Work Experience

Job Description

Description

06 – 09 July 2026

Aged 16-18 years and interested in engineering?

Apply for an Engineering Work Experience Placement at our Maritime and Land Defence Solutions, Glascoed site. Get real-world experience working as a BAE Systems engineer, plus insights into our business and cutting-edge projects.

This work experience placement is offered within the BAE Systems Maritime and Land Defence Solutions business unit. From our Munitions site in Glascoed, we are proud to support the Armed Forces in global operations. BAE Systems Maritime and Land Defence solutions designs, manufactures and supports combat vehicles, precision munitions, artillery systems and missile launchers.

During your placement you’ll:

Actively participate in practical fabrication, electrical and mechanical sessions, led by our experienced colleagues and supported by our current Apprentices.
Hear about the work we do from engineers and other colleagues from across the business.
Contribute to planning and delivery of a group presentation project, on a subject relevant to our work at BAE Systems.
Take part in ice-breaking and team building activities.
Explore our world-leading products through facility tours. Learn about our early careers programmes for school, college and university leavers.

On successful completion of the placement, you’ll also gain a Silver Industrial Cadets Award.

Applications to close approximately 8 weeks before the programme begins. However, they may close earlier if high volumes of applications are received – we recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

Qualification requirements

This programme is for those 16 – 18 and in Year 12 or 13

Start date: 06 July 2026