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Graduates, Business Placements & Interns
Take your first steps in management, develop work-ready skills, and put your raw talent to the test.
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Apprentices
Start out in a real job and work your way towards a recognised qualification in the Customer, Business and Operations departments.
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Work Experience & School Programmes
Our Work Experience programmes and Insight Days offer a taste of work and the aviation industry, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent.
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Like what you see? Explore more of the world of aviation by registering to our dedicated student website, Speedbird-Z.
This one-stop-shop gives you the opportunity to directly chat online with our colleagues, register for upcoming events we are running or attending, and complete learning modules to build your confidence in employability, as well as learn more about British Airways.
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Helping talent take off
Hear from young talent about what it's like to work at the very heart of our airline.
A flightpath to change
Discover how we’re shaping the future of air travel and bringing the spirit of modern Britain to the rest of the world.
Sustainability
We’re not just delivering for our customers; we’re delivering for the planet and the communities we serve too. Here at British Airways, we’ve set out on our most important and ambitious journey yet - to a better, more sustainable future through our BA Better World programme. Find out more about our charity partnerships and flightpath to net zero.
Inclusion & Diversity
Embracing diversity. Pioneering change. At British Airways, inclusion really does start with I. Our vision is one where we are all accountable, where each and every one of us can make a difference.
Our awards
We are incredibly proud to have achieved outstanding recognition for our Graduate, Apprenticeship and School programmes.
Institute of Physics
British Airways’ Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship nurtures the commercial aircraft engineers of tomorrow. Since 2010 we’ve welcomed over 300 apprentices on to the scheme, with all applicants who completed the programme with the required qualifications being retained as aircraft mechanics. We were honoured with the 2023 IOP Apprenticeship Employer Award for our market-leading apprenticeship.
National Graduate Recruitment Awards
We picked up two prizes at the 2024 National Graduate Recruitment Awards, winning first place for the Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Transport and Logistics and coming second for the Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Engineering. Voted for by students, these wins reflect our commitment to recruiting and nurturing graduates across our airline.
Times Top 100 Graduate Employers
The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers is the definitive annual guide to Britain’s most sought-after graduate employers. Compiled from interviews with over 12,000 graduates, British Airways was named 83rd on the 2023-2024 list, marking our airline out as one of the UK’s leading companies for recruiting and supporting early talent.
RateMyApprentieship
British Airways flew into a fantastic eighth position in the 2023 RateMyApprenticeship Top 100 Awards. This achievement was in recognition of the fantastic experience we offer to apprentices right across our airline, from Engineering and Customer Experience through to our Head Office. Our top ten placement represents a huge rise from 75th place in 2020, and 18th place in 2021.
GTI Top 300 Graduate Employers
In 2023 we were voted 15th overall in The UK 300 – the most comprehensive annual survey of student opinion on graduate careers and employers. The result was compiled from the Cibyl Graduate Research 2023 survey, with almost 70,000 students and graduates from over 160 universities taking part.
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Future Pilots We take great pride in our past. However, we’re always looking ahead too. That’s why we’re recruiting the very best future flying talent through our Pilot Pathway schemes. December 05, 2023 Career Area Future Pilots Hub
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Customer Service At British Airways we pride ourselves on delivering impeccable customer service, and our people are among the best in the business at doing just that. December 05, 2023 Hub
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Engineering We launched the world’s first international scheduled air service in 1919. Then we broke the record for the fastest transatlantic flight with Concorde. It was our engineers that brought these game-changing ideas to life. This is your chance to join one of the most diverse and innovative departments at British Airways, at a time when we’re re-imagining the way we fly the skies. December 06, 2023 Career Area Hub
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Our brands British Airways is part of a unique collection of airlines and non-airline businesses, all operating under one parent company: International Airlines Group (IAG). With a fleet of around 570 aircraft flying to more than 250 destinations worldwide, IAG has over 66,000 talented colleagues around the world. December 06, 2023 Article
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Pilots Our pilots take millions of customers to hundreds of amazing destinations every year – getting front row seats to the most inspiring views with every take-off and landing. Our Captains and First Officers are quite literally driving change, too November 13, 2023 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Future Pilots Head Office Pilots Related Content Hub
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Cabin Crew Learn about Cabin Crew at Heathrow, Gatwick and London City Airports. November 13, 2023 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Cabin Crew Related Content Hub
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Sustainability We believe that flying is one of humankind’s greatest achievements. December 07, 2023 Article Sustainability Related Content Hub
