Operational Business Development Placement (12.5 months)

at  Airbus Operations Limited

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Start date: 18th August 2025
Location: Broughton, North Wales
Duration: 12.5 months
Application closing date: We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

ABOUT US:

Rate 75 West is the future rate enabler for the A321 wing production. This project team is transitioning into a New Industrial footprint, into a state of the art operating facility for manufacture in late 2025. Taking the pain points and lessons learnt from current manufacture, ensuring People and product safety is at the heart of every decision we make.
You will be part of a one-year program designed to enhance your professional skills but deliver our vision to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. By the end of the program, you will have learned more about yourself, your strengths and Airbus.

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.
Please ensure you include your CV and a cover letter for your application to be considered.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Studying towards a degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent;
• Strong organizational skills and willingness to learn;
• Good team player, have excellent communication skills, and able to work independently;
• A strong interest in developing yourself;
• Proficient knowledge of Google Suite;
• Ability to create a motivating and engaging work environment;
• Ability to work across functions;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

EXPERIENCE LEVEL:

Student

As a Operational Business Development intern, you will:

• Develop an Industrial Concept into the next generation Single Aisle Manufacturing facility within the pre-existing A380 Wing facility based in Broughton, North Wales;
• Monitor progress against set business milestones, providing updates and adjustments as needed to keep the project on track;
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of our operational processes, encompassing production procedures, health and safety standards, KPIs, and overall operational activities;
• Assist in daily team operations by engaging in and learning from a diverse range of activities;
• Participate and lead wide range of business acumen, behavioral and mindset workshops for our people and ensuring readiness for “Go Live” for Testing in November 2025;
• Work with a Multi-functional team to finalize and deliver the new manufacturing facility, this is inclusive of Welfare and footprinting of the area ensuring a lean philosophy of our delivery and working environment.