Internship - Diverse Youth Northern Ireland

Build Experience. Grow Your Skills. Make an Impact.

The Diverse Youth NI Internship Programme offers students and early-career professionals the chance to gain hands-on experience in youth work, community development, media, communications, and project coordination. Interns become part of a dynamic team working to support young people from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, newcomer, asylum seeker, and refugee backgrounds across Northern Ireland.

Our internships are designed to be meaningful, supportive, and tailored to your interests. You will work alongside experienced youth workers, project leads, and communications staff, contributing to real programmes that empower young people and strengthen inclusion in our community.

What Interns Gain

Practical Experience

Interns work directly on projects, events, and youth programmes. This includes:

Helping plan and deliver workshops
Assisting with youth leadership sessions
Supporting summer programmes and residentials
Coordinating events and community activities
Creating digital content and storytelling pieces
Conducting research, documentation, or policy work

Professional Skills Development

Interns grow in areas such as:

Project coordination
Youth engagement
Facilitation and leadership
Community partnership working
Social media and digital communications
Research and policy writing
Cultural competence and inclusive practice

Mentorship and Support

Each intern is paired with a staff mentor who provides regular guidance, check-ins, and opportunities for reflection. We ensure interns feel supported every step of the way.

A Diverse and Welcoming Work Environment

Interns join a multicultural team that values collaboration, creativity, and lived experience. This environment helps build confidence and encourages interns to express their ideas and strengths.

CV and Career Benefits

Past interns have gone on to careers in youth work, social work, communications, community development, policy, media, and postgraduate studies. We provide reference letters, portfolio opportunities, and professional development support.

We welcome applications from people who are:

Students in university or college
Recent graduates
Young professionals seeking experience
Individuals passionate about youth empowerment, equality, and community cohesion

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of migration, multicultural identity, or minority ethnic backgrounds, as well as allies committed to inclusion.

Internships are unpaid but may be used for academic placement requirements where applicable.

Intern responsibilities depend on interests and skills, but often include:

Supporting youth sessions
Assisting with events and logistics
Helping produce creative media content
Drafting social media posts or photography support
Conducting interviews or capturing stories
Researching youth issues or policy developments
Supporting coordination of trips or workshops

We customise the internship so it aligns with your goals.

How to Apply

Complete the Internship Expression of Interest Form
Submit a short statementoutlining why you want to intern with us
Attend a short, informal conversationwith our team
If selected, complete induction and safeguarding steps
Begin your internshipat a pace and schedule that works for you and the team

Start Your Internship Journey With Us

If you want to develop your skills, gain practical experience, and make a positive difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.