Supported internships
Work placements for young people with disabilities, with extra support and on-the-job learning
Supported internships are for people aged 16 to 24.
You need to have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP)
Supported internships help to prepare you for paid work.
They provide you with training and work experience.
You might study for a qualification as part of the internship.
What happens in a supported internship?
A supported internship usually includes:
an unpaid work placement
support from a job coach
a study programme
How do I find a supported internship?
Supported internships in Brighton:
Supported internships in East Sussex:
Learn more about supported internships here:
If you are aged 16 to 24 and you have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP), a supported internship can help you kickstart your career.
Supported internships are all about helping to prepare you for paid work, including developing essential skills like teamwork and communication.
There are elements of learning but mostly on the job or with a job coach. It should feel more like work than college!
What is involved in a supported internship?
A supported internship usually includes:
- an unpaid work placement of at least 6 months
- support from a qualified job coach
- a personalised study programme, including the chance to study a relevant qualification, if suitable, and English and Maths to an appropriate level
Find a supported internship
There are several organisations in Brighton & and East Sussex that offer supported internships, including:
