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EDI Network Events & Projects Intern

Details


1121486


Newcastle University


18/01/2027


6 Months


Flexible - Total of 260 hours, with shifts to be discussed with manager


Not Applicable

Pay


£14.15


£1.71

Description

Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Events & Projects Intern to support four of Newcastle University’s colleague networks: Rainbow@NCL, the Disability Interest Group (DIG), NU Parents and NU Carers. Working with network Chairs, steering groups and the EDI team, you will help plan, promote and deliver a range of events, activities and projects that connect members, build inclusive communities and support each network’s priorities.The role will involve working collaboratively across the four networks, helping to coordinate activities, develop communications, engage members and support project delivery. It offers hands-on experience in event management, communications, stakeholder engagement and project coordination, while contributing to a more inclusive and connected University community.

Duties and responsibilities

 
Event Planning & Delivery: 
Assist in organising in-person and online events, including awareness raising days, celebration activities, and regular network meetings. Project Coordination: Support network-led projects from planning to completion, tracking progress, and ensuring deadlines are met.  
 
Promotion & Marketing: 
Create engaging promotional content for events and projects across newsletters, webpages, and social media channels. Member Engagement: Develop and maintain effective communication with network members, including creating surveys, gathering feedback, and producing follow-up reports. 
 
Logistics & Administration: 
Book rooms, coordinate catering/technical requirements and manage mailing lists. Content Creation: Produce event materials such as presentations, posters, programmes and information packs. Evaluation & Reporting: Collect and analyse event feedback to support continuous improvement.

Skills and experience

Essential Skills:

  • Strong organisational and planning skills. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. 
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Experience using social media and/or digital communication tools. 
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in administrative tasks. 
  • Ability to take initiative and manage multiple tasks. 
  • Time management skills to meet deadlines. 
  • Awareness of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).
Desirable Skills:
 
  • Experience in event planning or project coordination 
  • Content creation 
  • Knowledge of current trends and developments related to EDI in Higher Education

Location
King's gate, Newcastle University

Additional information

Start Date: 18/01/27

End Date: 18/07/27

How to Apply: Please apply with an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter. Closing date for applications is midnight on 18/11/26.   

Please reach out to Eleanor Farrington (EDI Adviser), for more information about this opportunity (Eleanor.Farrington@newcastle.ac.uk). 

Please note, by applying for this role your contact details will be shared with the hiring manager as part of the recruitment process. 

 

Newcastle University is committed to being a fully inclusive Global University which actively recruits, supports and retains staff from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the community they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of race, sex, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, as well as being open to flexible working practices.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC.

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