Graduate programmes at CAA

3 years – rotational programme, fully funded professional qualification (ACCA) with opportunity to progress into a permanent Economist or Finance Specialist role.

Ideal for those interested in the world of travel and finance with a numerical, analytical, and exceptional communications skills and drive.

The diversity of what we deliver, our aspirations to provide consumers, operators, government and others with financial confidence and stability is unique, and our Graduate Programme will give you a fully funded and highly regarded professional qualification, coupled with an enviable set of skills to enable you to become a rising star.

This will be a 3-year rotational graduate programme, providing successful graduates with the opportunity to stretch and challenge themselves across various programme related placements within our Consumer Markets Group, designed to nurture and develop skills, knowledge and leadership potential within aviation and travel finance, the dynamics of the sector and its regulatory environment.

Throughout the programme Graduates will complete placements across the breadth of our functions within the CAA, which will include:

Developing strong knowledge, skills and experience in the financial assessment and licensing of airlines and tour operators, additionally being coached and guided in handling complex corporate finance issues from a regulatory perspective.

Obtaining strong knowledge, skills and experience in the economic regulation of Heathrow Airport and NERL (provides Air Traffic Control Services).

2-year rotational programme.  For those who have already graduated or graduating in 2024 we have launched a new Business Management Graduate programme.

Starting in September 2024, the graduate scheme will be delivered at the CAA on a two-year Graduate Business Management Programme in which graduates will have the opportunity to rotate across the business. Whilst on the programme experience will be gained through undertaking 3 x 8-month rotations, within a range of key roles and/or projects across the CAA. This not only means variety, but the chance to broaden commercial awareness and skill set, gaining an insight into the UK CAA in its entirety.

These rotations will provide the opportunity to test out completely different business areas, roles and help craft and develop future career choices within the CAA. 

Programme Outline

•          2-year programme

•          3 x 8-month cross functional rotational placements

•          Induction training programme

•          Tailored career development planning

•          Accessible and approachable mentorship from senior leaders

•          Opportunities to work on strategic business development projects

•          On programme training

•          Part of a graduate cohort community

•          Graduate Buddy