HR Intern

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.

We're looking for a current student who is open to starting with us asap on a part-time basis, before moving to a full-time year in industry in September 2026.

The Interim HR Support role provides day‑to‑day administrative and operational assistance to the Human Resources team. The position focuses on maintaining accurate employee records, supporting onboarding processes, assisting with HR queries, and contributing to HR projects that enhance compliance, employee experience, and operational efficiency. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, regulated environment are essential.

The role is fully office‑based, supporting the HR team on‑site to ensure timely and effective delivery of day‑to‑day HR operations.

What You'll Be Doing

Onboarding and Records Management

• Support onboarding activities by preparing documentation, coordinating induction materials, and ensuring HR systems are updated.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files in line with company and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Update employee data in the HR Information System (HRIS) and support routine data audits.

Administrative Support

• Respond to routine HR queries from employees and managers, escalating more complex matters as needed.
• Prepare HR letters, documentation, and internal communications.
• Support absence management processes, including tracking and documentation.

HR Projects and Initiatives

• Contribute to HR projects such as training coordination, employee engagement activities, or compliance initiatives.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team to ensure smooth daily operations.

What You'll Bring

Education

• Currently in education working towards a Degree in Human Resources or industrial relations.

Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and Copilot).
• Strong administrative and organisational capabilities.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset.

Attributes

• Demonstrates confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Adaptable and proactive, with a willingness to support a wide range of HR activities.

Key Outcomes

• Accurate and compliant employee records and HR documentation.
• Smooth and positive onboarding experience for new starters.
• Timely and reliable administrative support to the HR team.
• Improved efficiency and consistency across HR processes and projects.

What We'll Offer

Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:

• Paid Internship paying national minimum wage.
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis.
• Life Assurance 8 x salary.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at early on a Friday.
• Income protection.
• Shopping discounts.
• Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​
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