GKN Aerospace

For more than 100 years, we've been helping shape the future of flight. Today, more than 16,000 colleagues work across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, designing and manufacturing advanced aerospace technologies that support many of the world's leading aircraft and engine manufacturers. From the UK, the Netherlands and Sweden to the US, Mexico and beyond, our innovations help improve the performance of more than 100,000 flights every day while supporting a more sustainable future for aerospace.

At GKN Aerospace, you'll be part of a global team that's passionate about solving challenges, driving innovation and shaping what's next. Whether your interests lie in engineering, manufacturing, operations, digital, supply chain, finance, quality, HR or beyond, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experts, build valuable skills and contribute to meaningful work from day one.

You'll find an environment that encourages curiosity, values fresh ideas and supports your development at every stage. Working alongside colleagues from different backgrounds, disciplines and countries, you'll gain new perspectives, build lasting connections and discover opportunities you may never have expected.

As you grow, you'll have the freedom to explore different career paths and the support to turn your ambitions into reality. From developing technical expertise to building leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, you'll be encouraged to keep learning and keep challenging yourself.

You'll be trusted with real responsibility and given the opportunity to contribute to projects that help make flight safer, cleaner and more efficient. Every role plays a part in something bigger, and every contribution helps us move the aerospace industry forward.

At GKN Aerospace, we're a global family working in supportive local teams to transform aerospace together. You'll be part of a culture built on respect and care, openness and honesty, innovation, ownership and above all, safety. With opportunities to learn, develop and thrive throughout your career, you'll have the support and encouragement to build a future you can be proud of.

Early Careers at GKN Aerospace

Our Apprenticeships, Internships and Graduate Programme give you the tools and opportunities to shape the future of an entire industry.

Apprenticeships

As an apprentice, you’ll enjoy a range of different experiences across our aerospace business, gaining practical, hands‑on experience and learning from experts who help design, build and support world‑leading aircraft components.​ It’s about developing your technical skills and helping you grow as a person.​

You’ll be a valued part of a team that champions your ideas, your development and your future. You'll join a community that welcomes, supports and encourages you from day one. You'll build skills alongside people who are passionate about what they do and always willing to share their knowledge, from engineers shaping the next generation of aerospace technology to specialists who keep complex programmes moving.

Your journey as an apprentice is structured around giving you a fantastic range of opportunities to accelerate your growth and shape your future.​ You'll develop your confidence as a problem-solver, someone who can face challenges and contribute as a valued member of a diverse team. Most of all, it's about equipping you with skills that stay with you long after your apprenticeship ends. By embracing every opportunity we offer, you'll feel the excitement of launching a career you can be genuinely proud of.​

Internships

As an intern at GKN Aerospace, you'll become part of a global team helping to shape the future of flight. From day one, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that support some of the world's leading aerospace programmes, bringing fresh perspectives while developing valuable skills alongside experienced industry professionals.

Whether you're based in Engineering, Manufacturing, HR, Operations, or another part of the business, you'll gain hands-on experience in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. With opportunities across our international network of 32 manufacturing locations, internships can range from a few weeks to a year, providing exposure to cutting-edge technologies, real-world challenges, and the people driving innovation across the aerospace industry.

Along the way, you'll build your professional network, learn from experts and mentors, and gain insight into the exciting career opportunities available at GKN Aerospace, helping you take the next step towards a rewarding future in aerospace.

Global Graduate Programme

As a graduate, you’ll be part of a global community, with access to an unrivalled variety of products, technology and systems. What’s more, your two-year tailored inclusive program includes both on-the-job and learning and development opportunities. In an inclusive and diverse environment where you’ll always feel welcome, you’ll have access to a network of 16,000 international colleagues and the ongoing support of dedicated managers and mentors. As well as working with a wide range of leading aerospace companies, we drive innovation in partnership with universities, governments, research bodies and organisations such as the European Space Agency and McLaren. This gives you the chance to forge global friendships and networks, develop cutting-edge skills and genuinely contribute to a range of incredibly exciting projects as your career takes flight.