Operational Marketing Assistant Placement (12 months)

Airbus; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited offers an internship in Marketing in Stevenage. You will help create marketing materials, assist in organising events, and contribute to content and lead management during a 12-month placement.

The role requires an undergraduate in Marketing with an interest in space technology. You will join a small team that collaborates with designers and agencies to craft campaigns and immersive experiences, with hybrid working options and a competitive stipend.

Qualifications

• Undergraduates only for the whole duration of the placement.
• CV and a Cover Letter must be included with the application.
• Studying towards Business with a major in Marketing.
• Interest in Space technology or defence/space subjects.
• Curiosity and creativity; strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update marketing materials (videos, brochures, visuals) with external agencies.
• Design promotional items and help organise events.
• Support event organisation activities.
• Write articles in English with SEO keyword optimization.
• Optimize visuals to boost engagement on campaigns.
• Assist with lead management on the company website.

Skills

Undergraduate student

Marketing focus

Space/defence interest

Curiosity & creativity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Business with Marketing major

Job description

Job Description

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Stevenage

Duration: 12 months

Applications close on 25 October 2026!

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

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Benefits

Salary: £24,500

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us

Join an energetic, 10-person Marketing team at the cutting edge of Airbus Defence and Space. We’re not just planning events; we’re creating immersive experiences that bring our most ambitious innovations and complex projects to life for our customers. You will play a pivotal role, collaborating with top-tier graphic designers and creative agencies to craft compelling content and high-impact campaigns that amplify our story. If you’re ready to influence how we showcase our future, this is your opportunity.

What you will be doing

Under the guidance of your tutor, you will develop your skills by working on the following activities:

• Creating and updating marketing materials (videos, brochures, visuals) in collaboration with external agencies;
• Designing promotional items (goodies) and organizing events;
• Event organization support;
• Writing articles in English, including keyword optimization for Google SEO;
• Optimizing visuals to increase engagement and attractiveness;
• Contributing to lead management on the company website;
• Updating and maintaining website content.

Requirements

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only . Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards Business with a major in Marketing;
• Interest in Space technology, or defence and space subjects;
• Curiosity and creativity;
• Strong interpersonal skills.

This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

Contact

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Company

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type

Internship

Experience Level

Student

Job Family

Sales, Marketing & Commercial Contracts

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