Michael Wheeler, Labour MP for Worsley & Eccles, is pleased to be recruiting for his second summer internship programme. This programme is aimed at young people aged between 16 and 24 from the Worsley & Eccles area, however, all suitable candidates will be considered.

This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable political experience for a motivated individual who is looking to work in this field.

The paid internship will run for six weeks and will be based between the Worsley & Eccles constituency and Westminster.

Key Responsibilities:

· Undertake a range of tasks to support Michael in his role as a constituency MP
· Work with the team, providing support and gaining experience across several areas of work
· Research key policy areas and provide briefings and reports to Michael and the team
· Assist with speech writing and drafting written and oral Parliamentary questions
· Deal with standard queries from constituents over the telephone, face-to-face or by email
· Draft casework and policy responses to constituents
· Work with the team to monitor and update Michael’s social media presence across multiple platforms, producing high quality online graphics and video content
· Work with the team to keep Michael’s website up to date, drafting new articles and other updates
· Assist with and attend constituency advice surgeries
· Attend other meetings with Michael and/or other team members

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

· A keen interest in politics and shared aims, values and objectives with the Labour Party
· Previous experience of working with a team to achieve results
· A positive and friendly attitude
· Good research and/or casework skills, with experience in a paid, educational or voluntary capacity
· Previous experience of creating content for social media