Long-term Internship - Ethics & Compliance

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Airbus Commercial Aircraft is looking for a Long-term Intern (multi-semester) to join our Ethics & Compliance Department based in Herndon, VA.

Reporting to the E&C Manager, you will support a small team on various projects, learning to adapt and drive compliance processes, tools, and communications across the region. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable corporate experience while contributing to the effectiveness of Airbus' Compliance Program in the US.

The Washington, D.C. metro area is home to multiple Airbus offices. In our nation's capital you will find the Airbus Experience Center, a collection of interactive, multimedia exhibitions highlighting the extensive role the company plays in the aviation, aerospace and defense industries in the U.S. and around the world. The D.C. area is also home to our regional corporate headquarters – located adjacent to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) – it makes flying in a breeze!

• Assist Legal and Compliance professionals from E&C and Trade Control in identifying, preventing and remediating risk across the North American operations.
• Undertake a range of tasks requiring thought and attention in order to meet deadlines and achieve results.
• Help analyze risk and monitor compliance program aspects, including 3rd party engagements, gift and/or sponsorship requests, as well as potential workforce conflict of interests.
• Learn and operate Airbus' electronic tools and process flow management to provide basic end-user guidance.
• Monitor the status of outstanding approvals, identify bottlenecks and communicate conclusions to stakeholders.
• Track progress and help generate qualitative and quantitative status reports on E&C matters.
• Support conducting due diligence on 3rd parties, including customers and suppliers.
• Prepare basic drafts of process documentation and engagement proposals.
• Contribute positive ideas for improvements in compliance processes and departmental planning.

• Must be currently local to the Washington DC Metropolitan area as this is a long-term, onsite work opportunity.
• Currently enrolled in a degree program at a US accredited university.
• Strong interest in Ethics, Compliance, or Export Control within a corporate environment.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Dependable, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Discrete handling of sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work flexibly around university schedule.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and briefly, both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and G‑Suite environment.
• Ability to work in the US without current or future need of visa sponsorship/work authorization.

• Paralegal interest/experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in multiple languages.

• Onsite 80%
• Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment.
• Hearing: able to hear and participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone.
• Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: able to…