Placements Internships & Volunteer Coordinator

This fixed-term role sits in the Placements, Internships and Volunteering team at the University of Brighton, running to August 2027 with a possible move to permanent afterwards. The post centres on advising students on securing work-based learning, from one-to-one support to skills workshops and building links with employers. It is a full-time post with hybrid working, though staff need to be on campus as needed during term time.

Applicants need experience of working with students in an education setting and of delivering workshops.

• Provide expert advice and guidance so students can secure high-quality, relevant placements
• Support students on a one-to-one basis
• Deliver skills workshops
• Engage and work with local, national and international employers and organisations
• Attend careers fairs and other employability events
• Administer and monitor student placement activity

• Experience working with students in an education environment
• Experience delivering workshops

• Understanding of student placements in the higher education sector
• Excellent organisation, communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Good administration skills, including MS Office and databases to a high standard

• Generous pension contributions
• Flexible working hours with some remote working
• Comprehensive annual leave package, including time off over Christmas
• Access to the Cycle scheme
• Discounted sports membership, including fitness classes and gym access