Rebecca Smith MP is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to join her friendly team for a 12 month fixed term internship.

This is an exciting opportunity for a school leaver or recent graduate who is interested in politics and Parliament. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience working in an MP’s office, supporting Rebecca with her constituency and Parliamentary responsibilities.

The internship is intended to provide an insight into how Parliament and an MP's office operates, with the opportunity to develop skills in research, communications, and administration. This opportunity will be of particular interest to applicants with an understanding of South West Devon and the issues affecting the local community.

The role will involve working in Rebecca's Westminster office, with the likelihood of occasional travel to the constituency (with travel and accommodation funded by Parliament).

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Helping manage policy correspondence and drafting responses to constituents under supervision.
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the Westminster office.
• Supporting communications output, including video editing, drafting content for social media and newsletters.
• Supporting the team with researching and preparing briefings on a wide range of issues.
• Assisting with projects across the office.
• Monitoring media coverage and helping brief the MP.

Rebecca represents a varied constituency in Devon.
You can find out more by visiting www.rebecca.smith.org.uk and Facebook: fb.com/SWDevonRebecca.