Offer a micro internship

Loughborough University London is thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation to external businesses to participate in our new Future Space Connect micro internship programme.

This programme, offered through our Future Space initiative, provides a unique opportunity for postgraduate students to gain valuable real-world experience while offering businesses access to the exceptional talent and skills of our students.

Each micro internship within the Future Space Connect programme lasts up to eight weeks, with a commitment from our students of six hours per week. These internships cover a diverse range of projects and disciplines, including marketing strategy and implementation, UX/UI design, data analysis, SEO, web content creation, wireframing, and social media management.

Our postgraduate students, mentored by industry experts, are equipped with the latest industry knowledge and are eager to apply their expertise to deliver impactful solutions for your business. By participating in the micro internship programme, businesses will have the opportunity to benefit from the fresh ideas, innovative perspectives, and cutting-edge skills our students possess.

As an added incentive, Loughborough University London will cover the cost of the internships by providing a £250 bursary to each student upon successful completion of the programme. This means your organisation can engage with top-tier talent, contribute to their professional development, and explore new avenues of growth, all at no expense to your company.

Seize this exceptional opportunity to collaborate with motivated and talented postgraduate students, as well as to foster long-lasting connections with Loughborough University London's Future Space initiative. Together, we can drive innovation, enhance business practices, and create a mutually beneficial partnership.

How does this work?

At Future Space Connect, we strive to ensure a seamless and efficient process, connecting your business with talented students who are eager to contribute their skills and expertise. Through this structured working process, we aim to create successful collaborations that yield impactful results for both your business and the students involved.

Complete the application form

Start the process by completing our application form. In the application, please provide details about your business and specify the areas where you need assistance, along with any key objectives or work projects you have in mind. Please note that there is a limit to the number of applications we can offer per semester.

Create a project brief

Once we receive your submission, our dedicated team will carefully analyse the information provided and use it to create a draft project brief. This brief will outline the scope, objectives, and requirements of the project, ensuring that it aligns with your business needs.

Student applications and interviews

We will then open applications for our students, who will express their interest in your project through a short application form and a video interview. This allows them to showcase their skills, experience, and enthusiasm for the opportunity to work with your organisation.

Application review and shortlisting

Our team will review the applications received, and shortlist candidates based on their experience and the relevance of their skills to your project. We ensure that only the most suitable candidates move forward in the selection process.

Candidate review and communication

You will have the opportunity to review the shortlisted candidates and directly communicate with them to arrange informal interviews. This step allows you to gauge their compatibility with your business and project, ensuring a good fit for both parties.

Candidate selection and commencement

Finally, you can select the ideal candidate from the pool of applicants and get started with the micro internship. Once the selection is made, our team will provide the necessary support to facilitate a smooth onboarding process, allowing you to kick-start the project and benefit from the student's contributions.

Offer a micro internship

Please note, the February 2024 round is now fully booked. Please complete the application form and we will be in touch to explore upcoming opportunities beyond this point.

Additional information

  • Micro internships will only take place during our semester 1 period from October 2024 – January 2025.
  • The team will look to finalise project briefs early September and recruit from the end of September to mid-October.
  • Successful organisations may need to complete a brief risk assessment questionnaire document before commencing should any on-site work be expected or required.
  • We are unable to work in areas where an NDA may be required – please try to focus a project brief around non-sensitive areas of work.
  • We may be able to offer more than one project per organisation depending on circumstances.