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Lansons Internship Programme 2026

Start your career in communications, public affairs and reputation management

The Lansons Internship Programme is a three-month paid internship designed to give aspiring communications professionals hands-on experience in strategic communications, corporate affairs, public relations, public affairs and reputation management.

Whether you're a student, graduate, career changer or simply exploring a future in communications, the programme offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced consultants, contribute to real client work and develop the skills needed for a successful career in the industry.

Over three months, you'll gain practical experience, structured training and ongoing support while working at one of the UK's leading communications and reputation management consultancies. This programme is intended for individuals seeking to start a career in communications. It is aimed at those with little or no professional experience in the sector and focuses on developing foundational skills.

Location: Hybrid, with interns expected to work from our London office
(24A St John St, Barbican, London EC1M 4AY) every Tuesday and Thursday, as well as additional days as and when required.
Start date: Monday 7 September 2026
Duration: Three months
Salary: London Living Wage

About Lansons

Lansons is one of the UK's leading strategic communications and reputation management consultancies. We help organisations build trust, strengthen reputation and communicate effectively with the audiences that matter most.

Our teams advise clients across corporate communications, public affairs, campaigns, digital communications, issues management and stakeholder engagement.

As an intern, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of communications disciplines and learn from consultants working on some of the most important business, policy and reputation challenges facing organisations today. Whether you're interested in public relations, media relations, public affairs, corporate communications, campaigns, financial services communications or reputation management, this internship provides a practical introduction to agency life.

For almost two decades, the Great Place to Work® Institute has recognised us as one of the UK’s best workplaces. We are an inclusive environment which backs long-term careers, offers real flexibility and encourages people to shape their own path.

What you'll do

Interns will have the opportunity to experience different aspects of agency life while developing practical skills that can be applied throughout your career.

Including:

Supporting client account teams across a range of sectors and specialisms
Monitoring media coverage, political developments and current affairs
Conducting research and stakeholder mapping
Preparing briefing materials, presentations and reports
Drafting content and communications materials
Supporting social media and digital communications activity
Supporting public affairs and stakeholder engagement activity
Assisting with new business and marketing projects
Attending internal meetings, training sessions and team events
Learning how strategic communications programmes are developed and delivered

Training, development and support

The programme combines hands-on experience with structured training to help you build practical communications skills. You’ll learn through a mix of live client work, team collaboration, feedback, mentoring and dedicated training sessions.

During the internship, training and development may cover:

Media relations
Writing and storytelling
Corporate and financial services communications
Public affairs and policy
Digital and social media
Campaigns
Research and insight
Professional and client skills
Artificial intelligence and communications

You’ll also receive regular feedback and development support throughout the programme, helping you understand your strengths, build confidence and identify areas for future growth.

Who should apply?

We are interested in potential, curiosity and enthusiasm rather than a specific academic or professional background.

We're looking for people who demonstrate:

Curiosity about current affairs, media, politics and business
Strong communication skills
Good judgement
Adaptability and willingness to learn
Initiative and enthusiasm
An interest in communications and reputation

You do not need previous communications or agency experience to apply. We encourage applications from individuals who may not previously have considered a career in communications and are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible.

If you require adjustments at any stage of the application process, please let us know.

Application process

Our recruitment process is designed to identify potential, judgement, communication skills and curiosity.

Stage 1: Application

Applicants will submit:

CV
Short application in written (200 words per question maximum) or video (90 seconds maximum per question) format in response to the following questions:
- Why are you interested in the Lansons Internship Programme and a career in communications?
- Tell us about a recent news story, campaign or issue that you found interesting. What happened and why did it matter?
- What skill, quality or experience would you bring to the Lansons team, and why? Please give an example.
Please confirm when you apply:
- You are available for the key dates in the recruitment process (outlined below).
- You are available to work for the duration of the internship programme (outlined below).
- You have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the internship.

While there are several useful AI tools now available, we want to understand the real you, so will run all applications we receive through AI detection software.

Email your CV and answers to the above questions to internship@lansons.com to apply. Applications that do not include all requirements will not be progressed.

Stage 2: Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview with members of the Lansons team.

Stage 3: Final assessment

Final-stage candidates will be invited to take part in a half-day in-person assessment at our London office in Farringdon. Further details will be shared with candidates who progress to this stage.

Key dates

Applications open: 1 July 2026
Applications close: 15 July 2026
Interviews: 20 July – 31 July 2026
Assessment session: 11 August
Offers issued: From 12 August onwards
Programme starts: 7 September 2026
Programme ends: Friday 4 December 2026

Frequently asked questions

Is the internship paid?

Yes. All interns will be paid the London Living Wage.

What if I can't attend one of the recruitment stages?

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer alternative dates for interviews or assessment activities. Please ensure you are available for all stages of the recruitment process before applying.

What if I’m not available for the whole duration of the internship?

You will need to be available to work from Monday 7 September 2026 for 3 months to take part in our internship programme.

Who can apply?

We welcome applications from students, graduates, career changers and anyone interested in building a career in communications. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the internship.

Do I need a degree to apply?

No. We are interested in your potential, curiosity and enthusiasm rather than a specific academic or professional background.

Can I apply if I have no communications experience?

Yes. We are interested in potential, curiosity and enthusiasm, not previous experience.

Can I use AI to help with my application?

AI tools can be valuable to our work, but we would like to understand the real you. Therefore, we will run all applications we receive through AI detection software.

Where is the internship based?

This is a hybrid role, with interns expected to work from our London office (24A St John St, Barbican, London EC1M 4AY) every Tuesday and Thursday, as well as additional days as and when required.

Is the internship full-time?

Yes.

Does the internship lead to a permanent role?

The programme is designed to provide a pathway into future communications careers. While we cannot guarantee permanent roles, interns may be considered for suitable opportunities at Lansons in the future.

Will I work on real client projects?

Yes. Interns will support client teams and contribute to a variety of projects throughout the programme.

What are the working hours?

The internship is a full-time position. Our standard working hours are 9am – 5.30pm.

What support will I receive during the internship?

Each intern will be assigned a ‘buddy’ and a manager to support them. You'll also receive structured onboarding, training and regular feedback throughout the programme.

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