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INTERNSHIPS
The Foundation works with organisations in industries where Muslims are traditionally underrepresented to deliver paid internship opportunities. These provide a valuable opportunity for British Muslims to develop their skills and gain useful industry experience.
Live Internships
Trainee producer placement | Stage One & Bridge the Gap - Kiln theatre
The Aziz Foundation is partnering with Stage One and Bridge the Gap to offer a Trainee Producer Placement at the Kiln Theatre.
The Kiln Theatre, sitting in the heart of Kilburn in the London Borough of Brent, amplifies unheard/ ignored voices, bringing it into the mainstream through exploring and examining the threads of human connection that cross race, culture and identity.
This Trainee Producer Placement offers a unique opportunity for an emerging producer to work in a supportive environment, develop skills and learn from experienced producers. The role involves duties and responsibilities ranging from management of press nights, supporting the delivery of Creative Engagement events, and assisting with production related activities.
This is fixed-term, 12-month contract role (£27,000 per annum) . Applications can be made via Stage Ones' members portal. The application deadline is 12pm (noon) on Friday 28th February 2025.
Editorial Internship | Hyphen Online
In partnership with the Aziz Foundation, Hyphen is delighted to offer a paid editorial internship to a British Muslim who wishes to pursue a career in journalism.
The successful applicant will have a broad-ranging understanding of the role Muslims play in society, a commitment to covering important social issues, and possess a keen interest in culture, the arts and technology. They wil be supported by an experienced team of media professionals from a range of different backgrounds.
The post holder will assist in proofreading and fact-checking articles for publication, perform research, write short news pieces and conceive, pitch, develop and produce longer features. An interest in multimedia storytelling is advantageous.
This a hybrid working, 6 month fixed full time contract (£28,800 pro rata). Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. The internship will begin in April 2025
To apply please submit your CV, a cover letter and an article which best demonstrates your journalism by 12 noon on 31 January, 2025 to the Aziz Foundation by following these steps:
1. Create an account at https://azizfoundation.scholarshipsplatform.com/
2. Click on ‘Start Application’
3. Choose ‘Internships and Fellowships’ from the Category drop down menu
4. Choose ‘Hyphen Fellow' from the second Category drop down menu
5. Complete all sections, attach your CV, cover letter, an article and then submit
Interns
Our previous and current interns and apprentices have had the opportunity to join wonderful organisations and gain experience in areas where they are traditionally underrepresented. In the past, we’ve partnered with the Financial Times, The Independent, Sky News, Evening Standard, Runnymede Trust, Gate Theatre, the Centre for Media Monitoring and the UN’s International Organisation for Migration, among others.
