It is not essential that you do a placement before applying to our graduate scheme. However if you have completed an internship, there is a possibility for you to be offered a conditional graduate placement.
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Our apprenticeship programme
We currently have more than 80 apprentices at various sites around the UK.
Aircraft maintenance
We partner with International Centre for Aviation Training (ICAT), to train our apprentices to be competent to work on live aircraft. Aircraft maintenance apprentices work towards the IET accredited Level 3 Engineering Technician Standard.
The three year apprenticeship consists of:
Year one: Working towards Level 3 Development Technical Knowledge qualification and completion of Level 2 Foundation Competence Qualification at ICAT.
Accommodation is provided during the first year to ensure we can recruit the best talent throughout the UK.
Years two and three: Working towards Level 3 Development Competence qualification and completion of Level 3 Development Technical Knowledge qualification, with on the job training at one of our sites, AAC Middle Wallop, RAF Odiham, RAF Brize Norton, RAF Lossiemouth and Flying Station Wattisham.
Aircraft fabrication
Working with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre with Boeing (AMRC) in Sheffield, apprentices in aircraft fabrication become fully qualified machinists, producing actuation parts for commercial aircraft at our Sheffield factory.
During the apprenticeship you will be trained in all disciplines of machining, including milling and turning along with general hand fitting skills. A range of cutting-edge equipment is used to produce parts, including operating complex machines.
Flight services
We partner with Crawley College to train apprentices to become technicians to maintain pilot flight simulators at our Gatwick Training Campus, RAF Lossiemouth, Army Aviation Centre (AAC) Middle Wallop and RAF Wattisham.
The three-year apprenticeship consists of:
- Three weeks induction into simulator maintenance.
- Six months on shift working on basic maintenance tasks, followed by three months intensive training on simulator specifics.
Business administration
- Opportunities at Boeing’s Gatwick Training Campus, Westminster and Bristol supporting operations and day-to-day business processes.
Information Technology, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources
These are mostly remote, Level 3 apprenticeships that vary in length from 18 months-three years. Applications open up throughout the year and will be advertised on our careers website.
Apply:
To view and apply for current vacancies, click here.
Find out more about the life of a Boeing Sheffield apprentice.
Our graduate programme
Our graduate programme is designed to give you a breadth of experience across your chosen discipline to gain an insight into the operations and functions of the organisation. In addition to the insight you gain from your rotational placements, you will also participate in centrally-organised development activities to build additional, career-enhancing skills such as personal branding, strategic networking and self- awareness. Our early careers starter community is also highly active in STEM outreach activity, so you could have the opportunity to go back to your school or university to talk about your experience.
Our graduate programme is a rotational two-year scheme, consisting of four six-month placements. You can apply to work in the following areas:
- Finance
- Commercial
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Supply Chain
- Digital Services and Analytics
Placements can be at any of our offices or operational sites across the country.
To make the most of the programme, you must be willing to relocate as and when required. Many of our sites are in remote locations, so having a driving licence is recommended.
Once you’ve completed the programme, we will work with you to find a role which fits your career aspirations and will help to drive the business forward.
During the graduate programme and beyond, we will support you in your pursuit of professional qualifications, such as:
- Finance – CIMA or ACCA
- Supply Chain – MCIPS
- Project Management – APM or PRINCE2
- Engineering – CEng
Within our Graduate Scheme you will also have the opportunity to;
- Join our growing early careers community.
- Participate in our Career Starters Core Development programme – supporting your “power” skills development.
- Become a STEM ambassador and take part in outreach activity.
- Join one of our employee networks – known as Business Resource Groups – and help shape the culture of the organisation.
- Experience our products and systems up close.
- Gain exposure to senior leadership and build a professional network.
- Work towards attaining professional qualification.
Apply:
Applications for our graduate programmes usually open around September. To view and apply for current vacancies, click here. Our recruitment process includes online application, video interview and a virtual engagement day.
Our internship programme
We offer three or 12-month internship placements. The programme offers meaningful placements that benefit the business and the individual. Throughout the internship programme, we provide learning and development to help prepare for the next stage of your career, whether that’s our graduate programme, an entry level role or further education.
We recruit a number of interns each year and have opportunities in finance, project management, commercial, engineering, quality, continuous/business improvement, digital services and analytics, government affairs and supply chain.
Locations include Bristol, Gosport, Frimley, Middle Wallop, Fleet, Sheffield and London.
All our interns get opportunities to attend events, to go on site visits, take part in development days and be part of an early careers community. By getting diverse experience and building a strong network, we want you to get as much out of your time with us as you can.
Preferred Qualifications:
Some roles have specific requirements, e.g. a software language, logistics experience, etc. Or studying towards a relevant degree, e.g. Engineering, IT, Finance or Business. Please see individual roles for further details.
However, typically we look for:
- Students in their penultimate year of study
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Skilled team member / contributor
Apply:
Applications for our internship programmes usually open around September. To view and apply for vacancies, click here. Our recruitment process includes online application, video interview and a virtual engagement day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apprenticeships, internships and graduate jobs are listed and applied for on our careers site.
We do not expect you to have had previous experience. We look for candidates with key skills and traits fit for the role.
Our graduates do not need to be immediately out of university to be eligible for our graduate scheme. However, the programmes are designed for those in the early stages of their career.
No, visas are not sponsored.
Internships and graduates can apply for roles in: engineering, supply chain, IT, finance, commercial and progamme management. Our largest apprenticeship programme is in aircraft maintenance. We may have opportunities in other areas such as IT, HR and digital.
Internships range from three – 12 months, our graduate scheme is two years and apprenticeships last from 18 months – three years.
Typically six months, however these can be shortened or extended to fit with your development.
Yes, we plan rotations based on what we believe you will benefit from.
Our placements are based in the UK but there may be opportunity to work with international teams.
We want to ensure that everyone can thrive at Boeing. Roles may have restrictions based upon specific eligibility criteria related to nationality, previous nationalities, or place of birth. Most programmes will require security vetting. Click here for more information on national security vetting levels.