Bromsgrove MP Sajid Javid is recruiting for a paid intern in his Westminster parliamentary office starting in September. The internship is offered as part of the Speaker of the House of Common’s Parliamentary Placement Scheme, which offers paid internships in MPs’ offices to people who would not normally get that kind of opportunity.

Sajid explained:

“I’m a big supporter of making sure that background is never a barrier to engagement in politics. Parliament is a truly unique place to work in and I want to encourage anyone with a real passion for politics and serving Bromsgrove to get in touch and join my team”.

The scheme looks to open up Parliament and politics to people of all ages and from all walks of life. It pays the London Living Wage over the nine month placement and provides help and support to prepare participants for the world of work – particularly in politics.

It combines work in Parliament from Monday to Thursday, and on Friday the intern will undertake training and experience in a range of private and public sector placements - as well as working in different departments within the House of Commons. 

One of the current interns on the scheme said:

“Working in Westminster has been an amazing experience. I’ve learnt so much and found working in an MP’s office fascinating. It’s been incredibly helpful in terms of deciding my next steps in life and I am so grateful for the opportunity.”

Applications for the 2016/17 cohort are now open and close on 17 June.

If you are interested in applying you can find out more at: www.thecreativesociety.co.uk/uncategorized/speakers-scheme/