Diversity & Inclusion Assistant Intern

Cambridge University Press is seeking a Diversity & Inclusion Assistant Intern for an 8-week internship in Cambridge, UK. The role involves supporting the EDIB team, organizing events, coordinating communication campaigns, producing reports, and conducting research on diversity and inclusion. Candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and research skills, and have a passion for EDIB. The position requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.
A chance to develop a career with a leader in the educational sector, actively making a difference to our learners around the world.

Job Title: Diversity & Inclusion Assistant Intern

Payment: £22,222 per annum full time equivalent (prorated for your 8-week internship, non-negotiable)

Location: Cambridge/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office minimum)

Contract: Full Time (35 hours per week) / Fixed Term (8 weeks)

Placement dates: 14th July – 5th September 2025

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join a passionate, fast-paced environment providing world class support to our millions of customers and qualifications around the world.  

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

About the role

As a D&I Assistant Intern, you will work within the EDIB (Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging) team at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, supporting the implementation of their Global EDIB Strategy.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Organising and administering EDIB activities/events, including supporting Global Staff Networks.
• Coordinating internal and external communication campaigns on EDIB and maintaining website/intranet content.
• Leading the coordination, administration, and promotion of EDIB events, seminars, and workshops.
• Producing regular EDIB reports to share insights.
• Assisting in the preparation of EDIB surveys and award submissions.
• Researching key areas of global EDIB and producing internal/external resources.
• Developing videos to promote EDIB, sharing stories from colleagues and key stakeholders.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of a global staff EDIB survey.
• Supporting key integration change programs, such as employee experience, hybrid working, policy reviews, recruitment, learning & development, health & safety, and well-being.

About you

This role would suit someone who is passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB) and has strong organizational and communication skills. Here are some key skills and qualities that would be beneficial:

Skills:
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and coordinate multiple events, activities, and projects efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Proficiency in both written and verbal communication to effectively convey EDIB messages and maintain website/intranet content.
• Research Skills: Capability to conduct research on global EDIB topics and produce informative resources.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with creating videos and using digital tools for communication campaigns.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to produce reports and analyse data.
• Administrative Skills: Competence in handling administrative tasks related to event planning and coordination.

Qualities:
• Passionate about EDIB: A genuine interest in promoting equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the organization.
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail in organizing events and producing reports.
• Proactive: Initiative to take on tasks and contribute to the implementation of the EDIB strategy.
• Collaborative: Ability to work well within a team and support global staff networks.
• Adaptable: Flexibility to work in a hybrid environment and handle various tasks as needed.

This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about making a positive impact on workplace culture and is eager to learn and grow in the field of EDIB. Does this align with what you were thinking?

What to expect

Applying for our internship is simple, and we're here to support you every step of the way! Successful applicants will then be invited to an interview, and if selected, you'll join us for an exciting 8-week programme starting on Monday, 14th July, and ending on Friday, 5th September. Here's a list of key dates:

Key Dates

31st March – 23rd April  

After submitting your application, there will be a selection period where we review all candidates.

The deadline for all applications is Wednesday, 23rd April.

16th April  

To help you learn more about the role, we'll be hosting a Find Out More session alongside creative access on 16th April.

5th – 16th May

You can expect to hear from us with an application update, and if you're successful, be invited to interview

Online Interviews will take place during this period.

19th – 30th May

You can expect an update on your interview, if you're successful you will receive a placement offer. We will ask for acceptance responses by 30th May

We will also share some helpful pre-start information ahead of your first day.

14th July

Programme starts

5th September

Programme finishes

If you would like to know more about this opportunity and what will make you successful, please see the full job description attached to the bottom of this vacancy on our careers site. You can also watch our ‘day in the life of an intern' video on LinkedIn.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to competitive payment, we offer you featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
• Annual leave plus bank holidays (Pro-rata, in line with Working Time Regulations)
• Green travel schemes
• Cambridge Extra Discounts – Access to Discounts and cashback portal

Food & Drink Facilities

Our subsidised café and canteen offer a variety of snacks, breakfast, and lunch options—including a daily pizza selection. We offer six lunch choices, including vegetarian and vegan meals, ranging from £1.05 to £6.00. Plus, you'll have access free to water, tea, and coffee throughout the office. Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own lunches, microwaves are also available for heating up food.

Approximate spend based on maximum of 3 days in office, for 2 days this will be less.

Spend per day

x2 Days

x3 Days

Approx. total over 8 weeks

£5

£10

£15

£80 - 120

£10

£20

£30

£160 - 240

Flexible Working

We are a hybrid working organisation, and we offer a range of flexible working options from day one. We expect most hybrid-working colleagues to spend 40-60% of their time at their dedicated office or location (2-3 days).

We want everyone to have a fair and positive experience during the recruitment process and in the role. If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply or work comfortably due to disability, please let us know in advance so that we can support you.

Getting to work – Commuting Considerations:

We want you to have the best experience in this role, and that includes making sure the commute works for you. Before applying, take a moment to check how you'd travel to our location—whether by car, train, bus, or bike—and think about the time and cost involved. A manageable commute makes all the difference in enjoying your time here. In some cases, we may be able to offer travel support.

Parking onsite is available and can be booked ahead of time. Please note that parking is allocated on a weekly basis, and a space is not always guaranteed during busy periods. More information can be provided.

Ready to pursue potential? Apply now.

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities. Your unique perspective and experiences matter to us, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

We review applications on an ongoing basis, with a closing date for all applications being Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 and interviews are scheduled to take place from Tuesday 6th May – Friday 16th May 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Please note:
• Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
• Cambridge University Press & Assessment is unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker Visa route as it does not meet the minimum skill requirements.
• Due to the 8-week timeframe of the Internship position, we are not able to offer support for Visa sponsorship. If you do not currently have the right to work in the UK, you may not be eligible for this position.

Why join us

See how you can Pursue your potential at Cambridge

Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe – for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.

We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.

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