Work Experience

Description

13 – 17 July 2026

Aged 14-16 years and interested in engineering? 

Apply for a Engineering Work Experience Placement at our Maritime and Land Defence Solutions, Portsmouth Naval Base site.  Get real-world experience working as a BAE Systems engineer, plus insights into our business and cutting-edge projects. 

On successful completion of the placement, you’ll also gain a Silver Industrial Cadets Award.
 
This work experience placement is offered within the BAE Systems Maritime and Land Defence Solutions business unit. From our Maritime headquarters in Portsmouth, we are proud to support the Royal Navy in global operations. BAE Systems Maritime Services delivers end-to-end support to over 50 per cent of the Royal Navy’s surface fleet. Our services include ship upgrades, repairs, dockyard facilities management and provision of combat systems training. We also develop and support the Royal Navy’s complex equipment, such as radar, torpedoes and small vessels.  

During your 5-day work experience placement you’ll: 

Actively participate in practical fabrication, electrical and mechanical sessions, led by our experienced Skills Coaches and supported by our current Apprentices.
Hear about the work we do from engineers and other colleagues from across the business.
Contribute to planning and delivery of a group presentation project.
Take part in ice-breaking and team building activities.
Explore our world-leading products through facility tours.                                                                        Learn about our early careers programmes for school, college and university leavers.

Applications to close approximately 8 weeks before the programme begins. However, they may close earlier if high volumes of applications are received – we recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

Qualification requirements

This programme is for those 14 – 16 and in Year 10 or 11

Start date: 13 July 2026