Hello Future Graduate Intern

We are the University of Cumbria

Rooted in serving our communities, with people, place, and partnership at our heart. Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are delivering a new "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets: People, Place, and Partnerships, to become a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally.

The position offers recent graduates an exciting opportunity to gain valuable work experience as members of an educational outreach team. A high priority is given to liaising with schools and colleges, working with ages 11+, and building effective relationships to raise awareness of Level 4 and above study, including apprenticeships.

Throughout the role you will be supported to develop professionalism, technical competence, excellent interpersonal and networking skills, and the ability to work independently. You will play a key role supporting our work to meet agreed targets and objectives, working with currently under-represented groups in Higher Education and with a wide range of stakeholders including schools, colleges, employers, and third sector organisations. You will need excellent communication and digital skills plus experience of delivering presentations to a range of audiences.

Further Details

We offer a comprehensive set of staff benefits which includes a competitive salary, 35-hour full-time working week, 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, hybrid working in line with business need, and an excellent pension scheme with 8% employer contribution.

Encouragement for Diversity

We encourage applications from the broadest range of society, including all under-represented groups with particular emphasis on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in our University and in comparison, to the sector.

Job Details

Department: Access and Participation (APP)

Location: Barrow

Starting Salary: £24,479 per annum

Post Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Ends 31/07/2027

Release Date: Friday 09 October 2026

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Friday 06 November 2026

Reference: XX162626-R