thanks redsnail, yes all the placements are ground based and predominantly office based. They allow you to learn about the airline and develop an understanding of how the airline operates within the departments that you are posted to. If you do a good job, then it puts you in a better position to land a job within the industry - either a different company or BA, as they will give you a good reference.
Of course, my intention has always been to be a commercial pilot but finances and the world-wide recession have temporarily put that on hold (I'm completing my PPL at the moment though). These placements might open up new opportunities for me and I might find a ground based job which I love.
Anyway, thanks for the replies. Keep them coming.......
I'm going to call the recruitment hotline and ask them I think.
Regards,
Champ