This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain experience in a small, busy public affairs company in Westminster. During this six month internship you will develop experience of monitoring Parliamentary and policy developments and a good understanding of Westminster, Whitehall and EU processes.
The internship will start in late April 2014, be full-time and be based in Westminster. Some limited travel within the UK and to Brussels may be involved.
Key responsibilities
- Monitoring policy and legislative developments from a range of UK and European sources;
- Preparation of briefing notes, newsletters and press releases;
- Updating online content for client websites;
- Providing administrative support for clients including membership subscriptions, circulation of newsletters and other documentation;
- Supporting client meetings and events.
Essential skills
- A strong interest in current affairs;
- A basic understanding of Government and EU processes;
- The ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate written material;
- Excellent spoken and written English, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels;
- A good degree in a relevant subject such as politics, law or economics;
- Strong IT skills: MS Word for Windows, PowerPoint and Excel.
Desirable skills
- Experience of one or more of the following policy areas: charities, environment, CSR, property, taxation;
- Experience of using social media and/or website management;
- Proficiency in a second European language;
- Prior experience of political monitoring or working in a public affairs related role.
You must be
- A self starter capable of working on your own initiative with minimum supervision;
- A team player, willing to support colleagues by performing a range of office functions;
- Willing to commit yourself to the six month internship period;
- Enthusiastic and keen to learn;
- Eligible to work in the UK.