Summer Internship Scheme

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About the role

Each year we look to bring fresh ideas to the organisation by taking on between 10 and 12 interns over the summer. We get to work with new talent and creativity, plus an insight into how we can deliver the best opportunities to young people; you get to learn new skills while on a paid internship and kick start to your international career.

As an intern, you will have a fantastic opportunity to step into the world of cultural relations with an organisation that values diversity and innovation. You will join one of our teams in either our London or Manchester office, working with a dedicated line manager on international projects that really add value to our organisation.

You will also take part in a group project with your fellow interns. Here you will be able to build your project management and team working skills, as well as receiving career advice and training that provide you with direction, perspective and experience to take away with you on completion of the programme.

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What positions are available?

When you join, we will match you with a department that we feel aligns well with your experiences, potential and ambitions. You will have one area of work to focus on but you will have the opportunity to learn about all of our work across a number of areas and functions including our Music, Science, Policy and External Relations teams and many more!

To learn more about what we look for when recruiting for our intern scheme, please ensure you take a look at the role profile document on our jobs portal before applying. This document contains useful examples of the type of work you may be completing whilst on the scheme as well as the all-important person specification that we will use throughout the recruitment process.

How can I apply?

If you need any more information then please visit our dedicated internship scheme page on our Study Work Create portal. Where you will be able to learn more about the application process and core criteria for the scheme.

Please note that we expect to receive in excess of 2,000 applications for this year’s scheme, so please ensure you meet and understand the core requirements before submitting an application.

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the British Council's Child Protection policy, any appointment is contingent on thorough checks. In the UK, and in other countries where appropriate systems exist, these include criminal records checks.