The role of the ILC Public Affairs and Events Intern will be pivotal to supporting the ILC’s communications and engagement across all our programmes of work. It is a wonderful opportunity for the successful candidate to gain experience and skills which are of real value for careers in a variety of sectors. And you will be working alongside a friendly and supportive team.

We are committed to ensuring that any ILC internship has a clear role and purpose within the organisation. We’re looking for someone with strong writing and organisational skills with an interest in UK and international public affairs, to join the UK’s leading authority on the impact of longevity on society.

You will be responsible for identifying and liaising with new audiences and stakeholders relevant to the work of and vital to the success of the organisation. You will also be contacting MPs and Peers directly to highlight the ILC’s programmes of work and will have the opportunity to meet key individuals in the sector at both ILC and external events.

The ILC’s Public Affairs and Events Intern will support the team in the running and administering of ILC events in a variety of formats from inception to completion.

For a small organisation we offer good benefits, flexible working and a pension. We even give you your birthday as an extra day of leave as well as additional leave at Christmas and over the New Year.

Job description

Engaging the right people

1. Identify new audiences and stakeholders relevant to the work of the organisation.

2. Assist in the development and marketing of ILC events including the preparation and issuing of event mailouts and invitations, and digital communication processes, writing and scheduling tweets, and updating events on the ILC website.

3. Monitor relevant UK/EU and international policy and engagement opportunities.

4. Engage in ILC public affairs and political influencing activity, including contacting MPs and Peers and drafting parliamentary questions.

5. Manage the ILC key stakeholder list

Managing internal and external communications

6. Help monitor and filter the ILC’s events inboxes to ensure that emails are efficiently responded to as appropriate.

7. Act as ILC website content editor ensuring it is kept up to date and is working effectively. Act as liaison with the external web developer. Assist the Senior Communications and Engagement Officer in the review and update of the ILC website.

8. Check that every project has a communications plan and monitor the delivery of actions.

Improving our efficiency and impact

 9. Supporting the team in the running and administering of ILC events in a variety of formats from inception to completion.

Person specification

1. Excellent attention to detail

2. Good IT and tech skills with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new IT platforms

3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

4. Excellent time management and organisation skills, managing competing deadlines and balancing short- and long-term tasks

5. Pioneering and proactive