MBA Intern – CIO Office (Strategy & Operations)

Job Description:

Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry operating in the commercial aircraft helicopters defence and space sectors. Our digital transformation is at the heart of our future and the CIOs office is the nerve centre for this change. We are looking for a driven strategic and agile MBA candidate to join the CIOs Office in India and contribute to high-impact initiatives.

Position Summary

This is a unique high-visibility opportunity for a current MBA candidate to gain direct exposure to the strategic management of a global IT/Digital organization. Reporting to the Chief of Staff (CoS) to the CIO you will act as a key enabler for the CIOs leadership team.

This role is a blend of strategy operations data analytics and project management. You will be responsible for supporting the operational rhythm of the business enhancing organizational intelligence and driving key strategic projects that enable the CIOs agenda.

Key Responsibilities

• Office of the CIO Operations:

  • Support the Chief of Staff in managing the daily operations and strategic cadence of the CIOs office including preparing for executive reviews tracking key priorities and managing leadership meeting agendas.

  • Assist in coordinating high-priority cross-functional projects ensuring alignment with the CIOs strategic goals.

  • Prepare high-quality presentations reports and briefing documents for the CIO and senior leadership.

• Performance Management:

  • Contribute to the performance management framework for the IT/Digital organization.

  • Assist in tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) against strategic business objectives.

  • Analyze performance data to identify trends areas for improvement and potential risks.

• Dashboard Development & Business Intelligence:

  • Design develop and maintain executive-level dashboards (e.g. using Power BI Tableau or similar tools) to provide real-time visibility into project status financial performance and operational health.

  • Translate complex datasets into clear actionable insights for senior management.

• Knowledge Management:

  • Support the development and implementation of a robust Knowledge Management (KM) strategy for the CIO organization.

  • Help establish best practices for capturing organizing and disseminating critical information and intellectual property.

  • Identify tools and processes to improve collaboration and information accessibility across digital teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Currently enrolled in a full-time MBA program from a premier business school.

• Analytical Skills: Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with a proven ability to synthesize complex information and make data-driven recommendations.

• Technical Skills:

  • High proficiency in Google slides (crafting executive-level narratives) and Google sheet (data analysis modeling).

  • Hands-on experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Looker studio Power BI Tableau) is highly preferred.

  • Familiarity with Knowledge Management tools is a plus.

• Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • High degree of discretion professionalism and integrity in handling confidential information.

  • A self-starter attitude resourceful and a creative problem-solver.

What We Offer

• Direct mentorship from the Chief of Staff and exposure to the CIO and senior leadership team.

• The opportunity to work on high-impact strategic projects that shape the digital future of Airbus.

• A front-row seat to C-level decision-making in a leading global technology company.

• A dynamic collaborative and international work environment.

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

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