Technology Intern - Digital And Simulation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre, Bristol, is inviting applications for a 12-month Year in Industry placement. You will work on real projects within the Digital & Simulation cluster, developing digital and AI processes to support next-generation aircraft manufacturing.

The role offers hands-on experience, industry expert support, and cross-functional collaboration across sites. The placement starts August/September 2027, with a starting salary of £24,500 plus a £500 bonus and a generous

Qualifications

• Must be studying towards an undergraduate degree in any computer science related discipline.
• Experience with writing code.

Responsibilities

• Develop digital and AI processes to support the manufacturing of the next generation of aircraft.
• Spend the majority of time at the GTK Digital & Simulation team facilities in Bristol.
• Contribute to factory data handling, analytics and AI technologies to improve manufacturing and business processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across sites in the UK and internationally.

Skills

Coding experience

English communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in computer science or related discipline

Job description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre in Bristol is the company's flagship aerospace research and development hub, bringing together engineers, researchers and industry partners to develop next-generation aircraft technologies, advanced manufacturing processes and sustainable aviation solutions. It plays a key role in innovations such as lightweight composite structures, electrification, hydrogen-powered flight technologies and the decarbonisation of aerospace.

We are currently hiring for several years in industry internship opportunities at our Bristol GTC.

As a Year in Industry student, you'll have the opportunity to work on real projects that contribute to the future of aerospace. You'll gain hands‑on experience, receive support from industry experts, and develop valuable skills that will accelerate your career. Our interns make a genuine impact from day one and are trusted to contribute to meaningful work across the business.

Location: GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre, Bristol, UK.
Contract: 12-month industrial placement.
Start Date: August/September 2027.

What You'll Be Doing

Placements in the GKN digital and simulation technology cluster are available for enthusiastic candidates seeking to develop knowledge and skill in developing new digital and AI processes to support the manufacturing of the next generation of aircraft.

Typically we evaluate and develop digital technologies such as factory simulation, machine data handling and analytics and AI technologies to improve our manufacturing and business processes. We deliver these technologies across GKN sites, both nationally and internationally.

You will spend the bulk of your time at our GTC where we have the facility to develop digital technologies within our test environment prior to roll out to the wider GKN community.

• Support the development of mature technology for GKN factory applications and industrial roll out of i4.0 technologies
• Support processes for the implementation of AI technologies into our manufacturing processes.
• Support the connectivity for factory IIOT devices
• Standardise cyber security of devices
• Support in developing standards (shop floor devices & equipment)
• Investigate data opportunities for automation and robotics.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for you to bring your best self, we believe we can add the most as an individual while being our true selves.

Knowledge and Education

• Must be studying towards an undergraduate degree in any computer science related discipline.
• Experience with writing code.

Functional Behaviours & Capabilities

• Eager to learn new technical skillsets.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
• Written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Attention to detail.

Desirable

• Understanding of aerospace engineering and technology systems.
• An understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes.

What We'll Offer

We have an opportunity available for aspiring engineers to join our Digital & Simulation team on a year-long placement for academic year 26/27. The expected start date is the middle of August/September 2027.

Here’s what to look forward to when you join us:

• A starting salary of £24,500, plus a starting bonus of £500 and generous benefits package.
• A welcoming year in industry intern community.
• Opportunities for international exposure and collaboration.
• Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at early on a Friday.
• Hybrid working.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• An industry leading pension scheme; 1.5 x employee contribution (max 12%).
• 8x salary life assurance scheme.
• Income protection.
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

Kick-start your career in aerospace and become part of GKN’s team.

What To Expect in The Selection Process

Through this process we try to utilise humans in the process as much as we can. Here’s what to expect:

1. Apply online by completing our application form, including a few pre-screening questions. (closing date is Sunday 22nd November).

2. The successful candidates will take part in an online assessment if you meet the initial eligibility criteria. Once you've been sent the link you will have 2 weeks to complete the assessment.

3. Dependent on volume of applications we may ask you to complete a one-way video interview on VidCruiter.

4. Join us at our Assessment Centre at the Global Technology Centre in Bristol, to be held on 2nd or 3rd of February 2027. This is where you will get the chance to showcase your skills and potential.

5. Begin your journey with us in August/September 2027, as part of our Global Technology Centre Year in Industry Intern Programme.

*Please note that GKN Aerospace reserves the right to change this process if we feel it will benefit our hiring process. This will be communicated to any relevant candidates as necessary.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

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