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Chartwells Universities

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!

How to apply

Candidates must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible to apply for an internship:

  • aged 18-25 years old with an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan
  • is autistic or has a related learning difficulty
  • have an interest to move into employment
  • interested in spending a year learning new skills or developing existing skills in the workplace
  • be an independent traveller or working towards independence. 

 

If you are accepted through the first stage, you will be invited to attend a selection event with the supported internship lecturer and job coach. 

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: 

 

Upcoming Chartwells Universities 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.

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