Our Chartwells Universities internship programme is based at the University of Sussex in Brighton, and offers autistic young people the opportunity to develop the skills needed for adulthood and employment.
The programme takes place in a business setting. Learners are totally immersed in the workplace, learning through continuous feedback, and gaining real employability and competitive work skills.
Check out our flyer to find out more about our Supported Internships programme with Chartwells Universities.
If you're an employer looking to support future employment opportunities for autistic young people, register your interest for our Chartwells Reverse Job Fair and connect directly with talented interns ready to showcase their skills.
Who is it for?
- Are you 18-25 years old with an Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plan?
- Are you autistic or have a related learning difficulty?
- Would you like to get a paid job in the future?
- Are you an independent traveller (or working towards)?
If you answered yes to the above, a Supported Internship with St. John’s College could be the opportunity for you!
Find out more
If you’re interested in this Supported Internship programme, we’d be pleased to meet you. Learn more by attending a online or face-to-face information session at the University of Sussex, Falmer.
Upcoming Chartwells Universities information sessions:
- Thursday 12 March 2026, 1.30-2:30pm - register to attend our online information session.
- Thursday 19 March 2026, 6-7pm - register to attend our online information session.
- Monday 20 April 2026, 1-2pm - register to attend our online information session.
- Thursday 23 April 2026, 1.30-2:30pm - register to attend our in person information session.
Upcoming Chartwells Universities Reverse Job Fair for employers:
- Thursday 4 June 2026, 10.30am-12pm - register to attend our Reverse Job Fair for employers.
If you have any questions, please email stjsupportedinternship@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk.
What does a typical day include?
A typical day includes:
- classroom instruction in employability and independent living skills
- participation at one or more internship rotations
- social interaction within their internship department
- regular feedback from the instructor, job coaches, and business colleagues.
Meet our team
Meet our Supported Internships Team, who support our interns throughout the programme.