Airport Futures
Explore careers. Gain experience. Build your future.
About Airport Futures
Airport Futures is an exclusive partnership between Trafford & Stockport College Group and Manchester Airport, designed to help you develop career-ready skills, gain industry experience and explore pathways into careers across the aviation sector.
Whether you’re interested in aviation, engineering, digital technology, hospitality or business and operations, Airport Futures gives you opportunities to connect your learning with the world of work
Powered by Manchester Airport Skills Hub
What you’ll experience
As part of Airport Futures, you could benefit from:
- Work experience opportunities
- Airside tours
- Industry projects
- Guest speaker sessions
- Mock interviews
- Employability support
These experiences are designed to help you build confidence, develop professional skills and gain a better understanding of careers connected to one of the UK’s busiest airports.
Career pathways
Airport Futures supports career exploration across a range of sectors, including:
- Aviation and tourism
- Engineering and technical industries
- Digital and technology careers
- Business and professional services
- Hospitality, retail and leisure
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aviation Operations
Interested in a future career within the aviation industry?
Our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aviation Operations endorsed by Manchester Airport, provides the knowledge, skills and industry understanding needed to prepare for a wide range of aviation-related careers.