Overview
Airbus Operations Limited is seeking an undergraduate intern to support the Business Support Team and Health & Safety (H&S) experts on the Airbus wing manufacturing operation. The role focuses on supporting production rate flexibility, safety processes, and continuous improvement initiatives to help exceed customer safety and quality expectations on the A350 wing at the Broughton plant near Chester.
Responsibilities
* Support accident reduction, risk assessments, and accident investigation; identify and implement H&S improvement actions.
* Support cost saving initiatives and lead strategic improvement projects with an understanding of fundamental lean principles.
* Participate in development programmes tailored to the candidate's requirements to support project delivery to completion.
* Collaborate with the H&S Leader and Business Support Team to enable daily production activities while maintaining a safe environment.
Qualifications
* Studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent; undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement is mandatory.
* Desire to work in a technical team environment; IT skills (Google Suite).
* Understanding of Health and Safety processes; interest in Lean manufacturing.
* Ability to interface with and influence people at all levels; good listening and communication skills; team worker with openness and trust.
* Decision making, imaginative problem solving, drive, and enthusiasm; willingness to learn and take risks.
* Security clearance: BPSS check is required; UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control may be needed depending on the role.
Details
* Location: Broughton, North Wales
* Start date: 17 August 2026
* Duration: 12.5 months
* Employment Type: Internship
* Salary and benefits: Salary £23,400; 35 hours per week; flexible working hours; half-day Fridays; 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Additional information
Contact Please let us know if you need adjustments 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. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities and will not ask for monetary payment during recruitment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and beliefs. This job requires awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to integrity for the company’s success and sustainable growth.
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