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Airbus

Site Operations Placement (12 months)

Salary:  £24,500 per annum
Location:  Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Location flexibility:  1 office day / week, 2 office days / week, 3 office days / week, 4 office days / week
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Job Description

Job Description:

Start date: 19 July 2027

Location: Portsmouth

Duration: 12 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.

AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/faqs#using-ai-in-your-application .

Benefits:

Salary: £24,500

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

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us:

Welcome to Airbus Defence and Space in Portsmouth-the beating heart of satellite design, manufacturing, and cutting-edge space technology! Join us for an extraordinary 12-month placement where your contributions directly shape the future of space exploration and satellite communications.

  • Drive Impactful Projects : Partner directly with an energetic Site Operations Manager to deliver high-visibility operational initiatives.
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Cycle to work scheme
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On-site gym
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Referral bonus
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  • Thrive in a Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative setting where every milestone brings us closer to world-class achievements.
  • What makes this placement unique?

    • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration : Learn alongside a diverse group of experts, combining different skill sets and experiences to solve complex operational challenges.
    • Modern Toolset & Skills Mastery: Expand your technical capabilities across industry-leading tools including Google Suite, Canva, AI applications, and internal communications platforms like BrightSign.
    • High-Value Networking: Build lasting professional connections by engaging with key internal and external stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

    What you will be doing:

    This placement is all about the “Agile” working-mode, no day will be the same. Your will be involved on supporting and delivering on projects covering a multitude of areas, like:

    • Site tasks;
    • Employee initiatives;
    • Local Community Engagement;
    • Transformation projects;
    • Health & Safety;
    • VIP events;
    • Space Management;
    • Project support and much more.

    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 demonstrate the following:

    • Currently studying towards a degree in Business Management or a related field that includes Operations, Business Administration, Strategy, or Communications.
    • IT literate with a familiarity with digital content and tools.
    • Thriving in collaborative environments while remaining highly capable of working independently.
    • Confident communicating with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

    This Job Request will be allocated to the projected Joint-Venture scope towards a leading European player in space.

    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.

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    Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

    #UK_PLA

    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 Defence and Space Limited

    Employment Type:
    Internship
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    Experience Level:
    Student

    Job Family:
    Support to Management

    By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
    Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

    At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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