Airbus UK early careers: how to get in

Last checked 2026-10-09 against Airbus UK's own careers pages. Every stage below links to where it was read. GoRizzume is independent and not affiliated with Airbus UK. How we check

At a glance

How Airbus UK recruits

2027/8 academic year (applications opened September 2026 in two waves). 3 stages, from Airbus UK's own careers pages, checked 2026-10-03. Test providers are named only where Airbus UK names them.

Applications may close early once places are filled, so apply well before any published deadline. Source

  1. How to apply

    CV

    Apply on the Airbus jobs board by uploading a CV.

    “Apply online, it's easy! You will find all opportunities on our jobs board, find the one you are most interested in and apply by uploading your CV, a cover letter, and answering some questions.”
  2. How to apply

    Cover letter

    A cover letter is uploaded with the CV.

    “Apply online, it's easy! You will find all opportunities on our jobs board, find the one you are most interested in and apply by uploading your CV, a cover letter, and answering some questions.”
  3. How to apply

    Application form

    Application questions answered online as part of the same application.

    “Apply online, it's easy! You will find all opportunities on our jobs board, find the one you are most interested in and apply by uploading your CV, a cover letter, and answering some questions.”

Visa sponsorship

  • Level 2, 3, 4, 5 and degree apprenticeships

    Craft, technician and degree-level apprenticeships in manufacturing, engineering, and technical roles across UK sites.

  • Placement Year in Industry

    Airbus does not publish anything about visa sponsorship or nationality for its UK placement year.

    “You must be enrolled as an undergraduate within a relevant degree field of study for the duration of the placement”

Airbus UK on the Home Office sponsor register

This is general information, not immigration advice. Check gov.uk and the employer's own FAQ before you apply: rules change.

Common questions

What is the Airbus UK placement application process?
Airbus UK's own careers pages describe 3 stages: How to apply, then How to apply, then How to apply.

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