It’s a difficult time right now for young people, with or without ADHD, trying to make their way in the real world after school or university. Or for that matter, anyone who has had a career break and is just looking for a way to restart their careers. We’ve therefore decided to offer our very first internship programme – starting with two places that will instantly give your CV a boost!
Why work in the charity sector?
The UK non-profit sector isn’t just meaningful — it’s mighty: charities employ over 1.1 million people, and are powered by more than £30 billion in public donations. For job seekers, this means joining a sector that blends heart with scale, and where their skills help deliver real-world change.
About ADHD Embrace
ADHD Embrace is a small and impactful community charity supporting children and young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), along with their families and the professionals who work with them. For over 20 years, we have provided trusted information, practical support and advocacy, building long-standing relationships within our community.
Our work is built around three pillars:
• Providing information, knowledge and practical support
• Advocating for greater ADHD awareness
• Empowering children, young people and families affected by ADHD
Learn more about us at adhdembrace.org and watch our video.
The Roles
We are recruiting two part-time interns to join ADHD Embrace:
• 1 x Fundraising Intern
• 1 x Marketing Intern
Key Details
– Time commitment: 16 hours per week
– Pattern: Ideally minimum 4 hours on Monday in our shared collaborative workspace in the Richmond area, with the remaining hours worked flexibly across the week by agreement
– Duration: Minimum 3-4 month commitment. A longer commitment of up to 1 year with different hours may be possible.
– Location: Hybrid – in-person on Mondays plus remote working
– Unpaid voluntary internships, with excellent learning, supervision and reference opportunities
These roles would suit students, graduates or career changers who are motivated by social change, ethical and non-profit social enterprise, and support efforts to improve both children’s mental health and a more neuroinclusive society. Tutored by experienced staff, the internships are ideal for building practical, real-world experience in areas that will strengthen their CVs and future employability.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Intern
Supporting all fundraising activity through assisting with grant research and applications, corporate engagement and other appeal support and gathering feedback from our service provision to demonstrate our impact. The intern will gain practical insight into how a small charity generates and manages income to meet its mission.
Marketing Intern
Will support all marketing communications activity designed to raise awareness, boost fundraising and event sign-ups and help strengthen the charity’s reputation. Key tasks include campaign management and evaluation, challenge event coordination and boosting website traffic.
Why is this opportunity for you?
Hands‑on experience within a respected local charity. A chance to get a foot up on the job ladder, or make a career change, when options are scarce.
– Practical skills in fundraising or marketing, aligned to real organisational needs
– Become an integral part of a high-performing team
– Exposure to the charity sector
– A strong reference on successful completion
Personal Specification
– Empathetic and values-driven, with a genuine commitment to ADHD Embrace’s mission.
– Self-motivated and ability to work in a varied role.
– Clear, open and honest communicator and team player.
– Positive, flexible and willing to roll up sleeves when needed.
Further details
Why consider an internship with us?
– Your work will genuinely matter. You’ll be ensuring we are getting funding to enable the delivery of our mission in order to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with ADHD.
– You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven team. We are collaborative, kind and practical, and we care deeply about both our community and each other.
– You’ll join a charity with credibility and heart. With over 20 years of experience, ADHD Embrace is trusted by families and professionals alike — while still being small enough for your contribution to be visible and valued.
How to apply:
To apply send:
– A CV (maximum 2 pages)
– A short covering email explaining why you are interested in working with the ADHD Embrace charity and the internship. Whether you are interested in the Fundraiser or Marketing role (or either) and setting out how you will be able to meet your hours around your studies or other commitments.
Applications should be emailed to: [email protected] with the subject line “Internship Application [Fundraising /Marketing]”
Deadline for applications: 12 April 2026 (extended over Easter)
See all our current job vacancies here.