Performance Improvement Intern | Data & Lean Projects

Airbus; Stoke Gifford; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

Airbus Filton is offering an internship in Business Operations, Performance Improvement, open to undergraduates for 12.5 months starting 16 August 2027. You will analyse the plant’s performance, support innovative projects to drive efficiency, and help reduce Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and environmental impact.

You will build dashboards, support regular reporting, manage improvement projects, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to drive

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student for the full duration of the placement.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Interest in coding and digital tools.
• Ability to work in a team and take initiative.
• Eagerness for self-development and learning.
• Comfortable sharing and leading sessions when appropriate.
• Desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

Responsibilities

• Performance Dashboard Creation: Developing and maintaining dashboards using data analytics to track key operational metrics.
• Business Reporting Support: Assisting the team with regular business reporting requirements and data analysis.
• Improvement Project Management: Leading or supporting ad-hoc improvement projects within the plant environment.
• Daily Operational Support: Working directly with the Business Improvement Manager to support daily activities and departmental efficiency.
• Efficiency & Analytics: Analysing data to create business cases regarding AHPS (Attendance Hours Per Ship) reduction and cost savings.
• Digital toolset Deployment: Assisting with the development and rollout of digital tools on the shop floor to improve data reporting and risk capture.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engaging with teams across Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to drive improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Dashboards

Communication

Presentations

Coding & digital tools

Self-development

Open environment

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, or technical field

Job description

Airbus Filton is offering an internship in Business Operations, Performance Improvement, open to undergraduates for 12.5 months starting 16 August 2027. You will analyse the plant’s performance, support innovative projects to drive efficiency, and help reduce Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and environmental impact.

You will build dashboards, support regular reporting, manage improvement projects, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations and Finance to drive