This is a virtual politics work experience programme designed to introduce students to a range of careers within politics and related fields. Through videos, interactive activities and workplace-style projects you will explore what MPs do, the role of political assistants, the variety of careers within the civil service, and the skills required for political journalism.

The programme finishes with a downloadable portfolio of your work. The course includes modules that cover careers beyond parliament - for example roles in charities, the not-for-profit sector, human rights and law - and provides practical activities to build students' understanding and transferable skills.

Live webinars supplement the online content; these take place during weekday working hours but are recorded and made available afterwards. There is no strict cut-off deadline for completing the programme once you have access.

After completing the required tasks and assignments you will receive a certificate of completion. The programme is run on Springpod's platform and is available on demand.

Qualification Outcome

Certificate of completion

PoliticsLaw, Politics & International Affairs

Duration: Over 5 hours of content (self-paced). Similar programmes indicate around 10 hours of work spread across a two-week window; live webinars occur during weekday working hours and are available as recordings.

Location

Remote

United Kingdom

Online (Springpod virtual platform)

Open to anyone aged 13+
Most Springpod programmes require students to be in school or college (students in school/college are the primary audience)
Some programmes may require students to be based in specific regions of the UK — location constraints are set by the employer partner and will be specified where applicable
Age guidance is flexible; older students are welcome to apply

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