Production Internship
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Production Internship (A-Level Students)
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Whitchurch, Hampshire, UK (On-site)
Salary: £27,000 per annum (pro-rata)
Type: Full-time, 6-month internship
Start Date: Monday 5th October 2026
About Us
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading precision aerospace engineering company with over 75 years of experience providing complete manufacturing solutions. Operating from advanced facilities in Hampshire, we are home to the UK’s most sophisticated automated 5-axis machine shop. We hold AS9100, ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 certifications and work with prestigious clients including GE Aviation, BAE Systems, and Ontic.
What You'll Learn & Do
- Understand production planning and scheduling in a precision engineering environment
- Learn how to coordinate teams and manage workflow
- Experience working with advanced automation systems (Fastems FMS)
- Support daily operations and help drive production results
- Learn to monitor and report on key performance indicators
- Understand capacity planning and resource allocation
- Participate in team meetings and operational reviews
- Gain exposure to lean manufacturing principles
Programme Structure
- Phase 1 (Months 1-3): Induction, shadowing, guided tasks, building operational understanding
- Phase 1 Review: Assessment of progress and suitability for Phase 2
- Phase 2 (Months 4-6): Greater responsibility, supporting scheduling, full team integration
- Final Assessment: Review with potential for full-time job offer
What We're Looking For
- Recent A-Level leaver or equivalent
- Interest in business, operations, or manufacturing
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Attention to detail and reliability
- Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £27,000 per annum (pro-rata)
- Dedicated mentor from day one
- Structured development programme
- Real project experience for your CV
- 25 days holiday (pro-rata) plus public holidays
- On-site parking
- Potential pathway to full-time employment
How to Apply
Please apply via Indeed before the 28 August 2026 deadline. You’ll need to include your CV and a brief statement explaining why you’re interested in this internship. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Recruitment Team, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]