Communications Placement – UK Defence & Space (12 months)

About the role

This 12‑month Communications Placement starts on 19 July 2027 and sits within the UK Managing Director’s private office at Airbus Defence and Space. You will support the MD’s communications agenda and contribute to strategic UK projects, working across Newport and London.

Key responsibilities

• Organise the annual UK Leadership Roadshows, handling venue booking, invitations, slide decks and pre‑brief sessions.
• Provide MD office support, preparing meeting papers and collating inputs for weekly and monthly reports.
• Draft LinkedIn social‑media proposals, plan strategic content, and collaborate with media services to create infographics.
• Support key UK marketing and KAM events with logistical and organisational assistance.
• Assist Politics Pillar teams with strategic campaign coordination, including the UK Strategic Campaign Grid.

Required profile

• Undergraduate student (must remain enrolled for the full placement duration) studying Communications, Media, International Politics or Content Marketing.
• Proficient with G Suite.
• Strong written communication skills for web, social media and media releases.
• Confident presentation abilities to address diverse audiences.

Required skills

• G Suite

What we offer

• Salary of £24,500 per year.
• 37‑hour work week with flexible and hybrid working options.
• Half‑day Fridays and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.