Marketing and Digital Experience Graduate Intern

Introduction to YSJ University

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.

Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Team

You will be working across the Conversion, Marketing and Digital Experience Teams in the wider Marketing Department to provide support for our student recruitment campaigns and conversion activity, the continued development of our website, digital campus signage and contribute to the day-to-day running of our marketing function.

The Role

This is a one-year fixed-term role which will be aligned to a specific team, with the opportunity to be involved with the work of the other teams in the Marketing Department and gain wide-ranging experience.

Required Skills And Experience

We are looking for a recent York St John University graduate who has experience of creating written content, an understanding of marketing, and excellent communication skills. The role will include administrative support for the Marketing, Conversion and Digital Experience teams, such as being involved with our Student Voice Ambassadors project. This role will also provide you with the opportunity to gain experience of creating content, including writing emails for specific audiences, and assisting in the creation of engaging website content.

Additional Information

If you have any queries about this role before you submit your application, please contact Rebecca Smith (Conversion and CRM Manager) at r.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application Process Support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate guidance which provides advice about completing the application process.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our Benefits Package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including:

• Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
• Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
• Pension scheme
• Health Cash Plan after six months service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
• On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
• Relocation expenses package for certain roles
• Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further Information About Life At YSJ

Our candidate brochure provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.

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Closing Date

Sunday 18 May 2025 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date

Tuesday 03 June 2025