The British Airways Summer Internship Programme offer a boarding pass to a great future, one where you’ll be able to make an impact right from the moment you join us. If you’re inspired to help shape the future of air travel and you’re ambitious to learn, then it will help you spread your wings.
Application Deadline:
- 4 November 2026 (Note: The application process requires completing a Pre-Application Task on the Discover & Prep hub prior to final submission).
Tell Me About The Program:
The British Airways Summer Internship Programme is an immersive 10-week corporate workplace experience designed for undergraduate students. Based at British Airways’ Head Office (Waterside, London) or London Heathrow, the internship provides hands-on exposure across corporate head office functions or the engineering department. Interns undertake meaningful projects, collaborate with knowledgeable professionals, engage with the graduate community, and build foundational leadership and corporate skills. Successful completion of the internship positions participants to apply for full-time graduate roles.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- All Degree Disciplines: Open to applicants from any degree field or academic background.
Type:
Corporate Summer Internship & Graduate Pipeline Program
Who can Apply:
- Academic Level: Minimum predicted 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.
- Student Status: Must be returning to university following the completion of the 10-week summer internship.
- Right to Work: Must demonstrate the legal right to work in the UK for the full duration of the placement. (Note: While the internship is open to qualifying international students with valid work authorization, subsequent full-time graduate roles do not currently qualify for visa sponsorship).
How are Applicants Selected:
- Pre-Application Task: Complete activities on the BA Discover & Prep hub before applying.
- Online Assessments: Submitted applications are followed by automated online assessments.
- Video Interview: Screened for motivation, values alignment, and role fit (conducted in November).
- Assessment Centre: Final-stage candidates attend an in-person assessment centre at Waterside featuring interviews and work-related exercises (early December).
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Global applicants, provided they hold valid unrestricted right to work / visa authorization in the UK for the full duration of the internship.
Where will the Program be Taken:
- British Airways Head Office (Waterside) & London Heathrow, London, United Kingdom.
How Many Fellows / Grantees:
Selective corporate cohort recruited annually.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Competitive Pro-Rata Salary: £26,000 pro-rata for the 10-week duration.
- Travel Perks: Heavily discounted air travel privileges for the intern, friends, and family, accompanied by generous annual leave entitlement.
- Professional Development: Direct mentorship, networking events, insight days, quarterly forums, and structured graduate community integration.
- Corporate Impact: Participation in high-impact business projects, sustainability initiatives, and employee networks (e.g., LGBTQ+ ‘Flying Proud’, ethnic minority network ‘BeMe’).
- Pipeline Opportunity: Direct eligibility pathway to apply for full-time Business Graduate roles post-graduation.
How Long Will it Last:
10 Weeks over the Summer, starting in June 2027.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official British Airways Careers Portal and navigate to the Emerging Talent / Internship listing (Reference: 12356).
- Access the Discover & Prep hub to complete the mandatory Pre-Application Task prior to application.
- Submit your online application form and CV before the deadline on 4 November 2026.
- Complete subsequent online assessments, video interviews, and the in-person Assessment Centre at Waterside when invited.
