Employer: YSJ University
Position: Global Student Opportunities Graduate Intern
Salary: £24,900 per annum
Job Type: Full time fixed term
Contract Duration:12 months
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Introduction to YSJ University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Student Opportunities team sits within our Student Success and Learning Services directorate, providing students with opportunities, at home and abroad, which build skills, experience and capability across a broad range of activities. This includes supporting students with study abroad and global opportunities, internships, placements, DBS applications, volunteering, work experience, part-time jobs,
The Role
The Global Student Opportunities Intern will complete a 12-month rotational placement within the Student Opportunities team, supported by the Student Opportunities Manager (Operations). The role involves supporting the delivery of services and initiatives related to global opportunities, study abroad and student events, and any additional support as required across all opportunities including those at home. They will also provide excellent customer service by responding to requests submitted via the Student Hub.
Required Skills and Experience
York St John University 2025 Graduate
Confident in speaking to students on a one-to-one basis and in groups
Passion to promote our range of activities and opportunities and to engage students
Excellent IT skills, including use of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
Knowledge and understanding of the advantages of gaining a range of experiences while at university and how these can enhance employability, particularly if these are global opportunities.
Additional Information
For further information about the role, please feel free to contact Verity Atkinson, v.atkinson1@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however, we welcome your application if you are able to evidence the right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we may close earlier if we receive a high level of applications.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including –
– Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
– Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
– Pension scheme
– Health Cash Plan after six months service
– Employee Assistance Programme
– Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
– On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
– Relocation expenses package for certain roles
– Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Closing Date – Friday 25 July 2025 at midnight
Application Process
If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the Official website and apply now!