Our Supported Internship Programme, is an exciting new opportunity for young people from 18 to 25 years old with an agreed Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).

 

You can find blog posts and pictures of our current supported interns' experiences and videos offering a "day in the life" perspective of what it means to be one of our supported interns on our EduKnowledge Hub website. here. You can also contact us for information at: supportedinternships@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

 

How to apply

 

You can apply to become a supported intern on the EduKnowledge Hub website.

 

It provides access to valuable education and career support prior to entering paid employment.

 

Who can apply

 

The Supported Internship Programme is open to any young person who:

 

· is aged from 18 to 25 years old

· has an agreed EHCP

 

What the course offers

 

Successful applicants will get the chance to:

 

· attend tutor-led sessions held at BCP Civic Centre in Bournemouth, to enhance and develop transferable employment skills

· work alongside our staff across a range of council departments, supported by experienced job coaches

 

Interns who graduate from the course may go on and apply for employment with us or could choose to apply for work across the local area.

 

Ongoing job coach support will also be offered as the intern transitions into the world of employment.

 

When the course runs

 

Our Supported Internship Programme takes place over the course of an academic year from September until July.