Create an impact with a Public Policy | Internship

Public Policy | Southampton provides a variety of internship opportunities, each designed to immerse you in the heart of policy-making and give you invaluable, real‑world experience.

IGNITE Internship

If you’re part of the “Ignite Your Success” programme, you’ll receive dedicated support to land a paid internship in your first year! Learn more on our IGNITE page.

Digital Communications Officer Internship

Every year, we recruit passionate Digital Communications Officers to:

• Shape the Narrative: Craft compelling content that highlights our research to the public and policy‑makers.
• Bridge the Gap: Act as the vital link between the University and the wider policy community, inside and outside the institution.
• Elevate Our Impact: Design user‑friendly digital experiences that showcase our work and drive engagement.

This role offers a rich variety of tasks—from social media strategy to website enhancements—and a chance to watch your ideas transform policy discourse in real time. Applications usually open in July.

More Opportunities at Southampton

Can’t find your perfect match here? The University of Southampton hosts a broad range of additional internships across disciplines. Explore them on the University Internships page.  

Curious about life “on the inside”?

Discover what it’s like to be one of our interns—read firsthand accounts and reflections from past participants on our blog: