Business & Communications Industry Placement - Hybrid

Environment Agency; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with ethical investment

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible hours and time back for overtime

Job summary

A leading environmental organisation in the UK is offering a Business and Communications Industry Placement for 2026, with opportunities in multiple locations including Preston. This role includes diverse responsibilities such as supporting communications, digital engagement, and project coordination while offering a chance to develop key skills in a public organisation. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree and possess a keen interest in communications and project coordination. A generous benefits package is provided, including substantial annual leave and a robust pension plan.

Qualifications

• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Will be required to give evidence of qualification upon success.

Responsibilities

• Support external communications and media responses.
• Assist with digital engagement projects.
• Create learning materials and organise events.
• Help run the Environment & Science Graduate Training Scheme.
• Design recruitment content and support outreach.
• Contribute to digital projects and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Interest in communications

Project coordination

Creativity

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in undergraduate degree or master's program

Job description

A leading environmental organisation in the UK is offering a Business and Communications Industry Placement for 2026, with opportunities in multiple locations including Preston. This role includes diverse responsibilities such as supporting communications, digital engagement, and project coordination while offering a chance to develop key skills in a public organisation. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree and possess a keen interest in communications and project coordination. A generous benefits package is provided, including substantial annual leave and a robust pension plan.