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Careers Support for Students with Access and Support Requirements

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Careers Support for Students with Access and Support Requirements

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Careers & Employability Service support for Students with Access and Support Requirements

Learn more about resources and support for students/graduates with disabilities, long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, mental health conditions, or other access and support requirements.

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Neurodivergent-friendly job application tracker

To empower you in your unique job-seeking adventure, we’ve created a Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker template on Google Sheets.

This job application tracker serves as your centralised hub, where you can effortlessly manage, organise, and review the status of each application.

Having all your information in one place minimises the risk of overlooking essential details.

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upReach is an award-winning social mobility charity, driven by a vision of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential regardless of social background. Founded in 2012, we have grown from supporting 39 students to over 3,000, helping them access and sustain top graduate jobs every year.

We work in close partnership with leading employers and universities to support students from across the UK. Through 1-to-1 support and employability-boosting interventions, we empower students to discover a variety of career options, and develop the vital employability skills, networks and experiences needed to succeed in their chosen career and beyond.

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A careers guide developed by the Careers & Employability Service to support our LGBTQI+ students and graduates.

Topics include:

Identifying inclusive employers and opportunities

Job applications and interviews

Transgender status and employment checks

Coming out at work

Transitioning in the workplace

Dealing with discrimination

Dealing with isolation and the emotional impact of being out at work

Sources of support

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Stonewall UK and Proud Employers jobs board

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Stonewall UK and Proud Employers jobs board

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Stonewall is a UK human rights charity fighting for Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer+ equality. They campaign, support and advocate for the community in the UK and beyond.

Proud Employers is their job platform that advertises jobs with LGBTQ+inclusive employers.

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Consortium Opportunities a jobs board run by a UK-based charity that supports not-for-profit LGBT+ organisations and groups.

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LGBT Great Careers is a global job platform where great people can search and apply for new career opportunities within LGBTQ+ friendly financial and professional services companies.

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myGwork is a leading global networking and job platform connecting LGBTQ+ professionals with inclusive employers.

Opportunities

Global jobs board

Networking events

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes

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GenderJobs.org is a platform with a comprehensive list of job opportunities to work on gender equality and LGBTQI+ rights, curated by gender professionals and intersectional feminists who intimately know the sector and are extremely passionate about supporting other gender professionals and anyone who is aspiring to become one!

Opportunities and resources

Global jobs board

Resources

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GenderJobs.org is a platform with a comprehensive list of job opportunities to work on gender equality and LGBTQI+ rights, curated by gender professionals and intersectional feminists who intimately know the sector and are extremely passionate about supporting other gender professionals and anyone who is aspiring to become one!

Opportunities and resources

Global jobs board

Resources

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Search for jobs with Disability Confident employers throughout the UK.

The Disability Confident scheme The scheme encourages businesses to be more disability friendly, and provides a reassurance to disabled applicants that they will be supported in the business.

Filter by location, category and fulltime or part-time hours

TIP: don't rule out employers who don't have this - they may be at the start of their disability confident journey. It doesn't mean they won't support you - see the section on how to find disability-friendly employers for other signs to look out for.

https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/search?dc=1&loc=86383

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My Plus Students Club job board advertises jobs with inclusive employers.

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Evenbreak is a global disability job board run by and for people with lived experience of disability.

You can set up alerts for specific roles, create a profile showcasing your skills and decide whether to make that publicly available to our employers, as well as following employers you’re interested in working for.

You can sign up for our weekly email highlighting some of the roles available and listing all jobs added in the previous 7 days

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Enna jobs board advertises opportunities for neurodivergent candidates.

Register for free to get alerted through email whenever we have a job opportunity that matches your skillset and experience.

You'll also receive our Newsletter for Jobseekers which you can opt out from at any time.

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Creative Access - advertises internships and graduate opportunities. Supports talented people from groups that are under-represented in terms of ethnicity, socio-economic background, and disability to enter the creative industries and thrive when they get in.

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Vercida is a ‘careers site’ showcasing inclusive employers building sustainability, belonging and meritocracy into their workforce.

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Diversifying.io is a platform for people to find jobs with employers who are serious about diversity and inclusion

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes

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Change 100 is a transformative programme that connects talented individuals with inclusive employers. It provides:

Paid internships

Guidance on workplace adjustments

Access to professional development and mentoring.

