Communications Placement

Job Description:

Start date:

16 August 2027

Location:

Broughton, North Wales Duration: 12.5 months Applications close on 25 October 2026! 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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• Salary: £24,246
• 35 hours per week
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options available depending on the role
• Half day Fridays!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Here at the Airbus Commercial UK Communications department, we have a pretty impressive record when it comes to giving our interns memories of a lifetime. From hosting Prime Ministers and VIPs to bringing our people and products to life through world-class storytelling, we pride ourselves on the 12-month experience we provide. No two days are ever the same. We are passionate about aerospace and proud of the incredible products we build.

We want to work with people who have a genuine hunger to develop their skills in communications.

• Internal Communications:
  Crafting engaging campaigns and messaging for our workforce on-site.
• External Relations & Media:
  Supporting colleagues on local media relations activities, social media, and community liaison.
• Content Creation & Storytelling:
  Writing news stories, filming and editing videos and campaign materials.
• End-to-End Campaigns and events:
  Designing and executing internal and external campaigns and events from concept to delivery.

• 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 to join Airbus and why you are suitable for the role.
• To thrive in this fast-paced environment, you should bring curiosity, energy, and a willingness to learn.

Ideally studying for a degree that covers the basics of communication, marketing, public relations, journalism, media, advertising, or corporate social responsibility.

Good written and spoken English. You should have a passion for people and feel confident picking up the phone to speak with stakeholders across the business.

You don’t need to be an official "AvGeek", but an interest in learning about the aerospace industry, manufacturing or Research & Technology will help you stand out.

Familiarity with standard IT tools. An interest in photography/videography is a bonus.

Highly self‑motivated, organised, and possessing strong time management skills.

A portfolio of your work (from university modules or personal projects) is highly desirable.

Please note:

If shortlisted, you may be asked to complete a short written exercise as part of the selection process.

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.

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