Graduate Internship Scheme

Graduate Social Media Intern

JAK Print & Design

Chester le Street,

County Durham

£14,859 per annum pro rata (37 hours per week)

Ref no: 398/DM/ERDF14

The Graduate Internship Scheme is collaboration between the University of Sunderland, a recent Graduate and a regional SME. The Scheme has been designed to benefit both the Graduate and the company, ensuring that the Graduate takes the first steps on the career ladder whilst the company benefits from the Graduates enthusiasm, expertise and up to date knowledge.

The Organisation:

JAK Print and Design is one of the most competitively priced online printers, offering a high level of both quality of value. The organisation prides itself on customer service and making sure that each client experiences a professional and friendly service.

The organisation offers a wide range of products, including Business Cards, Flyers, Leaflets, Posters, Stationary, Booklets, Posters and much more. For all clients who have difficulties creating artwork, we aim to provide a professional design service.

The Internship is a full time position, for an initial6-month period based at the company’s location.

The internship involves the graduate playing a key social media management role from day one. The intern will be responsible for overseeing the management of key platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin and Instragram. The graduate will also be responsible for sourcing and creating blog content that has the potential to be used digitally or in print. The graduate will gain a wealth of experience in other areas, such as direct and email marketing.

To apply:

Please send a comprehensive CV and covering letter including the reference number to by Midnight Sunday8th of March 2015

Please give a detailed account of your skills and experience and how you meet the stated criteria of the Internship position. If you have any questions, please direct them to the above e-mail address.

If you feel that you would benefit from help and guidance from the University's Career and Employability Service, please contact the CES Enquiries line on 0191 515 2920 or

The Careers and Employability Service can assist with strengthening your future Internship Applications, through providing:

  • CV advice and guidance
  • Assistance with writing Covering Letters
  • Interview practice and techniques