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Innovation Management Placement (13 months)

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Airbus

8d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
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AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergraduate, studying a relevant degree, with knowledge of Defence and Space, strong communication skills, and a desire for personal growth. English fluency is essential.
  • You will support innovation teams in developing business cases, identifying customer pain points, tracking start-ups, enhancing communication, managing events, and fostering a culture of innovation.

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 for a relevant business, engineering or technical degree;
  • Knowledge of Defence and Space industries;
  • A strong interest in innovation, creativity, curiosity, openness, team spirit;
  • The ability to listen, understand and communicate information;
  • The desire to work in a technical team environment;
  • A strong interest in developing yourself;
  • A negotiation level in English, other European languages such as French, German or Spanish will be an asset (but not essential).
  • SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check).

Responsibilities

  • The business cases of innovation projects (in particular in incubation, acceleration and implementation phases) are strong and convincing. Supporting the teams we coach by challenging their business assumptions and looking at ideas for future revenue options;
  • The teams identify customer pain points, Unique Selling Propositions (USPs), Value Propositions, Go-To-Market Plans, IP protection and generation of a stand-out pitch presentation;
  • Support teams as they develop their Minimal Viable Products and live demonstrations;
  • Understand the Innovation ecosystem, providing a consistent picture of all;
  • Innovation/start-ups challenges and events relevant for the Airbus Defence and Space organisation;
  • Identify, track and form relationships with start-ups of interest to Airbus Defence and Space and suggest ways that we can work better together;
  • Maximise Airbus opportunities from External Funding to support our Innovation topics;
  • Encourage an environment of Innovation within the everyday life of the Airbus community;
  • The innovation team internal communication is kept dynamic, current and engaging;
  • The innovation team has the required level support in terms of market and industry reports;
  • Build a dynamic view of all projects and partnerships ongoing (including the update of the current database of innovation partners);
  • Enhance the innovation process for the creation of new partnerships in cooperation with the Procurement Team;
  • Improve innovation communication;
  • Prepare forthcoming innovation events;
  • Attend relevant training to support your development.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Innovation Management Placement?

The start date for the Innovation Management Placement is 21st July 2025.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located in Stevenage.

How long is the duration of the placement?

The duration of the placement is 13 months.

What is the salary for the position?

The salary for the position is £22,250.

What are the working hours for this placement?

The working hours for this placement are 37 hours per week with flexible working hours and half-day Fridays.

What type of students can apply for this placement?

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

What qualifications are required for applicants?

Applicants must be studying for a relevant business, engineering, or technical degree and have knowledge of Defence and Space industries.

Is knowledge of other languages beneficial for this position?

Yes, while not essential, having other European languages such as French, German, or Spanish will be an asset.

What kind of benefits does Airbus offer to placement students?

Airbus offers benefits such as a salary, flexible working hours, hybrid working, half-day Fridays, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

Is there a deadline for applications?

Yes, the application closing date is not fixed; it encourages candidates to apply early as the advert will close as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Will I need to undergo any security checks?

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 should I submit my application?

Candidates must include a CV and a cover letter for their application to be considered.

Airbus

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