By successfully balancing innovation with reliability, flexibility and economics, Airbus builds aircraft that are recognised worldwide for their efficiency and environmentally responsible operation.

Passion and pride among Airbus people play a major part in its drive for success: passion for their jobs and pride in the products they create. With its global presence growing, Airbus is now an even bigger international family, with over 85 nationalities represented among its 57,000 workforce.

Our requirements

With non-stop innovation at the centre of all we do, Airbus is dedicated to ensuring that its people maximise their talents and potential. Opportunities available to graduates are mostly in design and manufacturing engineering, with further roles in procurement,human resources, finance and operations management.

Your development

Freethinking and entrepreneurial graduates will enjoy the chance to develop their talents and experience on the Airbus UK Direct Entry Graduate Scheme (DEG). The scheme develops in-depth knowledge of a business function through structured placements in the UK and, potentially, worldwide with strategic partners, suppliers and customers. While the format is consistent, individual programmes can depend on the function joined, experience, interests and current business challenges. Through the scheme and beyond, you will have access to excellent, focused training and full support to help you achieve membership of professional institutions, further qualifications and long-term career planning. Involvement in education and community projects to broaden experience and skills is encouraged.

Opportunities and benefits

Alongside the excellent training, you will receive an attractive starting salary, annual salary review and membership of a company pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements are available and you will receive additional allowances when working away from your ‘home base’. The DEG scheme provides the opportunity to work for an international organisation that constantly strives to challenge conventional wisdom, to harness the power of the latest technology and turn vision into reality.

Application Details

The Airbus website www.airbuscareers.com provides further information about the scheme, as well as online application and the latest information on deadlines.

Main business activity

Aircraft manufacture.

Jobs available

Engineering, manufacturing, procurement, finance, human resources, operations management.

Number of graduate vacancies per year

Approximately 50-80.

Work locations

Filton (Bristol) and Broughton (near Chester).

Salary and benefits

£23,000 starting salary, with annual reviews. Benefits include £2,500 welcome payment and pension scheme.

Placements and internships available

Opportunities for industrial and summer placements. Visit our website for details.