Marketing and Digital Experience Graduate Intern
Department: Marketing, Student Recruitment and Admissions
Location: York
Salary: £26,093per annum
Contract Duration: 12 months
Closing Date: Friday 25 September 2026 at midnight
Interview Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026
Reference: 130-26
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Marketing and Digital Experience Graduate Intern will be primarily based in the Conversion Team. The Conversion team deliver a content and communications strategy which supports the undergraduate student recruitment campaign. You’ll work across email marketing using our CRM system, support the production of printed materials and support the Student Voice Ambassador project. As a Graduate Intern, you will support the Marketing and Digital Experience team in achieving the targets and objectives of the undergraduate student recruitment campaign. General administration tasks will be required to support the team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight into marketing for the higher education sector and work with wider internal and external stakeholders.
The role
As a Graduate Intern for the Marketing and Digital Experience team we’ll want you to finish your time with us confident in:
Updating and optimising content for the website and other marketing channels
Actively participating in the development and production of marketing campaigns for undergraduate student recruitment
You will regularly work on:
The Student Voice Ambassador project, supporting the Content Officer to deliver student led content for use in a variety of campaigns across a variety of channels
Responding to general enquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner
Supporting the wider team, attending meetings and gaining experience of working in a marketing department within a university
Required skills and experience
An understanding of marketing
Experience of creating written content with clear communication of ideas and themes. This can either have been in a professional or educational setting.
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to organise own workload, deal with competing priorities and meet deadlines
Additional information
Contact for informal candidate queries (Rebecca Smith – r.smith2@yorksj.ac.uk)
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and a test. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
This vacancy is scheduled to close on the date indicated at the bottom of this advert, but we encourage you to please apply as early as possible as we may consider closing earlier if we receive a high level of applications. If the vacancy is closed earlier, all pending applicants will be notified and provided with 24 hours' notice to submit an application.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
Closing Date - Friday 25 September 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 13 October 2026
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Marketing and Digital Experience Graduate Intern employer: York St John University
York St John University is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and inclusivity at its London Campus. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have ample opportunities for growth while contributing to meaningful educational experiences for students. The university's commitment to supporting international students and enhancing academic skills makes it a rewarding place to work, fostering a sense of community and purpose.
