Whether you want part‑time work, a summer internship, volunteering experience or your first graduate role, we can help you find opportunities during your time at LSE and beyond.
What are you looking for today?
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Searching for a job? Find one on the MyCareer vacancy board
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I’m an international student, take a look at Student Circus
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I’m interested in LSE-exclusive internships and programmes
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I’d like to find out more about volunteering and work experience
Searching for job?
You have access to MyCareer, our online platform where you can search and apply for jobs and opportunities, as well as book appointments and events.
MyCareer is usually the fastest way to find roles targeted at LSE students and alumni.This is LSE’s main job board and includes opportunities such as:
External job boards
Guidance for international students
Student Circus is a job search portal aimed at
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International students in the UK who are currently on a student visa
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Students looking to work overseas International students returning to work in their home country after studying
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International students returning to work in their home country after studying
Student Circus
LSE-exclusive internships and programmes
LSE Skills Accelerator
What is it? A short virtual programme with Practera that helps you build professional skills and could lead to a two‑week part‑time team project with a partner employer.
Who can apply? Current students (if you have less than 12 weeks work experience you’ll be prioritised)
When do applications usually open? October, December and March
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Summer Internship Programme
What is it? A programme offering exclusive summer internships with UK charities, SMEs and start‑ups to help you develop professional skills, explore career options and build confidence.
Who can apply? Penultimate year undergraduate students (with limited work experience) and final year undergraduate students (with limited work experience).
When do applications usually open? November
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Parliamentary Internships Programme
What is it? A long running programme, established by LSE alum and Governor Barrry Sheerman MP, that connects LSE students with part-time internships in Westminster, working with MPs and peers across both Houses of Parliament.
Who can apply? Current master's and PhD students from any department
Please note, for in person and hybrid roles, in order to be eligible for security clearance, applicants must meet the UK address history criteria – having resided in the UK for at least three of the last five years.
When do applications usually open? Between September and December (different internships have different deadlines)
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LSE Graduate Internships
What is it? A scheme offering recent LSE graduates fixed-term paid roles on project-based work across the School to help develop technical and transferable skills for their future careers.
Who can apply? Alumni who have graduated in the past 24 months, from any department
When do applications usually open? Throughout Winter Term
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Not sure where to start?
If you're unsure which opportunities are right for you, or when to apply, we're here to help.
You can:
Whatever stage you're at, LSE Careers can support you to take your next step with confidence.