Business Performance Placement

Business Performance Placement

Start date: 17 August 2026

Location: Broughton

Duration: 12.5 months

Application: 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.

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Benefits:

Salary: £23,40035 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

Airbus is known for pioneering the future of flight, and our world-class aircraft and products are developed in world-class environments. That’s where we come in. We are offering an internship with the Facilities Management and Real Estate (FMRE) function, the team responsible for managing, maintaining, and improving the entire property portfolio of Airbus.

Based at our Broughton site, you will be part of the Performance Office, the team that supports and steers our FMRE operations across all our divisions (Commercial, Defence & Space, and Helicopters). We handle everything from major construction projects and sustainability initiatives to managing the operational budgets for our sites.

This role offers a unique view into the business and operational core of a leading global company, providing a foundation for your future career.

What you will be doing:

This is a hands-on internship where you will learn by doing and contribute to the success of our function. You will be a valued member of our team, supporting key activities that help us run more effectively. We don’t expect you to know everything on day one, but we are looking for someone with a proactive attitude who is eager to learn and contribute.

• Contribute to Our Core Strategy: Support the team with crucial activities like planning our capital expenditure (CapEx) and preparing for business reviews. You'll gain firsthand experience in the financial and strategic processes that underpin a major corporate function.
• Lead a Focused Improvement Project: You will be given ownership of a manageable improvement project relevant to our team's goals. With our guidance, you'll analyse a process, propose solutions, and implement changes, giving you a tangible achievement to add to your CV.
• Support Our Risk Management Process: Work alongside the team to help identify, track, and manage risks and opportunities across our FMRE function. You'll learn practical skills in risk assessment and mitigation in a real-world business context.
• Collaborate Within Our Global Function: You will work with FMRE colleagues based in different countries, supporting them on various performance topics. This will give you fantastic exposure to the international scope of our operations and help you build your communication skills.

What You Will Gain: A Launchpad for Your Career

We are committed to making this a valuable learning experience:This internship is designed to build your professional confidence and equip you with practical skills for the future.

• Build Foundational Business Skills: Gain practical experience in business performance analysis, financial planning (CapEx), project support, and risk management—all highly transferable skills.
• Professional Development & Mentoring: You will be supported by a dedicated team leader and mentored by experienced professionals who will guide your development and help you navigate your first steps in a corporate environment.
• Grow in Responsibility: As you gain confidence, you will have the chance to take on more responsibility, supporting the Performance Team Leader in their daily tasks and growing into a key contributor within the team.
• Build Your Professional Network: You will build a strong network of contacts within the international FMRE community at Airbus, creating connections that can support your future career.

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.*

• Studying towards a degree in Business, Management, IT, Project Management, or equivalent;
• Knowledge in data analysis;
• Google Suite;
• Open minded and able to work with international teams;
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills;
• Leadership skills.

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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How to apply

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