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Reference: 98622

Date Added: 18 February 2026
Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Job Title: Intern

Working For: Sir Ashley Fox MP (Bridgwater)

Location: London

Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales

Length of Contract: 6 months

Job Details

We are offering a part-time 6-month internship to work in Sir Ashley Fox MP’s Parliamentary office. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Parliamentary Assistant and be proactive, motivated and dedicated with a strong interest in politics.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to get started in a career in politics and develop skills across a range of responsibilities. We are looking for between 2-4 days per week, to be negotiated with the right candidate. The role can be flexible, so may suit those studying or with caring responsibilities, or to combine with other interests.

The ideal candidate will have:
- A high standard of written and verbal communication
- A positive and enthusiastic approach
- Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy and resilience
- The ability to work both independently and as a part of a team
- Excellent organisation skills
- Awareness of current affairs
- Integrity and discretion
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Sympathy for the aims and values of the Conservative Party

Responsibilities will include:
- Responding to research or casework requests from the constituency office
- Assisting with speechwriting
- Supporting the team with office administration
- Attending meetings to support Ashley
- Drafting correspondence
- Conducting research and preparing briefings
- Diary management

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Interview/Start Dates

Interviews will take place w/c 2nd March. Start date w/c 13 April 2026.

Application Details

Please send a CV and a one-page cover letter to jamesk.craig@parliament.uk with the subject 'INTERN – Your name’

Website: http://www.ashleyfox.org.uk/

Additional Notes