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Communications Placement (12.5 months)

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Airbus

3d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Marketing
    Media & Journalism
  • Bristol
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate in Communication or related field, skilled in IT, passionate about photography, have strong English skills, and be self-motivated with good organization.
  • You’ll work on internal communication, support media relations, assist with social media, and contribute ideas to enhance team efforts in employee engagement and community outreach.

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 Communication, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Media Relations, or equivalent;
  • Familiarity with IT tools;
  • Interest in Photography;
  • Proficiency in English written and spoken;
  • You must have a passion for people;
  • Self-motivated, organized and good time management skills;
  • Not afraid to pick up the phone and talk to stakeholders of all levels;
  • Nice to have a work portfolio (Extra activities at University or in Personal Projects).
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • You’ll be working in a range of disciplines:
  • Internal Communication which is all about working on the communication for our employees in our Filton and Broughton sites;
  • Media Relations which involves supporting our UK media manager on all aspects of work including social media.
  • In short, you’ll get involved in supporting all aspects of the team’s work and your ideas, curiosity, energy and enthusiasm are essential at all times to help you quickly become an integral part of our team of professionals working in internal and external communications and community engagement.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Communications Placement?

The duration of the Communications Placement is 12.5 months.

When does the Communications Placement start?

The start date for the Communications Placement is 18th August 2025.

Where is the location of the Communications Placement?

The Communications Placement is located in Filton, Bristol, with a similar position available in the Broughton plant.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours are 35 hours per week, with flexible working hours and half day Fridays.

What is the salary for the Communications Placement?

The salary for the Communications Placement is £21,900.

What benefits are included in this role?

Benefits include flexible working hours, hybrid working, half day Fridays, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and various employee discounts.

Who can apply for the Communications Placement?

The placement is open to Undergraduates only, and candidates must be an undergraduate for the entire duration of the placement.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should be studying towards a degree in Communication, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Media Relations, or an equivalent field.

Is a work portfolio required?

While not mandatory, having a work portfolio showcasing extra activities at university or personal projects is a nice-to-have.

Is security clearance required for this role?

Yes, candidates must be eligible to gain UK SC Security Clearance or will be subject to a BPSS check, including a criminal record check.

How can I apply for the Communications Placement?

Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter as part of their application.

Can I work remotely for this position?

Yes, the role supports hybrid working, which includes remote work options.

What should I do if I need adjustments during the application process?

You should inform the company of any adjustments needed, and any information disclosed will be treated in strict confidence.

What types of day-to-day tasks can I expect in this role?

Day-to-day tasks may include writing news stories, creating videos, designing campaigns, working on internal communications, and supporting media relations.

Is there a specific application closing date?

The application closing date is not fixed; candidates are encouraged to apply early as the positions will close once sufficient applications are received.

We pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide the most efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers the most modern and fuel-efficient airliners. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide. Airbus approaches sustainability by respecting the planet, valuing people and enabling prosperity. These guiding principles are embedded in our operations and activities. In 2022, the Company generated revenues of €58.8 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000.

Culture & Values

  • Customer Focus

    Customer focus is deeply embedded into our mindset, driving us to deliver on time, on cost and on quality. We partner with our customers to satisfy their needs and deliver benefits through valuable and sustainable solutions. We understand that each of us has an impact on customer relations through the work we do, which is why we always act with integrity and to the highest professional standards.

  • Integrity

    We work with integrity, choosing to speak up when our principles for ethical conduct are not respected. Our zero tolerance on unethical and non-compliant actions enables us to move forward with positivity and care. We act as ambassadors for the company, representing the integrity of Airbus even when we are outside work. The Airbus Ethics and Compliance programme seeks to ensure that the company business practices not only conform to applicable laws, regulations and principles, but remains above all ethical standard benchmarks.

  • Respect

    Respect guides us in our daily interactions. We respect each other, our customers and our products. We focus on building trust through transparent and honest communications. We create inclusive working environments, where all employees are listened to and valued for their individuality. We treat each other, and all our stakeholders, in the same considerate way that we would wish to be treated ourselves.

  • Creativity

    We value and encourage creativity. We recognise that creativity exists in many forms, with ideas brimming at every level, from “shoot for the moon” ambitions, right down to our daily work. Creativity can often mean simply looking at things in a different way and our collaborative culture allows us to build on ideas and continually improve the work that we do. We make sure that everyone at Airbus has the time, space and tools to progress ideas with imagination and passion. We are always ready to act with courage, challenging our ideas and learning from our processes when we need to go back to the drawing board.

  • Reliability

    We strive to maintain and build on our standards, proving and cementing our reputation for reliability. We each feel responsible for the collective success and progress of our global team and take accountability for our actions and outputs. We are dependable and can be trusted to ensure the safety and success of our products. We take pride in our work, ensuring the service and products we deliver are exceptional and completely reliable.

  • We are One / Team Work!

    We understand that there is power in individuals, but believe there is a much greater power in collaboration and teamwork. We seek to create engaging and inclusive workplaces, where everyone has the freedom to speak up and listen to each other with an open mind.

Benefits

  • Company Pension Scheme

  • Employee Discounts

  • Health Insurance

  • Parental Leave

  • Paid and Unpaid Holidays