Early careers
Applications for our 2025 Work Experience Programme are now closed
Thank you to all students who took the time to apply for the Bristol Airport 2025 Work Experience Programme. The Talent team are now reviewing applications received and will communicate outcomes as soon as we can.
2025 Work Experience Programme
We are offering work experience placements across the following five weeks in the 2024/25 academic year:
- Week 1: 24 - 28 February 2025
- Week 2: 6 - 9 May 2025
- Week 3: 16 - 20 June 2025
- Week 4: 23 - 27 June 2025
- Week 5: 7 - 11 July 2025
Please note that applications received via email will not be considered for the 2025 programme.
Bristol Airport Work Experience Programme
Bristol Airport is the South West's gateway to the world, with flights to over 125 destinations. We have ambitious plans, from supporting our strong business recovery to continuing our success with our long-term sustainability strategy. The ultimate vision is to be everyone’s favourite airport, delivering a future we can be proud of. It’s an incredibly exciting time to work at Bristol Airport and we are committed to providing opportunities for students looking to embark on a career within the aviation industry.
The programme provides insight into what the aviation industry may be able to offer you as you look to take your first steps into your chosen career path.
Students should note that this is an unpaid work experience programme lasting for up to 5 days.
What to expect
Supported by experienced teams, you will be shadowing BRS colleagues as they undertake their day-to-day duties. You will be encouraged to ask questions to help you understand more about Bristol Airport.
During the work experience placement, you will learn what it is like to work at an operational airport including in Engineering, Ground Transportation, Airside Operations, Sustainability, Marketing, Terminal Operations, HR, Retail & Hospitality, and many, many more.
You will get to know Bristol Airport – our values, our history and exactly what we do – and gain an insight into actual jobs that you could be doing if you came to us in the future. There will be an opportunity to develop your skills and grow your confidence.
Whether you decide to start an apprenticeship or go to university in the future, the work experience programme is a great early insight into a potential career choice.
The programme is designed for:
Candidates who are considering a future career in the aviation industry
- Duration: Five days
- Areas: Multiple Business Areas
- Location: Lulsgate House & Bristol Airport Terminal
Requirements:
Applications are welcomed from students aged 18 and under in academic years 9 -13, secondary, sixth form or college education and considering the aviation industry services as a career after school or university.
Equality and diversity
At Bristol Airport, we respect and celebrate the fact that our people come from a wide range of backgrounds and bring a variety of life experience with them. Such diversity allows us to better understand and serve our customers and adds value to our business. We want to empower everyone to give their best at work, and therefore we aim to provide a working environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect and can flourish. One Team, one family.