Plant Production Support Placement (12.5 months)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Broughton, North Wales, invites undergraduates to apply for a 12.5‑month internship starting 16 August 2027. The role sits in Plant Production Support, offering exposure to Capex projects, budget reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.

Flexible/hybrid working options apply, with 35 hours per week and 25 days holiday plus holidays. The position targets students studying Business Management, Finance or Accounting, with strong communication and presentation

Qualifications

• Studying towards a degree in Business Management, Finance, or Accounting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collate robust and informative presentations.
• Confidence to chair key sessions and present accordingly.
• Strong interest in personal development and learning.
• Desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

Responsibilities

• Support multi-functional reviews, capturing ideas from originators.
• Assist project leaders to develop ideas and implement improvements.
• Support Capex submissions to fund new initiatives and ideas.
• Chair monthly budget reviews with plant representatives and stakeholders.
• Use digital solutions to improve ways of working.

Skills

Communication

Verbal & written

Presentation

Chair sessions

Self-development

Open environment

Education

Bachelor/degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location: Broughton, North Wales

Duration : 12.5 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: £24,246

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

About us:

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Plant Production Support team at Airbus Broughton.

Plant Production Support team is a team heavily involved in supporting the short and long term strategy of the plant. Our team is always at the forefront of promoting innovation and continuous improvement through forums and key project reviews.

We also act as the conscience of the plant by providing a monthly summary report of the business performance across a targeted balance score card. Our team is also responsible for the allocation of Capex funding which is utilised to fund new and exciting projects to drive our company into the future.

What you will be doing:

As a member of the team you will develop essential skills in organisation and communication. You will build a network of key stakeholders in the business across a variety of operational areas and support functions.

Key specific tasks in the role will include:

• Support multi-functional reviews, where you will hear new and innovative ideas directly from the originator;
• Supporting project leaders to facilitate the growth and development of these ideas;
• Supporting Capex submissions process through application of funding to back new and innovative ideas;
• Chair monthly budget compliant reviews with the plant representatives and key stakeholders to monitor businesses performance across a wide portfolio of projects.
• Using digital solutions to enhance ways of working.

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.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and competences:

• Studying towards a degree in Business Management, Finance, or Accounting;
• The ability to communicate effectively;
• The ability to collate robust and informative presentations;
• The confidence to chair key sessions and present accordingly;
• A strong interest in self-development;
• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment.

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.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student

Job Family:
Improvement & Performance Management

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