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Internship Scheme
Application Deadline: 2/2/15
Consequences of Treatment Programme Intern
Project Background
Want to experience life in a large national charity and make a different to the lives of people affected by
cancer? Our team aim to improve outcomes in 3 ways for people who have, or who are at risk of developing,
consequences of cancer treatment. Firstly, by improving our understanding of the scale of the problem - this
involves working with researchers to gather new evidence. Secondly, we aim to empower patients and
influence professionals so that everyone has the right information and resources to allow patients to get the
best care and support possible. Thirdly, we aim to improve the way services are delivered within the NHS, by
evaluating innovative ideas and promoting effective solutions, so that people with consequences of cancer or
its treatment get the specialist help they need. For more information about the work we do visit our web
pages: www.macmillan.org.uk/cot
Why do we need you?
You will be volunteering as part of the busy Consequences of Treatment Programme team, within the dynamic
Health and Social Care Team at Macmillan. This is an opportunity to help us gather better evidence and build
more responsive services so that no one has to face the often severe long-term effects of cancer alone.
Macmillan estimate that at least one in four people living with cancer (over 500,000 in the UK) experience a
wide range of long-term health conditions following cancer and its treatment. We need you to help us raise
awareness and develop resources about the chronic physical and psychosocial problems that some people
face.
How much time should you offer? When would you be needed? Where will you be based?
 You will be based at Macmillan’s Head Office, 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ. We are based
near Vauxhall station.
 The internship is between 23rd February – 8th May 2015, although there is flexibility on dates
depending on your availability.
 This is a 3-4 days a week role, Monday to Friday, but specific times and days are flexible to fit around
your commitments.
 The internship is a voluntary position but we pay volunteer “out-of-pocket” expenses, including a
daily lunch allowance and your travel expenses, within agreed guidelines.
What activities will you be involved in?
Your tasks may include:
 Support us to embed the message of recent media attention by assisting with the development of
Macmillan educational materials, including e-learning (see http://learnzone.org.uk/ for examples)
 Be involved with our marketing and media teams to help produce and disseminate materials to
professionals
 Assist with the planning of events involving multiple stakeholders from the NHS and other charitable
organisations
 Assist us to develop and delivery a social media strategy to raise awareness of the work we do
 There will be opportunities to get involved in other aspects of the Consequences of Treatment
programme work, depending on your interests and skills.
What can you gain from this opportunity?
 Gain hands-on experience of working in the UK’s largest cancer support charity
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Develop essentials skills such as: communication, organisation, project planning and team working
In-depth knowledge of Health and Social Care across the UK and what the Consequences of
Treatment Programme are doing to improve the lives of those affected by cancer in this field
Be part of a supportive, lively and fun team who will facilitate your development and offer support
Enhance your CV and gain written references at the end of your internship
Is there an induction and training?
 An induction course at Macmillan’s head office in London.
 The opportunity to attend relevant team/project meetings
 Regular meetings with your Intern Manager and opportunities for feedback
 A mentor and help in developing your CV along with CV writing and interview workshops (should you
want it)
 Opportunities to network with staff, professionals and supporters during the placement
 The full support of your contact and the wider team
 Final wrap up day in London to give you the chance to celebrate your success.
What are we looking for?
 Strong organisational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail
 Excellent written communication skills and a confident user of PowerPoint and Word and Excel
 Ability to use own initiative within specified guidelines to aid the progress of projects
 A demonstrable ability to work as part of a team
 Enthusiasm for the cause and ability to represent Macmillan Cancer Support
Who should you contact?
We will acknowledge your application and let you know whether you have been shortlisted. Interviews will be
confirmed shortly after the deadline. For further details please contact:
Emily Bowman:
0207 091 2216
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[email protected].
Christina Lane:
0207 840 4683
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[email protected].
Last Updated: July 2014
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