The goal is to remove barriers and empower you to succeed.

To apply to Change 100, you must:

Identify as having a disability of a long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010.

Be in your penultimate or final year of university-level study or have graduated within the last five years.

Have the right to work in the UK during the internship period.

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BBC Extend is the BBC’s positive action employment programme for people who are deaf, disabled, or neurodivergent.

Whilst the BBC welcomes applications from disabled people for any of its advertised roles, and we encourage disabled people to apply for any roles, BBC Extend ringfences roles that only people defined as disabled by the Equality Act (2010) can apply for.

We recognise that disabled people are underrepresented in our workforce and our goal is to create more opportunities for disabled people at the BBC

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The ABL Foundation's mission is to break down the systemic barriers that Disabled students face when entering the workforce, by creating meaningful, paid internships that lead to lasting careers.

To be eligible for an internship you must meet both of the following criteria:

You must be one of the following:

A student on a gap year, with an unconditional offer to study at a UK university

Currently studying at a UK university

Be a recent graduate of a UK university (graduation year of 2020 or sooner)

You must have received/be in receipt of Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)

If you do not meet this specific criteria, but still consider yourself eligible for the programme, reach out to a member of our team at contact@ablfoundation.co.uk

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Get Set Progress is a pioneering programme providing paid internships exclusively for blind and partially sighted individuals.

Since 2015, Thomas Pocklington Trust has been at the forefront of transforming lives by offering exceptional internship opportunities, with a remarkable 85% of interns securing paid employment within just six months of leaving the programme.

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Inclusion Scotland works to achieve positive changes to policy and practice, so that disabled people are fully included throughout all Scottish society as equal citizens

Opportunities

A jobs board that advertises supported internships with Inclusion Scotland and their external partners

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Ambitious about Autism stands with autistic children, young people and their families to champion rights, campaign for change and create opportunities.

Employ Autism - provides paid work placements, and employment support and resources. The majority of opportunities are aimed at autistic young people aged 18-25 years old.

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In 2020, we launched the 100 Black Interns programme to offer paid internship opportunities to Black students and graduates

Opportunities:

10,000 Black Interns Programme

Paid summer internships for a minimum of six weeks, specific start dates will be decided between you and your employer.

Eligibility:

Over 18, Black or of Black heritage (including mixed heritage), AND currently studying at a UK university or recently graduated from a UK university within the last three years.

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Black Professionals UK is a free platform where UK-based Black professionals are equipped with skills and information to be the best they can within their chosen careers, while organisations’ inclusion and diversity ambitions are being met.

Opportunities:

Work placements

Mentoring programme

Job board

Events

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Colorintech was formed in 2016 to encourage more diversity in tech. They are an industry backed nonprofit dedicated to making tech more representative, more accessible and more inclusive.

Opportunities:

Find out more about opportunities for students and early careers

Sign up for their newsletters, including the Colorintech weekly newsletter

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Black Young Professionals Network – This organisation runs tailored events including careers webinars, networking and mentoring, and a jobs board.

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WCAN (Women in the City Afro-Caribbean Network)

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WCAN (Women in the City Afro-Caribbean Network)

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WCAN (Women in the City Afro-Caribbean Network) - a social enterprise dedicated to the personal and professional development for black women. A platform and network for black women from as young as school age to those well into their corporate careers.

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes

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Knowvate Hub is a community for connecting diverse groups and providing networks and events for members.

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Access to Work is a publicly funded employment support programme that aims to help more disabled people start or stay in work. It can provide practical and financial support if you have a disability or physical or mental health condition.

An Access to Work grant can pay for practical support to help you:

start working

stay in work

move into self-employment or start a business

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Access to Work: A Guide for the Arts and Cultural Sector

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Access to Work: A Guide for the Arts and Cultural Sector

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Disability Arts Online, in partnership with Cathy Waller Company, has written this guide to interpret the Access to Work rules and official guidance with specific advice for the arts and cultural sector.

There are many different types of work within the sector, artists and creatives tend to be self-employed and those working for organisations are usually employees.

That’s why this guide has three main sections:

Self-Employed

Employees & Company Directors

Employers

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WISE's mission is to improve the recruitment, retention and promotion of women and other diverse groups in STEM.

Opportunities

Global jobs board

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STEM Women We introduce inspiring graduate and apprenticeship employers to our STEM Women communities through graduate and apprenticeship careers events, job board, sourcing and digital marketing services.

