THE OPPORTUNITY:

Since 2019, the University of Edinburgh podcasts have been bringing together members of the University community- alumni, students and staff - in conversations that explore the ideas of belonging, shared experience and common ground.
The podcast intern will produce and host a new season of an alumni-themed podcast the which will be aired in the first semester of 2024-25.
Providing a new perspective and bringing their own personality to the podcast, the intern will work with us to develop and evolve the podcast within an established format and a supportive working environment.
The podcast intern is an integral part of the podcast project. From a personal development perspective, it is an opportunity to learn about all aspects of podcasting from planning and delivery to marketing and promotion, whilst from a student representation perspective, it is essential component that ensures that the content is fresh and relevant and an effective and compelling platform for diverse student voices.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), and offers hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
The salary for this post is £23,414 per annum pro rata.
Employ.ed on Campus is run by the Careers Service in collaboration with University departments and Schools. It offers exclusive summer internships at the University over the summer for 2nd year to penultimate year undergraduate students from the University of Edinburgh based in the UK. You cannot take part if you are a visiting student, or you have already taken part in the programme before. Further information about Employ.ed on Campus can be found on our Employ.ed on campus webpages (opens new browser tab) .

Your skills and attributes for success: (insert up to 5 top criteria)

• Computer literate with good IT knowledge, including MS Word and Excel.
• Experience of creating and producing audio/video content, using appropriate software and tools to do so.
• Confident communicator with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent listening skills and able to ask meaningful open questions that generate engaging conversation.
• Experience of working collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Cover letter

For guidance on writing an effective application, see the additional information section of the Job Description.

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

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