Summer Stars Internship Programme
Are you a school leaver (18+), undergraduate or graduate looking for a paid internship and the opportunity to gain experience within the PR and communications industry? If so, the Summer Stars Internship Programme could be for you.
About the Programme
The paid Summer Stars Internship Programme is designed to introduce ethnically diverse school leavers (18+), undergraduate students and graduates who are interested in the profession with an opportunity to gain valuable on-the-ground experience in collaboration with some of the industry’s most recognised organisations.
A few of our
annual Summer Stars Employers
Before starting an internship, individuals attend an intensive and immersive three-day Summer Stars Bootcamp (running from Monday 28th June – Wednesday 30th June 2027) learning all about the PR & Communications profession and the variety of sectors within the industry. You’ll get a chance to connect with your fellow interns in person, network with our hosts, and build your professional development skills before starting your internship in June/July 2027. Once the Bootcamp finishes, you’ll start your internship, which lasts for a minimum of four weeks and up to 12 months.
If you’re an employer interested in hosting an intern, please visit our employer information here.
Our Summer Stars Internship Programme has been designed to support an organisation’s early career DEIB talent attraction strategy, goals and objectives. As attracting diverse talent continues to remain competitive, our programme delivers success in our tailored and collaborative recruitment approach which meets your talent attraction goals, alongside introducing you to some of the best and brightest talent of the future. Our pastoral support for interns and employers throughout the process sets us apart when it comes to employers confidently securing, managing, retaining and converting diverse talent into permanent hires.
If you are interested in offering an internship through our Summer Stars Internship Programme, please contact summerstars@taylorbennettfoundation.org.
“Applying for the Summer Stars program was the best decision I made. There is so much support and the team will work endlessly in order to ensure you have an internship at the end of it. My internship provided me with so many hard skills and a glimpse into life with PR & Communications that you can only gain from a physical internship. I cannot thank the TBF team enough for the impact that the Summer Stars program made for my career development and I will definitely be recommending it to friends/ family”
Summer Stars Intern
Application Process
Applications for the 2027 Summer Stars Internship Programme open on Tuesday 29th September 2026 and are due to close on Monday 4th January 2027 (11.59pm).
We may close applications earlier if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Step One: Submit Application Form
We’ll ask about your interest in PR and communications, what you’ve done to explore the industry, why you want to take part in Summer Stars, and the skills or qualities you could bring.
You do not need previous professional PR or communications experience to apply.
Step Two: Internship Selections
Candidates who progress will receive details of the available Summer Stars opportunities and be invited to complete an internship selection form.
You’ll select the internships you are eligible and available to undertake and submit your CV at this stage.
Step Three: Internship Recruitment
Candidates will then be invited to interview with Taylor Bennett Foundation, which may take place as a group interview.
Depending on the organisation, TBF will either complete the full selection process or provide the employer with a shortlist of candidates for a final-stage assessment.
Step Four: Bootcamp & Your Internship Begins!
Successful candidates will attend the Summer Stars Bootcamp from 28th – 30th June 2027 before starting their internship.
Internships are expected to begin shortly after the Bootcamp and will last between 4 weeks and 12 months. The TBF team will on hand to support interns.
Programme Eligibility
- You must be from a Black, Asian and/ or minority ethnic background.
- You can be a school leaver (18+), undergraduate (any year) or graduate. We accept applications from students who have studied any subject.
- You must have a strong interest in exploring a career in PR & Communications.
- You must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible to work full-time for the full duration of any internship you apply for. If your right to work has restrictions, you should only select internship opportunities that you are eligible to undertake.
- You must be able to attend the Summer Stars Bootcamp from 28th –30th June 2027.
Applications that do not meet our eligibility criteria will not be accepted