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MDXInternship Cultural Events Programme Intern

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1111754


Middlesex University


06/07/2026


2 Months


12 hours a week for 8 weeks


Not Applicable

Pay


£14.80


£1.79

Description

Role

Only for current MDX students and recent graduates
 
This role is an exciting opportunity to shape the events programme at MDX for 2026/27. You’ll be able to lead on the planning and development of our cultural and faith-based events calendar, helping to ensure all cultures and faiths at MDX are celebrated. You’ll take the lead on consulting with students, reviewing feedback, designing events that are high-quality, good value for money and safe, all with the aim of improving the student experience. You’ll develop transferable skills in research, data analysis, event planning and budgeting, and commercial awareness.  

Duties and responsibilities

  • Conduct a review of the cultural and faith based events programme for 2025/26, including attendance data, student feedback and evaluation documents.  

  • Research how comparable student unions approach their cultural and events programme.  

  • Design and run a short student/staff survey or focus group with student leaders from faith and cultural societies to gather insight.  

  • Analyse findings and produce a clear written report and presentation with data-led recommendations for the 2026–27 cultural events programme 

  • Complete the development of a resources pool for the events programme including event concept documents, timelines, risk assessments and budgets.  

  • Attend all scheme activities including induction, regular check-ins with your supervisor, and mandatory Careers & Futures reflective learning sessions 

Skills and experience

Essential 

  • Currently enrolled as a Middlesex University student 

  • Interest in event management and improving the student experience  

  • Good written and verbal communication skills 

  • Strong organisational skills  

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment 

  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent 

Desirable 

  • An interest in creating opportunities for the diverse MDX community  

Location
Hendon

Benefits

  • This internship is a great opportunity for a student who is interested in events planning. We’ll support you to develop skills that you’ll be able to take into your future career. Your line manager will help you gain practical experience in research, event design and presenting recommendations to real stakeholders. 

  • You’ll connect with professionals across the university, join fellow interns at Careers & Futures sessions, and build your professional network. 

  • Your work will directly inform the MDX events programme for 2026–27, helping us to best celebrate the diversity of the MDX community.

Graduate Competencies and skills you will gain on this role:
 
This role builds Leadership and Influence by leading the design of a culturally inclusive events programme, while fostering an Entrepreneurial Mindset through data-led decision making and creative event planning. It enhances Communication, Empathy and Inclusion through engagement with diverse student communities and faith groups, and encourages Curiosity and Learning through research into sector best practice. Collaboration drives Collaborative Innovation, while managing projects, feedback, and deadlines builds Resilience and Adaptability. The role develops Technological Agility through data analysis and reporting tools, and strengthens Problem Solving and Delivery through producing actionable recommendations and event plans.

Additional information

Application Deadline: 28th June, 23:59

Interviews will take place between: week commencing 29th June.

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