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Work Experience Placement - Glasgow Engineering (January - March 2025)

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Glasgow

Requirements

  • Professional and positive attitude
  • Passionate about engineering, the airline and our business
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong organisation and prioritization
  • Year 10/S4 or above
  • Have a valid passport
  • In full time education in school or college (not university)

Responsibilities

  • - Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks on all areas of the aircraft
  • - Get involved within all departments to give you a taste of what it is like to work in Engineering for a global airline

FAQs

What is the duration of the Work Experience Placement?

The duration of the Work Experience Placement is 5 days.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located at British Airways Maintenance Glasgow.

When is the application closing date?

The application closing date is 25th September 2024.

What are the available placement dates?

The placements are available between January and March 2025.

Who is eligible to apply for the Work Experience Placement?

To apply, you must be in Year 10/S4 or above, have a valid passport, and be in full-time education at school or college (not university).

Do I need to travel for the placement?

Yes, you must be willing to travel to Glasgow for the duration of your in-person placement.

Is there an application process?

Yes, there is a recruitment process that involves registering on the student platform Speedbird-Z, completing an introductory task, and applying via the British Airways careers website.

Do I need to submit a project as part of my application?

Yes, you must upload your project from the 'Intro to…' task on Speedbird-Z as part of your application under the 'supporting files' tab.

Can I apply for multiple work experience placements?

No, you can only apply for one programme, so choose the area you are most excited to learn more about.

Is there any consent required from my school?

Yes, if you are successful in your application, you will be required to provide a school consent letter to permit your absence from school/college.

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At British Airways, we take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. Now, we’re looking to build on this spirit and passion to make tomorrow even better. If you’re made the same way as us, discover how great it feels to connect Britain with the world, and the world with Britain like no one else.

Benefits

  • Discounted travel

    Heavily discounted air travel for yourself, friends and family accompanied with a generous annual leave entitlement or 26 days to turn your bucket list into reality.

  • Champion Sustainability

    Play a part in driving our sustainability agenda through fundraising for charity partners, volunteering for charities or championing our colleague diversity networks.

  • Become an ambassador

    Access our Graduate and Apprentice Networks to learn from current and former colleagues on our schemes, and volunteer to inspire the next generation to consider an aviation career.