What people are saying...
"Joining ClearlySo as an intern was a great learning experience. It offered an insight into the professional world of social business, at the same time allowing me to develop important transferable skills whilst I assisted the team with a range of different activities."
Anisa
Internships
Some of our previous interns discuss their experiences during their placement. |
ClearlySo is always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals looking to make their way into the world of social business and enterprise.
A placement here can be immensely rewarding. We will find a role that matches your skills and aspirations. We’ll also help you learn about the sector, build your contacts and experience and introduce you to life at the sharp end of a growing social business.
Your role
We are seeking candidates who have a capacity for producing quality work that adds to ClearlySo’s offering. Tasks may include:
- Researching and writing about social businesses and enterprises
- Contacting social companies directly
- Uploading content to website
- Exploring online marketing opportunities
- Researching relevant reports and articles about social enterprise and investment
- Writing news synopses on relevant stories
- Helping to organise events
- Assisting with day to day tasks of running an office
Hours and pay
Internships are intended to be mutually beneficial for all. Interns gain valuable work experience and exposure to the social sector and the clients we work with. We also advise interns on how to improve their CVs, expand their network of contacts and prepare them for job application and interviews.
We currently cannot offer payment for internships, but we will reimburse travel and lunch expenses.
We would like interns to work for a minimum of three days a week and ideally for a period of three months. However, we do try to be flexible where possible.
About you
We are looking for candidates with the following qualities:
- A clear interest in the social business and enterprise sector
- Fluent English; though fluency in other languages is a bonus
- Excellent writing skills
- Proven competence with office software
- Motivated, can-do attitude
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Sense of humour
How to apply
If you’re interested in an internship at ClearlySo, please send us the following:
- An up to date CV (resume)
- A covering letter (stating your availability, goals for the internship, and where you heard about ClearlySo)
- A piece of written work at least one A4 piece of paper long and completed within the last six months.
All applications should be submitted to Kat Cruz at katrina.cruz@clearlyso.com.
