Experiential Education (Internship) Coordinator (8 Months FTC)

We are currently seeking qualified, resourceful and confident applicants for the following full-time, temporary position

Job Title: Experiential Education (Internship) Coordinator (8 Months FTC)

Location: On-site (in person) role, South Kensington, London

Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term, 8 months with the possibility to extend

Start Date: no later than 1st April 2026

Interviews: In person in South Kensington. To take place in week commencing 23rd February

Please note that this is a student-facing position which requires on-site working. Additionally, the post holder regularly conducts in-person visits to placement sites around the London area.

Job Summary: A stimulating and rewarding role for professionals experienced or interested in international education or student career counselling, this position is responsible for organising the placement of international undergraduate students into for-academic-credit, unpaid in-person and remote internship experience opportunities. An excellent and versatile communicator, the post holder liaises with students throughout the successes and challenges of their study abroad experience as well as London employers to build mutually beneficial partnerships and identify new opportunities.

The main skills and qualifications required for this position:

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• Previous personal experience of having studied and/or worked abroad is preferred
• An understanding of the international education sector, preferably with some knowledge of the US Higher Education system, is desirable
• Experience working with international students and/or advising or counselling students is desirable
• Experience supporting internship or work experience placements, or working in career services, is desirable
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with a high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively across different groups of stakeholders, including confidence in presenting to large groups
• The ability to prioritise a complex workload in a busy office and handle challenging situations with resilience
• A confident and outgoing personality with a positive attitude
• A strong command of written and spoken English and a high-quality telephone manner
• Excellent IT skills with knowledge of MS Office and databases
• A good working knowledge of London and its industries is desirable

Job Description

The full job description can be downloaded from the job advert on our website by clicking here.

Application Process

Please submit a CV, covering letter, and the contact details of two referees as attachments via email by clicking on the 'Apply' button above (E:hr@fie.org.uk). In your cover letter, please include:

a) Where you saw this position advertised

b) What it is that interests you about this job opportunity

c) What skills, experience and knowledge you can offer to FIE in this capacity

d) How you would present the benefits of hosting an intern to a London-based company

Please note this position is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Successful applicant will be required to produce acceptable documents confirm the right to work in the UK.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COVERING LETTER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

FIE promotes equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.