. They take the raw aluminum billets and produce wing panels. All these components are built at the very beginning of the manufacturing process. The internship will give a unique insight into this area that could be potential career paths within Airbus. The program is designed so that the candidate gets to experience the enablement of the manufacturing process as well as planning for future rate ramp-ups, they will also gain project skills along with knowledge of the industry and operational exposure. 

As an intern in the Enablement and Project Support team, the candidate will:

• Support the lineside enablement teams working closely with the operational team to gain experience of processes and procedures to support in wing manufacture;
• Support the ISS business by attending high level reviews and producing progress reports, key performance indicators and delivery measures, and looking for continuous improvements;
• Provide support to the ISS management team leaders;
• Take on improvement projects which will involve end to end project management and to prove demonstrated benefits;
• Analyze data to find opportunities for improvements and development;
• Work on building a robust risk and opportunity tracker/process support with build rate increase with looking to make sure headcount is secured, assets are capable and future proofing the performance, digitally enhance processes and help to create a 10 year vision for the department;
• Spend a day in the life of senior leaders in the business.

About You

The company’s placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore, it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. The candidate should indicate their graduation date on their application.

Please ensure you include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a degree in Business, or equivalent; 
• Drive to not only support the operational business in the daily activities but to also have an eye for opportunities and potential risks;
• Confidence to work in a demanding operational environment;
• Can demonstrate good communication skills;
• Ability to undertake stakeholder management;
• Knowledge of Google tools;
• Motivation and enthusiasm, while always looking for opportunities;
• Organisation and proactivity.

Security Clearance:

• Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check). 

Compensation & Benefits

Airbus offers a range of generous remuneration and benefit schemes tailored for all its employees around the world. This includes:

• Salary of £21,900
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Half day Fridays
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Health and wellness programmes
• Employee development and training opportunities
• And many more depending on where you are located

Training & Development

The candidate will join the ADA Business Operations team at Filton and be responsible for the development and support of Airframe-related Process, Methods, and Tools activities related to digital solutions for the Airframe community that are in-service, under development, and planned for the future. This will involve extensive collaboration with the wider Airbus community.

Career Progression

The placements give the candidates crucial industry experience whilst allowing them to put their theoretical knowledge into practice. By making the most of the skills and experience they gain, they can improve their chances of landing their ideal job in the global graduate programme.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns/uk-industry-placement
• airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns
• airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates
• airbus.com/en/careers
• youtube.com/@airbus