Enablement & Project Support Placement (12.5… at Airbus · Broughton

Enablement & Project Support Placement (12.5 months)

Location: Broughton

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location: Broughton, North Wales

Duration: 12.5 months

Applications close on 25 October 2026!

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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:

Located in North Wales, Airbus in Broughton is responsible for assembling wings for the entire family of Airbus commercial aircraft which includes the A320 Family, A330 Family and the A350 XWB. The wings are one of the most technically complex parts of the aircraft. They define the overall aerodynamic performance and are particularly important for securing excellent eco-efficient solutions.

For this internship you will be part of the Supply and Support business (ISS) where you will be working in challenging, dynamic and multifunctional teams. We are the department responsible for panel machining, treatments and also stringer machining and treatments. We take the raw aluminium billets and produce wing panels. All these components are built at the very beginning of the manufacturing process.

The internship will give a unique insight into this area that could be potential career paths within Airbus. The program is designed so that you get to experience the enablement of the manufacturing process as well as planning for future rate ramp ups, you will also gain project skills along with knowledge around the industry and operational exposure.

What you will be doing:

Key activities include:

• Support the lineside enablement teams working closely with the operational team to gain experience of processes and procedures to support in wing manufacture.
• Supporting the ISS business by attending high level reviews and producing progress reports, key performance indicators and delivery measures, and looking for continuous improvements.
• Provide support to the ISS management team leaders
• To take on improvement projects which will involve end to end project management and to prove demonstrated benefits.
• To take data and analyze to find opportunities for improvements and development.
• Work on building a robust risk and opportunity tracker/process Support with build rate increase with looking to make sure headcount is secured, assets are capable and future proofing the performance, digitally enhance processes and help to create a 10 year vision for the department.
• Spend a day in the life of senior leaders in the business.

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.*

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a relevant Business or related degree;
• Have the drive to not only support the operational business in the daily activities but to also have an eye for opportunities and potential risks;
• Are confident to work in a demanding operational environment;
• Can demonstrate good communication skills;
• Are able to undertake stakeholder management;
• Have knowledge of Google tools;
• Are motivated and enthusiastic always looking for opportunities;
• Are organised and proactive.

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 Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Internship

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Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Programme & Project Management <JF-PP-PM>

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