Work Experience Insight Day - Business

Work Experience Insight Day - Business

Date: 26th March 2025 

Duration: 10:00 – 14:00 

Location: Waterside Head Office, London Heathrow 

Application Closing Date: 25th September 2024

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 Business Work Experience Insight Day

We have a variety of teams that work in our head office and across British Airways that support our airline operation! On this placement you can expect to hear from a range of colleagues from different department across our head office. You will also be getting involved in workshops and activities to give you a taste of what is it like to work behind the scenes 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.