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Work Experience Insight Day – Airport Operations
Date: 19th March 2025
Duration: 10:00 – 14:00
Location: Waterside Head Office, London Heathrow
Application Closing Date: 25th September 2025

The Programme
We are happy to introduce Work Experience Insight Days at British Airways. This is a one-day Work Experience, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent – that’s you! - by giving you a taste of work and the aviation industry.

What does a Work Experience Insight Day at British Airways look like?
Our Work Experience Insight Days are a way for students to gain first-hand experience of working for British Airways. The day will include activities, Q&A panels, workshops, tours, guest speakers and more!!
Our Airport Operations Work Experience Insight Day
We put our customers at the forefront of everything we do, and our colleagues on the frontline go above and beyond to give our customers an unforgettable experience. You can expect to hear from our ground team and cabin crew on their day-to-day roles. You will also be getting involved in workshops and activities to give you a taste of what is it like to work in Airport Operations for a global airline.

About You
At British Airways, we look out for your potential and attitude, rather than your experience. We can provide the training and help you develop your skills and knowledge, but you need to have that get up and go, positive attitude that we’re looking for in the airline industry.

Applying for an Insight Day
The British Airways Work Experience Insight Days are aimed at students, either at school or college (not university).
To apply for a Work Experience Insight Day, you must be:

• Year 9/S3 or above
• Have a valid passport

Please ensure if you are successful in your application, that you are willing to travel to our Head Office in Heathrow for the Work Experience Insight Day.

Recruitment Process
Step 1: Explore which area of British Airways you’d like to gain an insight into (do your research and speak to our mentors!)
Step 2: Apply via the British Airways careers website – link via Speedbird Z
Step 3: We will review all applications for eligibility, let you know via email if you have been successful and confirm next steps.

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