Join the PubAffairs Network

Established in January 2002, PubAffairs is the premier network and leading resource for the public affairs, government relations, policy and communications industry.

The PubAffairs network numbers over 4,000 members and is free to join. PubAffairs operates a general e-Newsletter, as well as a number of other specific group e-Newsletters which are also available to join by completing our registration form.

The PubAffairs e-Newsletters are used to keep members informed about upcoming PubAffairs events and networking opportunities, job vacancies, public affairs news, training courses, stakeholder events, publications, discount offers and other pieces of useful information related to the public affairs and communications industry.

Join the Network

The Institute for Government is currently inviting applications for our autumn 2016 internship programme starting in September 2016.

We will give you:

  • The opportunity to work in a well-respected institution at the heart of Westminster with close connections to government and all political parties.
  • Experience of working on one or more research projects, where you can explore new areas of work and develop your skills.
  • The chance to attend regular seminars, receptions and social activities.
  • Access to internal training sessions on research methods.
  • Breakfast and lunch in our staff canteen.

What we are looking for:

We are looking to take on a number of interns in September 2016 to work across the research and learning team. The precise nature of each internship will vary according to the needs of projects, but past interns have found themselves carrying out literature reviews, conducting interviews with MPs and civil servants, organising events, undertaking data collection and analysis, presenting research findings to colleagues, writing blogs and contributing to and co-writing published reports. Interns are also required to help out with some administrative and other tasks.

Applicants should be confident and reliable graduates with:

  • An excellent academic record;
  • A degree/predicted grade of 2:1 or above or international equivalent;
  • Knowledge of or interest in government in the UK and elsewhere;
  • Strong organisational and research/analytical skills;
  • The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
  • Commitment to the values and mission of the Institute for Government.

Applicants should be available to work on a full-time basis. Internships are offered for three months in the first instance. There is the potential to extend - normally to six months - subject to strong performance. Salaries for Interns are currently £17,000 per annum equivalent, which is on the basis of a 37.5-hour week.

Closing date

Applications for this post closed 11:00am on Monday 4th July 2016