NLGN runs an active internship programme, specifically designed to allow candidates to gain experience of local government whilst working in a fast-moving think tank environment. We are looking for people who:

• Are able to problem-solve and work independently;
• Have a good attitude to learning new things;
• Are willing to take on a variety of tasks, including administration;
• Have good critical reading and writing skills; and
• Have a great interest in public services and/or local government and in influencing policy-making through research and innovative thinking

Our internships are multi-purpose and cover a number of areas, including research support, communications activities and more general duties. Full- and part-time internships will be considered.

Interns are offered a subsistence and travel allowance.

If you are interested, please email a short CV and covering letter outlining the skills you will bring to NLGN as well as your interest in our work to: matthew.clifton@nlgn.org.uk. Matthew Clifton is Research Manager for the New Local Government Network