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Bae Systems

  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Bae Systems Graduate Programs & Internships

  • Defence & Aerospace

What It Does: BAE Systems collaborate with industry and academic leaders to develop future technologies. This company designs, manufactures, upgrades, and supports combat vehicles. BAE Systems also manufactures precision munitions, missile launchers, and artillery systems. BAE Systems also supplies intelligence and cyber capabilities.

Mission: Their mission is to provide an essential edge to secure what matters most.

Size and Presence: BAE Systems employs more than 36,000 employees across 20 locations in the UK.

Best Known For: BAE Systems is widely regarded as the largest defence contractor in Europe and the 7th largest globally. People's Lovie Award named BAE Systems the Best Government and Civic Website. This company is best known for producing defence mechanisms for air, land, and water.

The Good Bits: Employees enjoy job security. BAE Systems offer their employees mouth-watering benefits.

The Not-So-Good Bits: There is very high competition for employment in this company.

The Bae Systems Story

BAE Systems was established in late 1999 when British Aerospace purchased Marconi Electronic Systems for £7.7 billion. Due to its heritage, BAE Systems had several predecessors in the defence and aerospace industry. When British Aerospace was privatised, BAE Systems became the beneficiary of the British government's share. The company's first yearly report pinpointed support services to armed forces and integrated systems for naval, land, and aerial applications and Airbus as the key areas of growth. In 2004, BAE Systems decided to expand and invest in the US. A review of the American market confirmed the appeal of the land systems sector.

The company made a couple of strategic acquisitions in 2004 and 2005. This propelled BAE Systems from a limited supplier of land systems to the second-largest supplier in the world. During the period between 2008 and 2011, this company purchased five cybersecurity companies to review the reduced government spending on traditional defence systems such as tanks and warships. In mid-2004, BAE Systems considered selling its shipbuilding subsidiaries - BAE Systems Submarines and BAE Systems Naval Ships.

In 2012, there was a proposed merger between EADS and BAE Systems, which would have resulted in the latter owning up to 40% of the organisation. This didn't fall through. In 2o20, BAE Systems was awarded a £2.4 billion contract for 20 years.

Culture & Vibe

BAE Systems was founded on trust, boldness, and innovation. BAE Systems realise the importance of a diverse and inclusive work environment. A place where all employees, regardless of their race, sexuality, gender, or religion, will feel a sense of belonging, be respected and be valued. The company also believes the diversity of skill sets, perspectives, and work experience can be a catalyst to the organisation's growth. There is mutual respect between coworkers and a sense of professionalism that other companies can learn from. This healthy working atmosphere seems like the right fit for fresh graduates and interns.

Career Prospects

BAE Systems recognise that investing in the career development of its employees is a win for them and a win for their employees. This is why they make some career programs and leadership courses available to achieve that. There's the Accelerate Graduate Program targeted at University finalists, graduates, and post-graduates. There are also Summer Internships, Industrial Placements, Insight Experiences and Accelerate Finance Programs. Fresh graduates and interns can learn from the mentorship of expert minds.

Recruitment Process

BAE Systems have a very simple recruiting process. After reviewing applications and picking suitable candidates, the Talent Acquisition Team, in partnership with the hiring managers, will reach out to candidates to schedule an appointment for an interview. Afterwards, they will extend employment offers to successful candidates.

Remuneration

A fresher at BAE Systems earn an average annual salary of £35,000.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • Sick leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Pension

Social Contributions

In its support for environmental sustainability, BAE Systems intends to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Controversies

There's no widely published controversy.

Jobs & Opportunities

Locations With Jobs & Opportunities
  • Surrey
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