Internships and work experience

Gaining professional experience as you study can really help you stand out in the job market. At Loughborough University London we build in a number of competitive opportunities for you to gain experience in and outside the curriculum.

Collaborate – sprints, projects and dissertations

Connecting with Loughborough University London means you are joining a collaborative community set on making the world a better place. You join a burgeoning ecosystem of innovative companies and organisations looking to grow, shape and change our world.

The Future Space team works with a number of these organisations to set and run team and individual challenges. These challenges are great ways for you to gain skills, network with scaling companies and organisations and connect to opportunities post graduation and beyond.

Volunteering

Joining Loughborough University London means that you gain access to a diverse range of volunteering opportunities. Collaborate with esteemed organisations such as the Mayor of London's 'Team London', support the challenge to homelessness with Crisis, or explore the world of sports with Baseball Softball UK. Volunteering not only allows you to make a positive impact but also helps you develop crucial skills and expand your horizons.

Micro internships

Here at Loughborough University London we have opportunities for you to engage in short-term micro internships with external organisations during your studies. By participating in these internships, you'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of activities while receiving a cash bursary upon completion. These internships provide valuable work experience, expand your professional network, and equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the UK job market.

Part time work

Another way to gain experience and support your studies is to undertake part time work. We run a part time jobs fair with local employers at the start of each year and regularly post opportunities on our Virtual Learning environments and LinkedIn groups. Additionally, we have opportunities for casual employment as Student Ambassadors