The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Industrial Placement to join our Communciationsteam in our Bristol office. Are you eager to gain invaluable experience in the field of communications and develop core skills for post-graduate job applications? We`re seeking a Communications Industrial Placement Student to join our dynamic communications team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in all aspects of communications, providing hands-on experience that will enrich your understanding and expertise across a variety of projects.

Working alongside our Communications Manager and the broader communications team, you will contribute to creating impactful content and supporting both internal and external communication campaigns. This placement will set you up with essential skills and real-world experience to elevate your career in communications.

What You`ll Be Doing

• Create engaging and effective content for email campaigns and other communication channels.
• Support the delivery of internal and external communications projects and campaigns.
• Collaborate on crafting compelling messages and materials for a range of platforms.
• Assist with event planning and execution, including logistics and coordination.
• Manage and update mailing lists to enhance communication outreach.
• Provide administrative support, such as processing purchase orders and invoices.
• Prepare and maintain reports to monitor and assess communication activities.
• Organise and coordinate team meetings, including scheduling and preparing relevant materials.
• Contribute to strategic and tactical communication efforts to maximise reach and impact.

What We`re Looking for in You

• Working towards a relevant undergraduate degree and seeking a 12-month placement before returning to your final year of study
• Enthusiasm for learning and starting a career in communications.
• Interest in content creation and developing skills in email campaigns.
• Willingness to support and participate in various communication projects.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Interest in event planning and coordination.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage administrative tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative attitude.
• Familiarity with Office software and a willingness to learn new tools.

If you`re passionate about developing a comprehensive skill set in communications and eager to support impactful projects within a supportive team environment, we would love to hear from you!

Industrial Placements at Unite Students

Kick-start your career with us, where your individuality is celebrated, and your growth is our priority. Our tailored learning programme, featuring workshops and skills sessions, is designed to equip you with the tools and confidence to succeed. We provide a collaborative, inclusive environment filled with opportunities to learn, contribute, and make a difference.

About Unite Students

Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK`s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with over 70,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.

Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn`t just what we do but who we are.

People make Unite Students. Employees, students, and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.

Room for Everyone

We`re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we`re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what`s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.

We are US.

Applications may close early if we receive a high volume of interest, so don`t miss out!