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Air Force: Recruitment

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 1 April 2025UIN 41505

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether a programme similar to the Army Officer Internship scheme exists in the RAF.

Answered by Al Carns

The Royal Air Force (RAF) does not currently offer an internship programme similar to the Army Officer Internship Scheme. However, there are a number of programmes that provide an insight to RAF life such as University Air Squadrons and through work experience placements for students aged 16 and over who are in full-time education. There are also a number of bursaries available to support those planning a career in the RAF.

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