Support and opportunities

Support for students and graduates includes a jobs board and events

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See Me freely available information, tools and resources to support employers and employees across Scotland address mental health stigma and discrimination in the workplace.

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auticon offers technology careers for autistic professionals and more.

Our IT consultants are all on the autism spectrum.

As an auticon employee, you would perform your job remotely or in the client’s office with the support of an auticon job coach.

Auticon’s consultants and clients are supported by our Neuroinclusion Coaches who ensure that the consultants’ work environments enable them to deliver to their full professional potential.

Our coaches promote inclusion and wellbeing and are integral to making sure our consultants feel supported in their assignments.

Quick reference resources include:

guides to autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia, highlighting strengths and challenges in the workplace and daily life

a quick guide to help neurodivergent people speak up for themselves and their needs at work and in their daily lives

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Enna jobs board advertises opportunities for neurodivergent candidates.

Register for free to get alerted through email whenever we have a job opportunity that matches your skillset and experience.

You'll also receive our Newsletter for Jobseekers which you can opt out from at any time.

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes

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The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) a membership organisation working to achieve a dyslexia-friendly society for all.

Helpline for support and advice - includes options for discussing work and applications

Reasonable adjustments guidelines - includes a workplace assessment form/process and examples of what an applicant can ask for

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Dyslexia Scotland is a membership organisation that is growing a community of people and organisations who believe in the vision of a dyslexia-friendly Scotland, where all people with dyslexia have their rights met and are able to reach their full potential.

Opportunities

Information leaflets including Dyslexia at work – employee guide and Job applications and interviews

Careers journeys - examples from other dyslexic people in careers and additional resources

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Exceptional Minds resources for anyone in the Creative Industries interested in increasing their awareness and understanding of neurodivergence and fostering a culture of equity and inclusion within the workplace.

Opportunities

Guidance for Neurodivergent Creatives is a section of the website providing tips and blog spaces for neurodivergent people.

Blog: an interactive blog space, for neurodivergent Creatives to share their own tips or experiences from the industry, to help others on their journey.

Resources page includes training opportunities, links to creative communities, job listings, job hunting resources, assistive tools for in the workplace, and sources of support.

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IWork4Me is a support service for self employed autistic individuals in Scotland.

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Employability Skills for Autistic Students and Graduates is a free online course that helps Students understand their skill sets and how to present them to employers, as well as guidance on understanding adverts and how to/whether to disclose your autism.

Requires an account (free).

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At Creative Access our mission is to enable people from communities that are under-represented in the creative industries to access careers, progress and reach leadership.

Opportunities

Job board

Resources and support

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AHEAD graduate work placements in Ireland

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AHEAD graduate work placements in Ireland

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AHEAD is an independent non-profit organisation working with and for disabled people in Ireland to shape inclusive and empowering environments in tertiary education and employment. The main focus of our work is further education and training, higher education and graduate employment.

Opportunities:

The WAM Programme offers graduates with disabilities the chance to undertake a minimum 6 month, paid, mentored work placements with high profile Irish employers.

GetAHEAD is a network of student and graduates with disabilities currently making the transition from third-level education to full time employment. GetAHEAD works to up-skill graduates with disabilities by providing training events and valuable information covering a wide range of topics and resources

To be eligible, you:

Must have a disability

Must be willing and ready to undertake full-time employment in the Republic of Ireland

Must have a level 6 qualification as outlined by the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)

If you have studied outside of Ireland check what level your qualifications are comparable to via NARIC Ireland - Foreign Qualifications.

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes

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The Blind in Business Employment Service is designed to help blind and partially sighted students and graduates prepare for and find jobs within their chosen careers.

Support for students and graduates includes:

Assistance with the practical aspects of completing application forms.

Specialised interview practice sessions with graduate interviewers from major employers.

Networking and support from blind and partially sighted employees and professionals.

Advice and support on obtaining equipment for work.

Information and advice on disclosing a visual impairment.

Free one-to-one appointments:

We can arrange a virtual one to oneappointment. During this session, we can discuss the support you may need. We can put together a tailored plan of action with you moving forward, helping you become recruitment ready.

To make an appointment email: emma@blindinbusiness.org.uk

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STAMMA is the largest UK charity and membership organisation representing people who stammer. Their free services are run by people who stammer, or those with a close connection to stammering.

