Work Experience Insight Day - Sustainability September to December 2025

British Airways; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites students to participate in a Work Experience Insight Day focused on sustainability. This unique opportunity allows you to explore the aviation industry, engage in interactive activities, and hear from professionals about their sustainability efforts. With a focus on potential and attitude rather than experience, this program aims to inspire the next generation of talent. Join us for a day filled with learning, networking, and a taste of what it's like to work in a global airline's sustainability team. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the aviation sector!

Qualifications

• Looking for candidates with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for the aviation industry.
• No prior experience required, just a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Participate in activities, Q&A panels, and workshops related to sustainability.
• Gain insight into the operations of a global airline.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Enthusiasm for the Industry

Education

School or College Student

Job description

Work Experience Insight Day - Sustainability

Date: Friday 12th September 2025

Location: Waterside Head Office, London Heathrow

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 29th April 2025

The Programme

We are happy to introduce Work Experience Insight Days at British Airways. This is a one-day Work Experience, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent – that’s you! - by giving you a taste of work and the aviation industry.

What does a Work Experience Insight Day at British Airways look like?

Our Work Experience Insight Days are a way for students to gain first-hand experience of working for British Airways. The day will include activities, Q&A panels, workshops, tours, guest speakers, and more!

Our Sustainability Work Experience Insight Day

Our Sustainability team works hard to ensure that sustainability is embedded in our culture, our operation, and our customers’ experience. You can expect to hear from our colleagues about our 'BA Better World' journey and the hard work that goes into ensuring sustainability is embedded into every aspect of our operations. You will also be getting involved in activities to give you a taste of what it is like to work in Sustainability for a global airline.

About You

At British Airways, we look out for your potential and attitude, rather than your experience. We can provide the training and help you develop your skills and knowledge, but you need to have that get-up-and-go, positive attitude that we’re looking for in the airline industry.

Applying for a placement

The British Airways Work Experience Insight Days are aimed at students, either at school or college (not university).

To apply for a Work Experience Insight Day, you must be:

1. Year 9/S3 or above
2. Have a valid passport

Please ensure if you are successful in your application, that you are willing to travel to our Head Office in Heathrow for the Work Experience Insight Day.

Recruitment Process

Step 1: Explore which area of British Airways you’d like to gain an insight into (do your research and speak to our mentors!)

Step 2: Apply via the British Airways careers website – link via Speedbird Z

Step 3: We will review all applications for eligibility, let you know via email if you have been successful, and confirm next steps.

Top Tip - We are looking for candidates who show enthusiasm towards the industry!