Supported Internship - information for referrers and young people
Preparing young people for their future careers, helping them to get ready for work and improve their chances of getting an Apprenticeship or other employment.
The Supported Internship programme gives young people real work experience. It helps them develop the skills they need for employment. It makes the move into work less daunting by offering practical support and training. As part of the programme, they will:
- gain hands-on experience in the workplace
- improve English and maths through fun, work-related activities
- work towards an Employability Skills award
Who can apply for a Supported Internship
- Young people aged 16 to 24, and up to 25 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- Young people with an EHCP who are enthusiastic, committed to learning, and motivated to work
How the programme works
Our Supported Internship is a flexible, one-year programme designed to help young people get ready for work. It focuses on developing suitable workplace behaviours and improving English and maths skills.
The programme runs for 34 weeks across the academic year, starting with a three-week induction.
Induction period
The induction period lasts 3 weeks and focuses on preparing for the workplace. Sessions are run 3 days a week. Interns will work on their employability skills, maths, English and digital skills.
Core programme
Our aim is to help learners build confidence and develop the skills they need to succeed in the workplace.
Training sessions take place for up to two days each week, using a blend of classroom based and online learning. These sessions focus on developing employability skills alongside English and maths. Learners will also take part in tutorials and pastoral support sessions. Learners on this programme will spend up to three days a week in their work placement, depending on their individual needs and abilities.
Interns will attend their work placement up to 3 times a week, depending on their needs and abilities.
Thank you all for the effort you have put into making the work placements so good for the learners. Ollie has loved being on the programme.
Support
Our Supported Internship team provides ongoing help with learning activities, pastoral support, career planning, job searching, and the learners’ work placement.
During their work placement, learners are supported by a specialist Skills Coach. The Skills Coach will help them settle into the workplace and develop the skills needed to become a valued member of staff. The Skills Coach will continue to support learners until they are able to work on their own or with the support of a workplace mentor. Learners will also be supported to build their confidence in travelling on their own where required.
Supported Internship bursaries
Interns may be able to get a bursary to help with finances and travel costs. This depends on their personal circumstances and eligibility. To find out more and refer a young person email [email protected].
After completing the Supported Internship
Every learner on the programme completes a work placement. If a job or an apprenticeship is available, we will help the learner with the interview process.
If no role is available, the Skills Coach will help the learner with applications for jobs, apprenticeships, or college courses.
There has been a notable change in Tommy's confidence and independence since starting and this can be attributed to the scheme.
Apply
To apply for a Supported Internship with Hampshire County Council complete an application form and email it to [email protected].