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Closing date for applications: 26 October 2025Salary: £25,500 per annum - plus financial travel support Are you passionate about books and social media? This six-month traineeship is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing strategy and influencer outreach while working on international campaigns.The Scheme is for voices we want to hear more of in publishing. Could yours be one of them?Make your mark by spending six months between January – July 2026 working with the best at the number one publisher in the UK. You’ll immerse yourself within one of our key business areas, learning the ropes, taking ownership of projects and contributing to our mission to make books for everyone. Whatever team you’re placed with, you’ll gain universally applicable skills that will equip you for wherever you go next. We’ll teach you about all publishing and Penguin, and support you to make the next steps in your career journey.The scheme is for people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you meet this eligibility criteria but perhaps you’re changing careers, don’t have a degree, or haven’t often seen yourself reflected in publishing, we’d love you to apply! Whatever your gender, background, or community, we want to hear your story. All trainees are paid £25,500 per annum (equivalent to £12,750 for the six months of the traineeship). We also offer a travel bursary for those commuting from outside of London. For further information and the full role descriptions, please see our <a href="https://jobsearch.createyourowncareer.com/PRH_UK/content/training/?locale=en_GB" target="_blank">website</a>. International communications and sales trainee&nbsp;&nbsp;Our sales team help to bring our books to as many people as possible. Our international communications team, part of the wider international sales department, is a friendly, dynamic, and collaborative group of five. We specialise in crafting marketing and publicity strategies, engagement initiatives, and global campaigns to get Penguin books into the hands of readers across the world. We work closely with colleagues from various sectors of the business, including our international sales managers, divisional marketing and publicity teams, and the Penguin brand team. Some of our exciting campaigns feature renowned writers such as Emily Henry, Dan Brown, Haruki Murakami, Monica Murphy, Taylor Jenkins Reid, and many more.&nbsp;&nbsp;As a trainee working in international communications in the sales team, you’ll be working with a focus on our European market. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our B2B and influencer marketing strategies. You will have the chance to work on our international sales social media channels and newsletters. You would support this work by researching and expanding upon our audience of influencers who we can work with to promote Penguin’s titles internationally. You would also support with reporting on the outcomes of this influencer outreach. You will help set up regular virtual events to further engage with influencers and booksellers in international territories.&nbsp;Knowledge and skills you’ll gain: an insight into publishing and international sales; an understanding of how campaigns are adapted to an international audience; an awareness of market trends and sales patterns; organisational skills; time management skills; relationship building; social media content creation; influencer engagement.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you have an interest in social media and book influencers and strong communication skills, this could be the role for you.&nbsp; Eligibility criteriaYou’ll need to have a pre-existing right to work in the UK for the duration of the traineeship as unfortunately we are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You don’t need a degree, you just need to be over 18. To achieve our mission to make books for everyone because a book can change anyone, we are seeking out new voices. To apply, you’ll need to identify as from a lower socio-economic background. We use parental occupation at age 14 to measure this as the Social Mobility Commission suggests it to be the most accurate measure available to assess socio-economic background, as well as being accessible to those from all nationalities.To apply for the scheme, at age 14 your highest-earning parent/guardian was not in management and was employed in one of the following categories: <ul><li>technical and craft occupations such as motor mechanic, plumber, printer, electrician, gardener, train driver</li><li>routine, semi-routine manual and service occupations such as postal worker, machine operative, security guard, caretaker, farm worker, catering assistant, sales assistant, HGV driver, cleaner, porter, packer, labourer, waiter or waitress, bar staff</li><li>unemployed (claimed Jobseeker’s Allowance or earlier unemployment benefit for more than a year)</li></ul>We recognise these are broad categories that may not fully reflect the many hundreds of jobs out there, or exactly fit your family situation. Please use your judgement when self-identifying. Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

London

Penguin Random House

The Publishing Process

International communications and sales trainee

Closing date for applications: 31st October 2025Salary: £27,500 Are you ready to take your career in PR to the next level? The Kickstart at Ketchum: Progress programme is here to give you the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on, practical experience in the PR industry while advancing your career.&nbsp;At Ketchum, we're not just a PR agency; we strive to be the most inclusive communications business around – one that values creativity, collaboration, and making a real impact. We believe in bringing an entrepreneurial spirit, being a force for good and being a driver of growth within our diverse teams to bring unique perspectives, fuel innovation, and lead to better outcomes for our clients and our people. We work with big, high profile clients in the UK and globally and with high achieving, best-in-class colleagues.It doesn’t end there though. We win awards for our diversity, inclusivity and belonging practices. We’re regularly voted amongst the top agencies to work in the UK. We have a fantastic culture, great benefits and incredible opportunities to progress with regular recognition. When you work for us, you’ll get to become a part of our family and we’ll support you in every way we can, including world-class training, to ensure you’re the best you can be.In 2023 we launched our award winning Kickstart at Ketchum scheme for entry-level candidates who want to explore the PR industry and gain some office experience. Building on the success of this, we’re excited to launch&nbsp;Kickstart at Ketchum: Progress. The Progress phase of our internship is for those who are looking to grow their career within PR. We have an opportunity to join us for a 6 month contract.&nbsp;This paid internship is designed for those who have already done some work experience or have studied in a related field and are eager to develop their skills further. From day one, you'll be trusted with real responsibilities, working alongside an experienced team and gaining exposure to a wide range of PR activities. You’ll receive ongoing support with a dedicated mentor, buddy, and a tailored development plan to ensure you make the most of this invaluable experience. We are excited to welcome a motivated and passionate intern who is keen to build on their existing knowledge of PR and take on PR responsibilities right from the start. This program is ideal for individuals who are looking to progress their careers in PR and comms, take on challenging projects, and immerse themselves in the world of PR. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support the team in executing PR campaigns for diverse clients</li><li>Assist in media relations, including drafting press materials, pitching, and building media lists</li><li>Conduct research and analysis to support ongoing campaigns and strategies</li><li>Help with content creation, including blog posts, social media, and newsletters</li><li>Attend and contribute to client meetings and brainstorming sessions</li><li>Monitor media coverage and industry trends</li></ul> What you’ll get<ul><li>A&nbsp;paid internship with real responsibilities from day one</li><li>A dedicated mentor and buddy to guide and support you throughout your journey</li><li>Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse team and work on high-profile projects</li><li>Exposure to the inner workings of a top PR agency</li><li>A chance to progress your career in the PR industry with a structured development plan</li><li>Networking opportunities and professional development sessions</li></ul> What we’re looking for<ul><li>Two Progress interns!</li><li>A passion for PR and communications</li><li>Previous work experience or studies in PR, communications, or a related field</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to manage multiple tasks</li><li>A collaborative team player who is eager to learn</li><li>A commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace</li></ul> Additional informationTo apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining why you’re interested in the Kickstart at Ketchum: Progress program and how your background makes you a great fit for this opportunity. Don’t miss out on the chance to take your career to the next level with Ketchum’s Kickstart at Ketchum: Progress program. We can’t wait to hear from you! We are particularly keen to encourage applications from underrepresented groups, so if you feel that this is an opportunity that can help you progress your career, we strongly encourage you to apply.Ketchum London is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to our business and how we service our clients. If at any stage of the recruitment&nbsp;and onboarding process&nbsp;you require any adjustments, please do let us know. &nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Ketchum Ltd

Kickstart at Ketchum: Progress – PR internship x2

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