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Wellbeing We want our people to be at their best. That’s why we’re committed to helping colleagues feel good, not just while they’re at work, but when they’re at home too. It benefits them as individuals, as well as us as a company. December 07, 2023 Article Wellbeing
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Inclusion & Diversity Embracing diversity. Pioneering change. At British Airways, inclusion really does start with I. Our vision is one where we are all accountable, where each and every one of us can make a difference. December 07, 2023 Article Inclusion & Diversity Hub
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Our culture Here at British Airways, we know a thing or two about great journeys. After all, we help millions of customers travel to hundreds of destinations every year. We’re also on an exciting voyage of our own; to transform the way we fly the skies and re-imagine the way we connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain. December 08, 2023 Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Related Content Hub
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Rewards & Benefits It’s not just about bringing the best talent to British Airways. We want to make sure our colleagues are in it for the long-haul once they join us. December 08, 2023 Benefits Sustainability Wellbeing Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Cabin Crew Emerging Talent Head Office Pilots Related Content Hub
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Head Office Explore opportunities at our London HQ. November 13, 2023 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Related Content Hub
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Ground Operations & Cargo Our Ground Operations & Cargo teams are the heroes behind the scenes. With around 70 long-haul and 250 short-haul flights arriving and departing every day from London Heathrow, our ground staff play a crucial role keeping the British Airways fleet moving and getting customers where they want to go, safely and on time. December 06, 2023 Benefits Sustainability Wellbeing Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Related Content Hub
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Recruitment FAQs Find answers to questions about the application and assessment process, virtual and onsite interviews, and more about life at British Airways. January 11, 2024 FAQs Hub FAQ's
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Apprentices If you have the passion and the ambition, then we have the experience to help you embark on a thrilling career in aviation. February 20, 2024 Career Area Benefits Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Emerging Talent Related Content Hub
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Apprentices Our full-time apprenticeships have been designed to give you the best possible start to your career in one of the most exciting industries you can work in. February 20, 2024 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Emerging Talent Related Content Hub
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Pilots FAQs Pilots Frequently Asked Questions February 20, 2024 FAQs Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Emerging Talent Pilots Related Content Hub FAQ's
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Cabin Crew FAQs Cabin Crew Frequently Asked Questions February 20, 2024 FAQs Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Cabin Crew Related Content Hub FAQ's
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Military Scheme If you’re thinking of leaving the military, British Airways offers a vast range of opportunities that can take your career in any direction you chose. February 20, 2024 Article Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Pilots Related Content Hub
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Work Experience & School Programmes It doesn’t matter what your background is, or where you come from. It’s where you’re going that we care about. February 20, 2024 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Emerging Talent Future Pilots Related Content Hub
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Hiring Process We want to make sure our candidates know what to expect when they apply for a job with British Airways - the journey from application to offer can be very different depending on the role you’re applying for. February 21, 2024 Article Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Cabin Crew Emerging Talent Future Pilots Head Office Pilots Related Content Hub FAQ's
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Our Mel - MBE Flying High: Melissa Richardson, Senior Emerging Talent Manager in the Strategic Resourcing team at British Airways has been awarded an MBE in The King’s New Years Honours List for 2024 for Services to Early Careers in Aviation February 21, 2024 Article Colleague Stories Related Content Hub
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Digital, Technology & Data British Airways never stops moving forward. We thrive on change, and we’re constantly evolving to make sure we lead the way in a rapidly changing world. December 05, 2023 Career Area Head Office Hub
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Speedbird Pilot Academy Preparation March 28, 2024 FAQs Future Pilots Pilots Related Content Hub FAQ's
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Graduates, Business Placements & Interns Our graduate programmes, business placements and summer internships offer a chance to join a dynamic and diverse team that’s playing a lead role in the future of flying. August 09, 2024 Emerging Talent
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Graduates, Business Placements & Interns Our graduate programmes, business placements and summer internships offer a chance to join a dynamic and diverse team that’s playing a lead role in the future of flying. February 20, 2024 Career Area Benefits Culture Sustainability Wellbeing Hiring Process Inclusion & Diversity Colleague Stories Emerging Talent Related Content Hub
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