Job Description:
Start date:16 August 2027
Location: Broughton, North Wales
Duration: 12.5 months
Applications close on 27 September 2026!
We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware thatyou can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time.We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.
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Benefits:
Salary:£24,246
35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
About us:
The Materials Laboratory function provides specialist services to various departments at Airbus in the UK, Broughton and external customers and suppliers. The department carries out a wide range of technical activities in support of various customers, some examples are described below:
Mechanical Testing - Carrying out all testing of a mechanical nature - such as testing of heat treatment control coupons. UTS and pre-load testing on mechanically fastened joints.
Chemical - Control and monitoring of chemicals used in surface treatments facilities. Chemical analysis associated with performance checks of equipment and consumables.
Metallurgical - Investigation of product/material non-conformance including material/component failures. Approval of specialist manufacturing personnel and assessment of suppliers technical capabilities.
What you will be doing:
Interface with operational teams and integrate with all support functions;
Gather data through investigations, experiments and literature reviews;
Design and or carry out experiments;
Analyse and interpret results of technical work and testing;
Statistical analysis or data generated;
General laboratory practices;
Research;
Adhere to and promote COSHH requirements within the Laboratory environment in accordance with local procedures;
Perform regular and specific feedback of achievement and findings;
Generate protocols, summary reports, standard operating procedures and other Laboratory related documents;
Maintain data integrity, systems and records;
Identify and implement improvements to daily Laboratory operations, cycle times, test methods.
Requirements:
Our placements are open toUndergraduates 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.
*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
You will be studying towards a degree in Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or other appropriate related degree;
Thrives in a challenging environment;
Adherence to processes;
Team working;
Laboratory experience is preferred;
Excellent research and presentation skills;
Knowledge of analytical methods and instruments.
SECURITY CLEARANCE:You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
Contact
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Company:
Airbus Operations Limited
Employment Type:
Internship
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Experience Level:
Student
Job Family:
Testing
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