Brighter Futures supported internship programme
Brighter Futures is an up-and-coming local business. Their supported internship programme gives young people the opportunity to gain practical experience in the workplace while learning and developing valuable skills for employment.
The 12 month-programme is suitable for:
- young people aged 16 to 24 with learning disabilities or on the autism spectrum.
- those interested in working in the business
- those who want to learn skills such as barista, customer service, production line and administration
Key benefits
- Employability Level 1 qualification: Interns will work towards an employability qualification, enhancing their CVs and boosting their job prospects.
- Hands-on experience: Through various rotations, interns gain practical skills in multiple fields.
- Personal development: Interns receive tailored support to develop both professional and personal skills.
- Mentorship and guidance: Experienced mentors provide guidance throughout the internship, ensuring each intern maximizes their potential.
Rotations and activities
Barista training
Making and serving hot drinks, cleaning the cutlery and dishes, and providing customer service.
Customer service
Serving customers, cleaning tables, setting up tables and serving food and drinks.
Catering assistant
Food hygiene, food storage, food preparation and cleaning.
Production line
Working in the print department of the printing firm.
Admin
Working within finance, HR, sales and goods receiving. Administration tasks, monitoring deliveries, invoicing, stock control, working with PCs and spreadsheets.
Contact the Supported Internships team
Email:
special-needs@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
Phone:
020 8921 8029