Opportunities in and near London

This full-time producing internship at Park Theatre in London offers hands-on experience across producing, programming and arts administration within a busy working theatre. It is designed to give an emerging arts worker practical insight into how productions are developed, programmed and supported in-house, while contributing to the theatre’s wider artistic and audience offer. The role involves a mix of administrative and creative support. Tasks include helping prepare and run development workshops, in-house productions and co-productions; drafting production paperwork; maintaining contract logs, contact sheets and finance records; attending meetings, rehearsals, previews and debriefs; and supporting press night parties and wrap-around events. The intern will also monitor submissions, read scripts, write script reports, attend readings and shows off-site, and assist with general programming administration. Alongside day-to-day delivery, the placement provides exposure to the decision-making processes behind a producing theatre and the chance to build confidence, industry awareness and professional networks. Applicants should be enthusiastic about theatre, especially new plays, committed to inclusion and access, organised, proactive, and ready to contribute to a busy creative environment.

The Oxford Summer Program is a residential academic and cultural summer experience run by The Oxford Institute, offering students a chance to study in Oxford and experience life in historic colleges. The programme is designed to provide a high-level, immersive environment with a strong focus on academic development, personal growth, and international connection. Participants benefit from tutorial-style learning, keynote lectures, essay counselling, and presentation skills development. The programme also highlights leadership and career development through workshops, Oxford Union-linked activities, and mentorship, all delivered in small groups with a 1:3 student-to-teacher ratio. Students choose two subjects from a wide academic offer of more than 30 options. Beyond the classroom, the programme includes college life, formal dinners, cultural activities, excursions, and opportunities to meet peers from around the world. The overall experience is presented as a blend of learning, lifestyle, and leadership, with options including Oxford, Oxford London, and Executive Leadership programmes.

UCLH Research Open Day is a public-facing event where visitors can explore how research at UCL and UCLH is helping to improve cancer understanding, treatment, and patient care. The UCL Cancer Institute takes part in the day, bringing interactive activities that explain how everyday biology, genetics, and laboratory research connect to real-world medicine.

Visitors can drop in to an interactive stall to learn about cancer research through hands-on demonstrations, including a bitter taste SNP activity, microscope viewing of pathology slides, and displays showing how scientists use single-cell technologies, immune-based treatments, and clinical trials. The event also highlights how small genetic differences can influence traits and cancer risk.

The open day is designed for a wide audience, with content described as suitable for all ages. It is a free event with no booking required, so attendees can simply turn up on the day at University College Hospital on Euston Road in London.

Join UCL Cancer Institute for its 5th Annual Patient and Public Open Evening, an in-person event designed for patients, families, and members of the public who want to learn more about the Institute’s cancer research and clinical work. The evening offers a welcoming opportunity to hear directly from researchers and clinicians about how discoveries in cancer biology are translated into improved treatments and patient care.

Attendees can expect talks on cutting-edge cancer research, conversations with scientists, and exclusive tours of the research laboratories. The event is intended to make the Institute’s work more accessible and transparent, while also highlighting the importance of patient involvement in advancing cancer research. Complimentary light refreshments will be available, and registration is via the event page.

University of Kent is attending the UK University Search fair at Arsenal FC's Emirates Stadium in London. This is a chance for prospective students to speak with university staff, ask questions about studying at Kent, and find out more about courses, campus life, and the support available to students. UCAS exhibitions are designed to help students explore different academic and future pathways in one place. Visitors can compare options, gather advice on applications and university study, and decide whether Kent could be the right fit for them.

Bloomsbury Institute’s open days offer prospective students the chance to explore its degree programmes and get a feel for studying in central London. The events are designed for people considering further study in Law, Accounting, or Business, with opportunities to learn more about the courses and the student experience. The open day series includes both in-person and virtual options. The in-person event lets visitors tour the campus, meet tutors and current students, and take part in taster sessions. The virtual open evening includes a live presentation, an online campus tour, and a Q&A with the admissions team for those who cannot attend on site. If you are unable to make one of the main open day sessions, the institute also offers the option to book a private campus tour. Registration is handled through an online form, and the admissions team confirms places shortly afterwards.

This event brings together two recent books that examine how historical events continue to shape politics, diplomacy, and public memory. The discussion focuses on reparations after the Holocaust, the US-Israel relationship, and the wider questions of responsibility, legitimacy, and alliance that remain relevant in contemporary debates. It is designed for people interested in history, politics, Holocaust memory, diplomacy, Jewish studies, and the modern Middle East. Gideon Reuveni and David Tal will present and discuss their work, with the conversation chaired by journalist and author Edmund Fawcett. Together, the speakers explore how past negotiations and political choices continue to influence present-day conflicts and moral dilemmas. The event offers an academic and reflective forum for audiences who want to better understand the historical background to current international tensions.

