Details
1107383
University of Edinburgh
01/06/2026
3 Months
30-35 hours per week, worked between 9-5 (Monday -Friday)
Not Applicable
Pay
£13.55
£2.45
Description
Role
The University of Edinburgh’s Information Services Group (ISG) are hiring an undergraduate student to work this summer as a Web Registry Development Intern. The key purpose of this role is to explore the use of website auditing tools and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), to extract and present data using Microsoft’s platforms (such as PowerBI, MS Lists, etc.), with the goal of allowing University staff easier and more detailed access to reviewing their website performance.
Within this role, you will gain practical experience in both researching and testing website tools, presenting data-driven information clearly and effectively, and liaising with a range of stakeholders. You will join the Website and Communications team, who are responsible for leading the evolution and maturity of the University’s web governance and oversee the development and execution of the University of Edinburgh’s web strategy.
You can expect to start work on the 1st June 2026 and work until the 21st August 2026. You will work between a minimum of 30 to a maximum of 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) in a hybrid working pattern split between working from home (commutable distance from Edinburgh) and in Forrest Hill. You will be required to attend the office on a Tuesday and another agreed day. Your preference on working hours within the above range can be discussed during the interview stage. You will be paid £13.55 per hour, plus £2.45 per hour holiday pay. Payment is one month in arrears, meaning your first payment date (should this position start when expected) will be 28th July 2026.
For more information on what to expect as an ISG Summer Intern and to hear from previous interns, please see our 2026 Summer Internships Webpage.
Duties and responsibilities
- Investigating, exploring, and testing website auditing tools and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to extract and present data related to the University's Web Estate Registry;
- Developing, testing, and improving reporting solutions to present the university Web Estate Registry and allow easier and detailed access management for university staff to review their website/web estate performance;
- Researching and exporting relevant reports to feed into the University's monitoring of web estate key performance indicators (KPIs), to influence current and future data strategies;
- Collaborating with relevant service and development teams to improve data exporting processes;
- Sharing and presenting the research findings and development updates with relevant stakeholders and groups to raise visibility and collect feedback, to ensure appropriate outcomes are achieved and fit for purpose.
Skills and experience
Essential criteria:
- A current University of Edinburgh undergraduate student (you must be a matriculated student for the duration of your employment). Internships are open to all undergraduate students, except those in their final year of study;
- Based in the UK for the duration of the work, within commutable distance of Edinburgh, and able to work on campus (we cannot accommodate individuals working overseas due to tax and legal implications), and able to attend a Right to Work Check in person if needed;
- You must be able to attend an in-person interview on campus on either the 25th or 31st March 2026;
- Demonstrable proficiency in data manipulation tools and languages (e.g. Microsoft Excel, SQL, Python or similar);
- Evidence of a basic understanding of website and web page development and structure concepts (e.g. HTML, CSS, JavaScript or similar);
- A proven interest in working with content management systems (e.g. Drupal or WordPress);
- Evidence of strong problem-solving skills;
- A proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team;
- Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with a range of stakeholders and present data-driven insights through visualisations and reports;
Desirable criteria:
- Currently working towards a degree or qualification in Data Science or an Informatics/Computer Science-based field;
- Experience with data visualisation tools like Excel, PowerBI or similar software to create insightful dashboards;
- Good time management and prioritisation skills;
Location
Hybrid, split between working from home and in 5 Forrest Hill (EH1 2QL).
Benefits
- The full range of benefits as a Summer Intern is available on our 2026 Summer Internships Webpage;
- Being part of a welcoming community of over 50 ISG Summer Interns with opportunities to network, whilst working in a supportive and nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on work/life balance;
- Training and development opportunities, run by experts across a range of fields;
- Opportunity to participate in the prestigious Edinburgh Award for Work Experience.
Additional information
To apply for this role, please upload a CV and covering letter as Word documents that are under 4mb, saved with ".doc" at the end, these should clearly state how you meet the criteria for the role. To have the best chance of being offered an interview, we encourage you to view our two-page Application Guidance and attend one of our short, online internship overview sessions, bookable via the University System (you must use your UoE student login).
We ask that you carefully consider which internships best suit your interests, skills, and career goals, and apply for a maximum of 3 ISG internships. To view all our internships on offer this summer, please see our Unitemps Adverts page.
Interviews for this internship are expected to be held on the 25th and 31st March 2026, and will be in person.
The closing date for this advert is 23:59 on Sunday, 1st March. If you encounter any issues when applying, please e-mail unitemps@ed.ac.uk well in advance of the deadline, as we will only respond within office hours (9-5, Monday to Friday). Applications received after 23:59pm on 1st March will not be considered.