VIE Business Support

Job description

Job Description:

The Volunteer for International Experience (VIE) i s a unique international program sponsored by the French Ministries of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion, open to Airbus to offer young professionals the opportunity to have valuable paid work experience abroad in a technical or business function.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France’s eligibility criteria. VIE Main Requirements:

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European Union citizens (plus Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Monaco)

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Graduates up to and including 28 years old (a VIE mission can begin no later than the day of the 29th birthday)

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Have fulfilled military obligations for their country, if any

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Must be registered on the Mon Volontariat International website before the age of 28

Important Note: As the VIE is an international mobility program, candidates cannot be assigned to their country of origin. Consequently, we cannot consider applications from Finnish citizens for this role based in Finland.

For more information: Mon Volontariat International (in English, German, Italian and Spanish)

Airbus' team plays a vital role in supporting those who secure, preserve, prevent, and defend. With a profound expertise in crafting mission-critical solutions, we're not just changing the game in aerospace, we are creating a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world. 

We offer advanced communication and collaboration solutions, compliant with the highest standards of security and reliability, both for mission and business critical users. And we need new minds to join our journey to break the borders of the ordinary. 

We are now looking for a Business Support VIE   to support the different functions of the Business Support team in our Public Safety and Security (PSS) business . 

This is your chance to get a comprehensive view on business-to-business processes in a truly global environment. By joining our team, you accumulate expertise that becomes the powerful force propelling your career forward. If you're interested in exploring and working within a multicultural workplace with unique opportunities, this is your chance.

Read more about your job as our Business Support VIE!

The Business Support team at PSS is responsible for global functions such as Strategic Pricing, Channel Partner Management, Sales Support, Go-to-Market and Operational Excellence. As such, this position offers the chance to participate in a wide range of activities, such as process improvement, data collection and analysis, and market research. You will also have the opportunity to support the CEO of Airbus Defence and Space Oy in his daily workflow. You will be working with various stakeholders across the business and be supported by the international and diverse Business Support team.

Your working days can include doing preliminary market research to support innovation projects and their go-to-market, preparing materials for governance committees as well as supporting in the development of the team’s ways of working. You'll also have the chance to engage in additional responsibilities, such as helping develop AI-usage in the different Business Support activities.

For us, it is really important to support your professional growth. Therefore, we are looking forward to hearing what excites you so we can involve you in work tasks and projects sparking your interest.

The duration of this VIE period is 12 months and will start on an agreed date in May/June 2026. The position is full-time with 37,5 hours per week.

Why choose us?

We're in the business of tackling cool projects with top-notch tech. Which means:

Purpose : With us you make a difference every day, contributing to projects that directly impact public safety and security.

Multicultural Environment: Joining a vibrant team where collaboration knows no borders, provides you an enriching opportunity to expand your horizons and work on diverse projects across various countries and cultures.

Company Culture: You become part of a flexible and collaborative culture that fosters diversity. Together, we're on a transformative journey, embracing new ways of working through open communication and cooperation, nurturing meaningful change.

Skillset Development: With ongoing projects and new tenders constantly on the horizon, there's ample room for growth and a chance to expand your expertise in diverse domains. 

Career Opportunities: Whether your aspirations lie in leadership roles, specialized domains, or international ventures, we're committed to supporting your journey every step of the way.

Hybrid Working: We believe in flexibility that supports the well-being of our employees and at the same time value the face to face encounters at the office. According to our hybrid working model, you can work up to 2 days per week remotely. 

Let’s talk about you – who is set to thrive in this position?

We believe that a business related education and background might offer you good prerequisites for succeeding in the role.

Most importantly we are looking for someone with a positive can-do attitude and good sense of humor! The curiosity to learn, ability to work independently and eagerness to take responsibility will help you succeed in this position. We appreciate it if you are eager to embrace different tasks as the assignments vary from day to day. 

Otherwise, we value your enthusiasm for personal development and growth. You're someone who dares to take initiative and follow through. If there's something you're unsure of or need assistance with, we're here to help. Success in our work comes from our collective efforts.

Our regulated environment and high expectations sometimes call for perseverance and resilience from us. We hope this doesn't scare you.

English serves as the working language. Our multicultural workplace offers you the chance to brush up on your language skills. 

What happens next?

You can apply for this VIE position until 10 th of April 2026 . Please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter.

If you have any questions regarding this position, working with us, your future supervisor, Heidi Arppe-Viitanen, will be happy to provide further information. You can reach her by phone (+358 40 594 3227) during the 31st of March between 16:00-17:00 EET. 

We are thrilled to have you as part of our team – let us hear from you!

As a proven leader in the global aerospace sector, Airbus Group consists of three divisions: Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters and Defence & Space employing globally around 165 000 employees. 

In Finland, Airbus Defence and Space Oy employs around 400 people in Helsinki and Jyväskylä. Most of our employees work in the Public Safety and Security business unit. We support our customers in public safety organisations such as police, defence, fire & rescue, healthcare & hospitals, airports, transportation, oil & gas, and utilities, collaborating in a smart and secure manner. While offering hybrid solutions to support our customers on a smooth evolution path, we are playing an active role in shaping future communications and collaborations technology and setting the ground for new standards. 

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Defence and Space Oy

Contract Type:
VIE, VISC

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Experience Level:
Entry Level

Job Family:
Improvement & Performance Management

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to  emsom@airbus.com .

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