Business Administration Degree Apprenticeship

Job Description:

Start date: September 2026

Location: Airbus Defence & Space Stevenage

Duration: 4 years

University: London MET

Degree: BSc Hons Project Manager Integrated Degree (ST0411)

Application: We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you 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.

Application closing date:We encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please note we will close adverts as soon as we receive sufficient applications.

Benefits:

Salary: £23,000

37 hours per week //  Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits! 

*subject to completing full hours prior to this

About us: 

Launch an exciting career by joining our Airbus Apprenticeship Programme! Our Apprentices receive second to none training, gaining the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce. 

Our Degree Apprenticeships offer a full degree with no fees, plus vocational training with a regular salary.

Business Administration are responsible for a wide range of office and business administration tasks to support the procurement function. They have responsibility for delivering in line with defined objectives, taking decisions to manage stakeholder expectations by leading a multi-skilled, cross-disciplinary team to deliver the project to time, cost and quality requirements.

While ‘in the office’, you will join the Telecoms and Navigation procurement team. As a Business Administrator degree apprentice, you will be the primary interface with the nominated supplier(s) and responsible for the relationship between the supplier and Airbus. You will be fully responsible for managing the purchase phase of the supply chain core process and delivery of hardware to projects on time, to cost and fulfilling all performance and quality requirements.

Via industrial placements, you will also gain exposure to other areas of the business (equipment/spacecraft production, logistics, Product/Quality Assurance, systems engineering etc.) in order to attain a broad understanding of all stakeholder’s activities and to build a strong network.

What you will be doing: 

As a Business Administrator degree apprentice you’ll be:

• Supporting a wide range of business activities such as project coordination, document control, team administration, and internal communications;

• Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation in support of departmental goals;

• Scheduling and organising meetings, maintaining diaries, and coordinating logistics for internal and external events;

• Supporting the implementation of business improvement initiatives and tracking progress against key milestones;

• Assisting with budget tracking, resource planning, and invoice management;

• Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and effective communication;

• Gaining exposure to departments such as HR, Finance, Procurement, and Communications to understand cross-functional business processes.

Outward Bound:

During the 1st year of the apprenticeship, you will attend a week of Team Building Activities and Exercises at one of the Outward-Bound UK Sites. Split up into teams consisting of Apprentices of all levels from various Airbus Defence and Space sites, you will work as a team to complete daily activities such as Rock Climbing, Hiking, Abseiling, Canoeing and more.

Requirements:

In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

• 2 A levels which must include Business Studies or equivalent

AND

• GCSE in Maths and English Languageat 4/C or above

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

• The ability to listen, understand and communicate information;

• The desire to work in a technical team environment, with an interest in software engineering;

• A strong interest in developing yourself, especially in the context of software engineering;

• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;

• A passion for coding & engineering (good to have any relevant IT, data management knowledge);

• Interest or knowledge in supply chain/procurement is also a plus;

• Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved

• Submit a Cover Letterhighlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

BOOST YOUR APPLICATION:

We want to get to know you—not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

• Why Airbus and this apprenticeship?
  What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.
   

• What skills and experience do you bring?
  Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities. 

Important Information:

GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check). 

RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom. For more information, please check theGovernment Website.

LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding. 

Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

AI Guidance:We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment atAirbus Use of AI Guidance.

Contact:

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email [email protected]​. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Apprenticeship

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Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Support to Management

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