Raindance’s Script Competition invites emerging screenwriters to submit original short, feature, and television scripts for review by industry specialists. The competition is built to champion independent storytelling and to create visibility for writers whose work is ready to be discovered by the film and television industry. Entries progress through judging stages that include quarterfinalists, semifinalists, and finalists, with the final shortlist named to The Raindance Discovery List. Selected scripts are shared with production companies and industry partners, and winners are chosen in each category. The competition also aims to protect writers’ ownership of their work while creating opportunities for networking, recognition, and possible future collaboration.

The Doctor Summer Experience is an immersive medicine work experience programme for aspiring doctors aged 15-18. Students take part in realistic medical simulations and professional site visits that bring together clinical reasoning, patient communication, basic procedures and teamwork. Activities include simulated ward rounds, diagnosing patients from case notes and test results, taking blood, suturing wounds, handling emergencies and learning how doctors make decisions in fast-paced environments. The programme is based at University College London and the surrounding University of London campus, with some days taking place at other key London healthcare locations. Students are guided by real doctors and medical professionals, and they also receive support with medical school preparation, including UCAS personal statements, interview practice and UCAT guidance. The experience is designed to help participants build confidence, gain insight into a career in medicine and strengthen their university applications. Participants can choose from a one-week taster, a full two-week experience or an enhanced two-week package with extra professional development, a gala dinner and additional networking opportunities. Residential and non-residential options are available, with residential students staying in UCL halls in central London and receiving meals, guardianship and evening/weekend activities.

The Creative Industries Festival is a four-day celebration of creativity, careers and ideas hosted by the University of East London. Returning with the theme Creative Balance: Good Work, Health and Life, the festival brings together talks, exhibitions, hands-on workshops and industry insight for anyone interested in the creative sector. Across the programme, visitors can hear from people working in fashion, film, music, gaming, design, performance, creative health and emerging technologies. The festival is designed to give practical careers advice, showcase creative research and connect attendees with organisations, artists, academics and industry professionals. It is open to creatives, students, freelancers and members of the public, and takes place across UEL’s Docklands campus and The Source in Stratford. Events are free to attend, although booking is required for many sessions, making it an accessible way to explore pathways into the creative industries and discover new ideas, skills and opportunities.

Battersea Power Station hosts a ticketed literary event bringing together leading young adult authors for an in-conversation session and creative workshop. Hosted by poet, cultural commentator and Sunday Times bestselling author David Larbi, the programme focuses on how reading supports young people’s wellbeing, creativity and self-expression. The panel explores the importance of reading and writing, the creative journeys behind the authors’ work, and the stories and writers that have shaped their careers. It is designed for aspiring young writers and readers who want to hear directly from published authors about the process of developing ideas, finding a voice, and building a creative practice. After the discussion, attendees take part in an interactive creative writing workshop with practical exercises, guided writing challenges and an audience Q&A. The event combines inspiration, participation and conversation in a relaxed public setting at Battersea Power Station.

Rothschild & Co’s UK Horizon Women’s Work Experience Programme is a short summer experience designed for Year 13 female students who are interested in a career in financial advisory. Based in London, the programme is centred on the firm’s Global Advisory division and offers an introduction to areas such as M&A, debt and restructuring, and equity advisory. Participants get a practical insight into life as a banker at Rothschild & Co through a mix of networking, presentations, and skills sessions. Students meet junior bankers from Global Advisory, Wealth Management and Five Arrows, hear from analysts across different business areas, and work in groups on a project that they present at the end of the programme. The programme also includes a tour of Rothschild & Co’s historical archives, helping students understand the firm’s long history and unique business model. By the end of the experience, participants are encouraged to continue exploring a future in financial advisory, and those interested may be offered a stay-in-touch programme.

This Clearing campus tour is designed for prospective undergraduate students who are applying to the University of Westminster through Clearing. It offers a chance to experience campus life in person, get a feel for the university environment, and learn more about studying in London before making a final decision about where to study. During the visit, attendees can join a student-led tour of the campus, speak with Student Ambassadors about student life, and learn more about the university and its courses. Where available, visitors can also talk to academic staff about their subject area and ask questions about the university experience. The event is specifically aimed at students looking to begin university through Clearing and is an opportunity to explore the university before starting an undergraduate course.

