Crankstart Internship & Mentoring Programme Manager

UK date and time: 05-November-2026 14:47

56 Banbury Road Oxford OX2 6PA

Are you interested in widening participation and looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our Careers Service team at the University of Oxford to manage and develop programmes that support the professional and career development of Crankstart Scholars.

Location:

56 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6PA

Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires”, the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations.

The Internship Office manages the growing demand from University of Oxford students for research and professional work experience and mentoring opportunities. Its programmes include the Crankstart Internship Programme, Crankstart Mentoring Programme, Micro-internship Programme and Summer Internship Programme, which currently facilitate around 2,000 research and professional experiences for students each academic year.

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

The Crankstart Internship & Mentoring Programme Manager oversees the administration of the Crankstart Internship and Mentoring Programmes, which support the professional and career development of the University’s Crankstart Scholars through work experience and careers mentoring. The programmes are expected to continue to develop in line with the needs of Crankstart Scholars.

Working with the Head of the Internship Office, the postholder will support the strategic growth of the programmes in line with student demand, including expanding internship opportunities, developing a professional network of mentors and collaborating with colleagues to deliver careers-related events for Scholars.

The role includes line management of two Assistant Crankstart Internship and Mentoring Officers and a third member of staff recruited through the Temporary Staffing Service for four months of the year. The postholder will also lead on data analysis and reporting, funding administration, student engagement, host retention, marketing, workshops and one-to-one support.

• Ability to carry out detailed analysis and manipulation of raw data, produce written project reports and summaries accurately, and use data to monitor effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Excellent attention to detail, with excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with key stakeholders, students, staff, academics and employers.
• Self-motivated and confident, with sound judgement, the ability to assess and prioritise demands, work on own initiative, resolve issues independently, lead project planning and organisation, and work effectively as a supportive line manager and team player.
• Excellent office IT skills, including Excel for data analysis and manipulation, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook/Teams, together with web development experience including producing content for promotional materials, websites or social media