University of Cambridge
Internship Programmes Co-ordinator [Temporary Cover]
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Internships Co-ordinator
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a busy and friendly team as an Internships Co-ordinator for a fixed term of 12 months to cover maternity leave. The postholder will be based within the School of Biological Sciences' Postgraduate Office and will manage two summer programmes: Amgen Scholars and Experience Postgraduate Life Sciences.
The postholder will line manage a part-time administrator and will oversee the advertising, recruitment, and programme activities of both summer programmes, which culminates in a Cambridge-based European Symposium in early September.
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic team player, who has excellent communication and strong organisation skills. A background in recruitment and/or events management would be beneficial, but is not a requirement, and previous line management experience is desirable but not essential. Some weekend and early evening work is required during the summer months, for which time off in lieu would be given.
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Essential Skills For This Post Are
- Willingness to be flexible and versatile
- Highly organised
- Capacity to remain patient and tactful at all times and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and learn new skills quickly
- Good IT skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Temporary cover
This post is fixed-term for 1 year or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier. The position is available from 1 October 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place online on the 24th - 25th August.
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
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