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Work Experience Placement - Community Investment

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Sales & Business Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • London

Requirements

  • - Year 10/S4 or above
  • - Have a valid passport
  • - In full time education in school or college (not university)
  • - Professional and positive attitude and role model
  • - Passionate about the airline and our business
  • - Good communication skills
  • - Strong organisation and prioritisation

Responsibilities

  • - Support our colleagues around the business with all their fundraising needs
  • - Organise resources for fundraisers
  • - Create posters to promote events
  • - Assist with events management for upcoming fundraising events
  • - Prepare to ensure events run smoothly on the night

FAQs

What is the duration of the work experience placement?

The duration of the work experience placement is 5 days.

Where is the work experience placement located?

The work experience placement is located at London Heathrow.

When is the application closing date?

The application closing date is 25th September 2024.

What are the available start dates for the placement?

The start dates for the placement are during the weeks commencing February 10th, March 3rd, and March 17th, 2025.

Who is eligible to apply for the work experience placement?

To apply for the work experience, you must be in Year 10/S4 or above, have a valid passport, and be in full-time education in a school or college (not university).

What qualities are being looked for in applicants?

Applicants should demonstrate a professional and positive attitude, a passion for the airline industry, good communication skills, and strong organisation and prioritisation abilities.

Is there any follow-up programme after completing the work experience?

Yes, students who complete the work experience may apply to the Inspire Student Ambassador programme, which offers further development of confidence, work readiness, and employability skills.

What is required to apply for the work experience placement?

To apply, candidates must register for the student platform Speedbird-Z, complete an "Intro to…" task for Engineering, and submit their application via the British Airways careers website, along with a pre-learning project.

Will I need consent from my school to attend the placement?

Yes, if successful in your application, you will be required to provide a school consent letter permitting your absence from school or college.

Can I apply for more than one work experience placement?

No, you can only apply for one programme and cannot complete more than one work experience placement.

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Mission & Purpose

At British Airways, we take huge pride in our past – but we’re looking to the future as an airline that loves embracing the best of modern Britain. Our country’s creativity, diversity, style, wit and warmth are the same special qualities that make us who we are. Now, we’re looking to build on this spirit and passion to make tomorrow even better. If you’re made the same way as us, discover how great it feels to connect Britain with the world, and the world with Britain like no one else.

Benefits

  • Discounted travel

    Heavily discounted air travel for yourself, friends and family accompanied with a generous annual leave entitlement or 26 days to turn your bucket list into reality.

  • Champion Sustainability

    Play a part in driving our sustainability agenda through fundraising for charity partners, volunteering for charities or championing our colleague diversity networks.

  • Become an ambassador

    Access our Graduate and Apprentice Networks to learn from current and former colleagues on our schemes, and volunteer to inspire the next generation to consider an aviation career.

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