Sol Camps London is a summer English programme for students aged 12-17, hosted at University College London (UCL). It is designed as an immersive, all-inclusive experience where students can improve their English while living and learning in one of the world’s most famous cities. The programme combines interactive English lessons with hands-on projects, cultural trips and city-based activities. Students can choose from different attendance formats, including School, Day, Overnight and Family, depending on the style of experience they want. Typical daily elements include breakfast, morning assembly, classes, lunch, afternoon activities, dinner, evening activities and residence time for overnight participants. The package includes accommodation for residential students, daily meals, course materials, insurance and Sol Camps swag. The overnight option also includes weekend excursions and extended evening activities, while the day and school options focus more on lessons and daytime activities. Overall, the programme aims to help young people learn English in a social, active and city-focused environment.

UK Parliament Hackathon with EasyA is presented as the first ever hackathon hosted in the UK Parliament. It is an in-person event bringing participants together for a focused, collaborative hackathon experience in a high-profile civic setting. The source content does not provide further details on the challenge theme, judging criteria, prize, or entry requirements, so the listing should be treated as a brief announcement rather than a fully described programme. The event runs on a Friday afternoon from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm. EasyA is named alongside the UK Parliament in the listing, but no additional information is shown about application steps, fees, or eligibility. Based on the available content, the opportunity appears to be a single-session hackathon with limited published detail.

The HER Law Event is a free, female-focused legal careers event from GO Legally Gifted, designed to support and inspire women who are interested in pursuing law. It creates a welcoming space for aspiring lawyers to learn more about the legal profession, explore different pathways into the field, and gain confidence about the next steps in their careers.

Attendees can expect panels and discussions with legal professionals from a range of backgrounds, offering practical insight into the realities, challenges, and opportunities for women in law. The event also places a strong emphasis on professional awareness, networking, and career development, helping participants build connections, ask questions, and hear directly from people working across the legal sector. It is positioned as an encouraging and inclusive event for students and early-career professionals looking for guidance and inspiration.

English in Action is a study day for A-level English Literature students, bringing together expert speakers, close textual analysis and exam-focused support in one in-person event. The day centres on Shakespeare’s Othello and F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, helping students deepen their understanding of theme, structure, context and critical interpretation. The programme includes a poetry session with Carol Ann Duffy, analysis of the structure of The Great Gatsby, exploration of Othello’s themes and perspectives, a session on staging Shakespeare for performance, and a contextual talk on The Great Gatsby in American literature between the wars. It also includes explicit support for Assessment Objectives 1-5 and an additional exam session, with the aim of building confidence and improving exam performance.

This lecture brings together students interested in chemistry to explore the science of colloids and, in particular, polymer colloids. Professor Stefan A. F. Bon will explain what these materials are, how they are made, and why they matter in real-world applications. The talk looks at polymer latexes - tiny polymer particles dispersed in water - and introduces the emulsion polymerisation process used to make them. It also covers how these particles behave in water, how they move, and how scientists prevent them from clumping together. The lecture then connects this chemistry to practical uses such as coatings, glove making, paper manufacturing, and adhesives. The event is designed to be accessible to chemistry students from GCSE through A level and university, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary chemistry, chemical engineering, and sustainability challenges. It offers a chance to hear from a researcher working at the cutting edge of polymer and colloid science.

Kevin Murphy will share real-world insights into the evolving financial services landscape, drawing on experience across FinTech, consumer finance, cards, payments, and foreign exchange. The talk is designed to give attendees a practical understanding of how senior leaders think about growth, turnaround, restructuring, regulation, and long-term business performance. The event focuses on the leadership and commercial capabilities that matter in high-pressure financial environments. Kevin will discuss strategic turnarounds, root-cause problem solving, deal structuring, valuations, due diligence, post-acquisition integration, stakeholder management, and building robust risk and compliance frameworks. Attendees can expect an accessible and career-relevant session that also explores what leading private equity firms and major institutions look for in candidates and businesses. It is aimed at people interested in finance, leadership, and career development, and offers a chance to hear directly from an experienced CEO, board adviser, and private equity partner.

This hands-on holiday workshop explores how digital designs can be turned into real-world products. Participants investigate the connection between mathematics, coding and manufacturing by creating their own embroidered patterns and seeing how technology can bring those designs to life. Using TurtleStitch, a free programming language, young people design geometric patterns through simple coding commands. Those digital creations are then stitched onto fabric using an embroidery machine, helping participants understand how software, measurement and manufacturing work together in engineering and industry. The workshop is aimed at young people who enjoy making, designing and problem-solving. It gives students a practical introduction to creative computing and engineering ideas, showing how digital tools can be used to produce physical objects in a fun, accessible way.