Aerospace Sustainability Intern – Year in Industry

Gkn Aerospace; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

25 days holiday

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol is a flagship aerospace R&D hub that brings together engineers, researchers and partners to develop next‑gen aircraft technologies and sustainable aviation solutions. We are currently offering year‑in‑industry placements at our Bristol GTC for 2027/28.

As a Year in Industry student, you’ll work on real projects contributing to the future of aerospace, gain hands‑on experience, and receive support from industry experts to accelerate your career.

Qualifications

• Must be studying an undergraduate degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or materials science.
• Enthusiasm for sustainability linked with aerospace or space science.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of sustainability projects aimed at improving energy efficiency and resource efficiency.
• Conduct research and analysis on new technologies and practices that can enhance sustainability efforts.
• Support tracking and reporting on progress of sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with various departments to integrate energy and resource efficiency practices into operations.
• Assist in execution of test plans and support the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) process.
• Participate in meetings and contribute ideas to drive continuous improvement in sustainability.
• Support project management systems (e.g., updates of project plans).

Skills

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in Aerospace engineering

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical engineering

Undergraduate degree in Materials Science

Job description

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol is a flagship aerospace R&D hub that brings together engineers, researchers and partners to develop next‑gen aircraft technologies and sustainable aviation solutions. We are currently offering year‑in‑industry placements at our Bristol GTC for 2027/28.

As a Year in Industry student, you’ll work on real projects contributing to the future of aerospace, gain hands‑on experience, and receive support from industry experts to accelerate your career.