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Reference: 67423

Date Added: 20 August 2018
Closing Date: 31 August 2018

Job Title: Research & Admin Intern

Working For: Office of Lord Waverley

Location: London

Charity Number: Expenses will be covered

Salary: Kent

Length of Contract:

Job Details

The Office of Lord Waverley is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to assist with the smooth running of Lord Waverley’s parliamentary projects.

Working closely with Lord Waverley’s Senior Parliamentary Researcher and Communications Advisor this internship is a fantastic opportunity for a self-starter looking to be involved in all aspects of parliamentary affairs.

Ideally the Research & Admin Intern will work from Lord Waverley’s Parliamentary Office for one day each week with the rest of the work being undertaken independently from home. Lord Waverley is looking for a good administrator with an interest in Parliament and International Relations.

The main purpose of this role will be in supporting Lord Waverley with a number of exciting projects focused on parliamentary education and foreign affairs. This opportunity will provide an immersion into the world of Westminster, at one of the most interesting, yet turbulent periods in modern history.

To be successful in this role the applicant should demonstrate:
• Good communication skills.
• Social media awareness.
• Experience of providing basic administrative support.
• A basic understanding of British Politics with an ambition to develop this understanding.
• Be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Be organised, with the ability to work to deadlines.

This position should be seen as a development opportunity and therefore applicants concluding their A-Levels or University education are encouraged to apply. This internship can be undertaken on a flexible basis so that individuals can, fit this opportunity around employment, studies and other commitments.

Closing Date: 31 August 2018

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews to be held in Westminster on an ongoing basis. Lord Waverley may appoint before the closing date. Duration of intership is to be discussed during the interview.

Application Details

Please send a copy of your latest CV and a covering letter including a brief description of why you want to undertake this internship, to meadej@parliament.uk 

Website: https://www.lordwaverley.com

Additional Notes