✈️ British Airways Summer Internship 2026 – £26,000 Paid Internship in London, United Kingdom 🇬🇧🌟

Take off into your career with one of the world’s leading airlines this summer!

🏢 About the Programme

The British Airways Summer Internship 2026 offers university students a 10-week paid experience at BA’s Head Office in London Heathrow — designed to give you real exposure to one of the UK’s most iconic global airlines.

This is your chance to work on meaningful projects, gain corporate experience, and connect with BA’s graduate community while learning from aviation professionals. You’ll be mentored, challenged, and supported every step of the way — and discover how British Airways keeps connecting Britain with the world.

📍 Internship Details

Location: Waterside, British Airways Head Office, London Heathrow, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Duration: 10 weeks (Summer 2026)
Start Date: June 2026
Application Deadline: 19 November 2025
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, Full-Time
Department: Various Head Office teams (aligned with your background and interests)

💰 Salary & Benefits

Salary: £26,000 per year (pro-rated for 10 weeks)
Perks include:
- ✈️ Discounted flights and global travel benefits
- 🌍 Generous annual leave to explore the world
- 🤝 Access to BA’s colleague networks (Flying Proud, BeMe)
- 🌱 Sustainability and community initiatives participation
- 🎓 Opportunity to become a Campus Ambassador after the internship
- 💬 Weekly virtual drop-in sessions with BA recruiters
- 👥 Be part of a vibrant graduate and intern community

🎯 What You’ll Be Doing

Work on real business projects that make an impact on BA’s operations.
Gain insight into key corporate functions (e.g. finance, HR, marketing, operations, or strategy).
Collaborate with diverse teams and build cross-departmental networks.
Develop leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Discover the aviation industry through mentorship, events, and workshops.

🎓 Who Can Apply

Must be enrolled at a university and returning to study after the internship.
Minimum predicted degree result: 2:2 or above (in any subject).
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the entire internship period. (Visa sponsorship is not available.)
Enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready to grow fast in a professional environment.

📅 Recruitment Timeline

Applications Open: 3 November – 19 November 2025
Video Interviews: November 2025
Assessment Centres: December 2025
Start Date: June 2026

👉 Note: You can apply for only one Emerging Talent scheme at BA.

🌈 Diversity & Inclusion at BA

British Airways celebrates individuality and believes diversity fuels innovation. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and cultures to join its mission to become a Better BA — connecting people, ideas, and opportunities across the globe.