Sandwell Council's Internship Programme – Paid
- Employer
- Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
- Location
- Various locations across the borough
- Salary
- £1731.60
- Closing date
- 16 Apr 2020
- Reference
- SAND000003847
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- Sector
- Local Councils
- Job Type
- Graduate trainees
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term Contract
- Working Pattern
- Standard
- Hours
- Full-Time
Job Details
Sandwell Council is building a better future for the people who live and work within our communities.
If you’re an under-graduate or have recently graduated, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to make a valuable contribution to the work we’re doing.
Through our paid summer internship programme, you’ll be given the chance to build on your existing skills and knowledge, whilst helping to make a real difference to important projects and initiatives.
Our programme will help give you a head start in your future career and will enable you to gain experience that will really impress future employers.
To be one of our interns, you will need to be willing to give your time, energy and enthusiasm, enabling you to be your best. You’ll need to be respectful of others but have the confidence to share your ideas and bring a fresh perspective to your area of work. You’ll need to be committed and driven to make the most of this opportunity.
During the twelve weeks you are with us, you will work on a key project here at Sandwell. Take a look at the attached document, which gives an overview of the projects on offer, and see which one is a fit for you.
With on the job training and support, we will help you realise your full potential, broaden your knowledge and develop new skills.
This is truly an experience which will stand out on your CV and offer you great prospects for the future.
Today’s talent, tomorrow’s workforce.
In your application please ensure you attach your latest CV and a covering letter.
Please note: The first stage of selection will take place between 30 April to 1 May 2019. The second stage of selection will take place between 9 May to 10 May 2019.
The Internship will commence on 24 June 2019 and will end on 13 September 2019.
Salary
£1731.60 for the 12-week placement
Hours
37 hours per week
Closing Date
22 April 2019
This vacancy and advert will be closed as soon as sufficient applications are received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible.
Supporting documentsInternship Information Flyer
Project Information
Information for Applicants
Company
Who are we?
Sandwell is situated at the very heart of the West Midlands, just a stone’s throw from Birmingham. A large, diverse, metropolitan borough, Sandwell offers exciting opportunities for all in a friendly, supportive environment.
Why work for us?
- Generous annual leave entitlements
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to an award-winning employee benefits scheme, which includes:
- An exclusive retail discounts portal
- Salary sacrifice schemes for cars, bikes, technology and car parking
- An employee assistance and counselling service
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- A wide variety of learning and development opportunities
- Flexi-time working
- A variety of leave schemes including carers, compassionate, maternity and paternity
- Volunteering scheme
Your career at Sandwell Council
We offer something for everyone, with an incredibly wide range of career opportunities, at any stage of your career, from apprentices to senior managers.
Whether your focus is a support service, such as Finance, Human Resources, Legal or ICT, or a frontline service, such as Social Care, Planning & Regeneration, Housing or Leisure, it’s worth looking at what Sandwell has to offer.
Our plans for the future
Our Vision 2030 shows just how committed we are to creating the best future possible for our communities and for the people who live and work in Sandwell.
We’re a progressive organisation, and we’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, but we know there’s much more to do to make our vision. For more information on our plans for the future see our dedicated vision 2030 page; http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/Vision2030
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit;
https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
For information on our Values and Behaviours, please visit:
https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/council/values-behaviours
To view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide, please visit;
https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/staticpages/30847/local-government-careers
- Website
- http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/
- Telephone
- 0121 569 3300
- Location
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Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Sandwell Council House
Freeth Street
Oldbury
West Midlands
B69 3BS
United Kingdom
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