Support and resources include:

Employment Support Service: If you are concerned about job hunting and interviews because of your stammer, or are having issues with stammering at work. Contact us. We'll discuss your concerns and explore ways we can support you.

Resources and tips for applying for jobs, coping in job interviews and succeeding at work with a stammer.

Links and downloads to help with stammering

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Scottish Stammering Network is the dedicated Scottish charity supporting and empowering those who stammer.

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Scope is a disability support service and charity that campaigns to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action.

Opportunities

Support to Work is a free online and telephone support programme for disabled people who are looking for paid work in England, Scotland and Wales.They provide one to one support and mentoring both during the job searching process and in work support.

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Neurodiversity-friendly graduate employers and how to find them

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Neurodiversity-friendly graduate employers and how to find them

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Neurodiversity-friendly graduate employers and how to find them

Discover companies that are particularly supportive of neurodivergent employees and the answers to your questions around job-hunting and neurodiversity.

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Equate Scotland works closely with students and academia to support women students studying STEM through their courses and into the start of their professional careers.

We do this through providing training, resources, and networking opportunities.

We have a wide network of students across Scotland, the network is powered by our Student Champions, Staff Champions, affiliated Student Groups, and partnerships with colleges and universities.

Opportunities and support

Experiential Learning Programmes

Student Training and Workshops

Support for professionals

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Where Women Work highlights progressive employers that are willing to take on and support women in the work place. They vet organisations according to 10 criteria.

Opportunities

Internships

Apprenticeships

Graduate careers

Direct contact with verified employers

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EqualEngineers Women’s Network, a space dedicated to amplifying the importance of physical and psychological safety for female engineers within the engineering and technology sectors.

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InterEngineering Network Is a vibrant and inclusive community now operating under the EqualEngineers umbrella, dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals in the engineering sector. Our mission is: to create an environment where LGBTQ+ engineers can thrive, connect, and lead.

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ACEN (African Caribbean Education Network)

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ACEN (African Caribbean Education Network)

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ACEN (African Caribbean Education Network)

Connect with fellow students, alumni, and professionals for educational and career opportunities.

We host an annual student conference and careers fair featuring companies such as Hachette, Hogan Lovells & Wunderman Thompson (WPP).

In addition, we regularly host events alongside organisations such as PwC and the Local Government Associations National Graduate Development Programme to raise awareness of their opportunities for students of African Caribbean heritage.

Additionally, we regularly receive information about programmes, initiatives, and events aimed at Black students. These are compiled and shared in our bi-weekly newsletter, which registered members receive.

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Interviews for the Women in Data campaign

Case studies of women working in data, tech, and related fields in Scotland

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The 93% Club is home to 45,000+ students, with more than 50 university societies across the UK. That’s a thriving community of state-educated mates that you can connect with on campus, at national events, and via our virtual platform.

Joining the 93% club is free and you’ll be able to tap into our professionals network, with thousands of passionate, accomplished individuals keen to help you break into the industries they already work in. The 93% also advertises opportunities too.

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The Fast Stream Summer Internship Programme (SIP)

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The Fast Stream Summer Internship Programme (SIP)

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The Fast Stream Summer Internship Programme (SIP) gives people from lower socio-economic backgrounds the opportunity to see what a career in the Civil Service is like. It puts talented undergraduates on a work placement in a government department. As a successful applicant, you’ll get an insight into the broad range of opportunities available across the Civil Service.

The SIP is a great way to prepare for a place on one of our Fast Stream graduate schemes, which could lead to many different career paths at the heart of the UK Government. Two months on the SIP could change your life! You’ll also be invited to undertake the ‘Fast Pass’, which is an accelerated route through Fast Stream selection.

The Fast Pass means if you receive a positive appraisal during the Summer Internship Programme, and then apply for Fast Stream within 12 months, you’ll be fast-tracked past the initial online selection stages.

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Aspiring Solicitors help aspiring trainee and qualified solicitors from diverse backgrounds prepare for and secure work placements, vacation schemes, training contracts and Associate roles with some of the UK and Ireland's top law firms, legal departments and in-house legal teams.

Support includes:

Coaching and mentoring

Insight from legal professionals

Legal sector work experience

Access to unique opportunities

Training contracts

Diversity schemes