We run an internship programme offering opportunities to current and former Hitchers, Hitch Reps and other keen supporters. As a small charity we are always grateful for the extra support, and we hope to give you the opportunity to gain new skills and add experience to your CV.
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Hitch Support Assistant
Terms:
• This position starts on, or as soon as possible after Monday 20 February 2012
• 3-5 days a week (this can be flexible)
• This is a voluntary position (you can claim £5 travel and £4 lunch per day)
• 29 days holiday (pro rata)
The deadline for applications is 12pm on Monday 13 February 2012. If your application is successful you will need to be available to meet us and discuss the position at our London office on Thursday 16 February 2012.
Click here to view the full terms and job description for the Hitch Support Assistant position.
To apply for this position please email your CV and a cover letter explaining why you think you are suitable for this position (referring to the job description) to sally@lcd.org.uk.
What previous interns have said about working with Link:
"I've just finished an internship with Link, it's been a really good experience and there has been a lot of interesting work to do. You certainly don't just sit in the corner doing odd jobs! I would really recommend an internship to anyone who is interested in finding out more about Link's work/gaining that all important work experience/hoping to pursue a career in the charity sector. Thanks Link for having me!" Joe
"I’d highly recommend an internship to anybody looking for work experience in the charity sector. I really felt like I learnt a lot about how a charity works and everybody in the office is lovely, especially Mike and Natalia." Rachel
"Having just completed a 3 week internship at Link, I'd just like to say what a brilliant experience it's been! I've been given loads of support throughout the time and the office has really friendly atmosphere. The work has given me a great insight into the amazing charity and just how dedicated everyone is to it. I really recommend people get involved!" Megan
"Link were encouraging, enthusiastic and wonderful to work with. I didn't feel like an intern but a part of a family." Lauren
Thanks to all of the following people whose help and support have helped make the Hitch and our other events an even bigger success:
2011
Dave Baines - Events & Programme Assistant
Ed Brooks - Mystery Hitch Destination Research Assistant
Charlotte Duffield - Programme Team Assistant
Amanda Green - Events Team Assistant
Tom Huggon - Link Schools Programme (Vodafone World of Difference Scheme)
Lotte Kendall - Events Assistant (and then she got a job in our full-time Events Team!)
Megan Lewis - Events, Fundraising & Marketing (Vodafone World of Difference Scheme)
Tamsin Ma - Link Schools Programme Assistant
Rachel Mohun - Running Events Assistant
Adam Rushmer - Website Support
Soraya Smith - Charity Apprentice Scheme Research Assistant
Phyllis Taylor - Link Schools Programme Assistant
2010
Erik Gale - Hitch Feedback Analysis
Vanessa Ho - Hitch Promotion Assistant
Alice Moffat - Events Assistant (Malawi Bike Ride)
Sally Pigott - Hitch Marketing Assistant (and then she got a job in our full-time Events Team!)
Hannah Summers - Hitch Development Assistant (Vodafone World of Difference Scheme)
2009
Gavin Bedford - Events Corporate Assistant
Vanessa Carbajal - Reach Africa Assistant
Sarah Evans - Hitch Feedback Analysis
Penny Gilg - Website Support
Fiona Hart - Events Assistant
Celine Haynes - Media/corporate researcher
Becca Jupp - Hitch Destination Research project
Meg Lewis - Events Research
Rachel Mellor - Events Assistant
Charli Mortimer - Events Assistant
Lauren Moser - Events Marketing Assistant
Mary Williams - Reach Africa Assistant
2008
Joe Manning - History of the Hitch project
