At a Glance
- Tasks: Represent Loughborough University at schools, engage with potential students, and organise promotional events.
- Company: Loughborough University, known for its vibrant community and commitment to student success.
- Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, competitive pay, health perks, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Flexible hours, travel opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference by inspiring future students and promoting inclusivity in education.
- Qualifications: Recent Loughborough graduate or current undergraduate, strong communication skills, and event planning experience.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 30000 £ per year.
This full-time, fixed-term internship (12 months, until 31 August 2027) is available to recent Loughborough University graduates or current undergraduate students undertaking a placement year. The role is hybrid, combining on-campus and remote work.
Role Overview
The Student Recruitment Intern will represent Loughborough University at schools and colleges nationwide, raising awareness of the university among prospective students, including those from disadvantaged and widening-participation backgrounds. The role requires out-of-office hours work (weekends, evenings) and travel across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent the university at events in schools and colleges across the country
- Raise awareness of Loughborough University in the external marketplace
- Engage with a wide range of potential students, including disadvantaged groups
- Support the School and College Liaison team in outreach activities
- Organise and plan events and activities to promote the university
Qualifications & Skills
- Student or recent graduate from Loughborough University (undergraduate program completed within the last two years or current undergraduate student)
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and plan effectively for events
- Confident, engaging communicator comfortable speaking with prospective students, teachers and parents
- Positive and proactive with a genuine enthusiasm for learning and contributing to team projects
- Approachable and supportive, able to build strong connections with people from diverse backgrounds
- Flexible, dependable, willing to travel and support events outside standard working hours
- Full UK Driving Licence required
Reasonable Adjustments
We consider reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and on the job.
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with optional extra days
- Competitive pay and two pension schemes
- Health and wellbeing perks such as discounted gym memberships, access to sporting facilities, and healthcare offers
- Hybrid working options and flexible work arrangements
- Travel options including electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes
- Support for life events and access to on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus
Application closing date: 20 July 2026 (midnight).
Student Recruitment Intern in Loughborough employer: Recruit4Mum
Loughborough University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a Student Recruitment Intern, you will benefit from generous holiday allowances, competitive pay, and flexible working arrangements, all while making a meaningful impact by engaging with diverse student populations across the UK. With access to excellent health and wellbeing perks, as well as support for life events, Loughborough University fosters an inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.
