What we do

Inspiring Interns was formed in 2009 and has since placed over 7,000 talented university graduates within companies such as M&amp;C Saatchi Mobile, EasyJet, Lloyds bank, 20th Century Fox and the NHS.
We offer paid internships as well as permanent graduate jobs.&nbsp;We specialise in roles in marketing, account management, analytics, business development, project management, sales and finance in a huge range of industries.&nbsp;
Every day we receive 1000+ applications. These applications are then filtered and the top candidates get invited in to film their video CV with us. 97% of our clients would recommend us for the quality of our candidates and fast turnover.&nbsp;
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Who you'll work with

Unlike some recruitment companies out there, we love to meet our candidates. After a quick telephone call to get an idea of your career goals, we'll invite you in to film a video CV.
This is a one minute long video that gives prospective employers an idea of your skills and experience.
We'll then send your application to companies who are ready to interview.&nbsp;We will maintain contact with you throughout your job search.
We pride ourselves on our friendly, polite and proactive team.&nbsp;95% of candidates stated that they felt at ease during our process and 92% agreed that communication was excellent.

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Do you want to kickstart your career by working with a leading company within financial markets? Our client operates the regulated markets of cities across Europe, and are searching for a dynamic and talented Relationship Management Intern! This is a 12 month internship paying 27K. This role is hybrid with 3 days at the office in Canary Wharf. In this role you will be required to have great organisation and administration skills. If you have an interest in financial markets that would be a bonus! About the Company: Our client is a multi-asset clearing house that provides proven risk management capabilities on several markets, across a range of trading venues including Euronext Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Lisbon, Milan and Paris Cash Markets. Their Activities: Our client clear equities, EFTs, closed-end funds, financial and commodity derivatives, bonds and repos across multiple markets with a wide and varied client base in a highly competitive market. They are seeking to offer an internship opportunity to a dynamic and talented individual to support the Senior Sales manager in London and work closely with their clearing Sales and Onboarding teams to optimise performance of their Clearings Sales and Relationship Management activities. The Team: You will assist in the administration and analysis of their Clearings UK clients. Fully supported by the Senior Sales Manager you will assist with the organisation and preparation for regular client meetings and resulting actions, including the production of Management information for client meetings and internal reporting purposes. The role will require close co-ordination with the Senior Sales Manager and different business units to ensure alignment and progress against business priorities. The Role: In this role you will support the Clearing Sales team on a day-to-day basis with a broad remit of tasks to optimise the performance of the Clearings Sales and Relationship Management activities. You will support in the production of Management information for client meetings and internal reporting purposes. Help coordinate and track priorities and actions from client meetings and prepare other ad hoc presentations/reports Conduct analysis as required to identify and support sales activities and opportunities. Prepare metrics to measure performance of relevant businesses and client activities. About You: Experience: Business acumen and understanding of the wider eco-system the client operates in Some knowledge and interest in financial market infrastructure would be a bonus Technical skills: Strong analytical/problem solving mindset Strong-customer focus with the ability to understand and anticipate the customer needs (external &amp; internal) Ability to work with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint PowerPoint/strategic deck presentation skills Soft skills: Strong self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to take ownership of projects Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders Proactive problem solver with a solutions orientated approach and high attention to detail Fluency in English is essential Company Benefits: Strong company values of Unity, Integrity, Agility, Energy, and Accountability A company named among The Ultimate Fintech Workplace Awards 2020, and The Most Influential Financial Technology Firms in 2021 and 2022 A collaborative, transparent, team oriented office culture Excellent career path opportunities, with the ability to make an impact from day one Generous time off and hybrid working model

Relationship Management Internship

Are you passionate about making an impact and always act with integrity? Do you continuously look to push yourself to achieve new goals? and not afraid to question the status quo by proposing creative solutions to problems. Would you like to be part of a graduate scheme for our global leading client who has been recognised as one of the World's Best Employers! This vacancy will be based in Stockport Manchester with the Graduate Scheme starting in September. The Graduate Sales Engineer will undertake a twelve-month technical and sales program, rotating across various UK sales divisions whilst actively participating in opportunity creation, solution engineering, proposal development, negotiation, closing, booking, and processing customer orders. Whilst the role is sales-focused we are typically looking for graduates with an engineering discipline. About the client Established over 100 years ago and recognised as one of the Worlds Best Employers we are a global leader in automation technology and software. With over $13 billion of global net sales, we help customers in critical industries, like energy, chemical, power and renewables, life sciences and factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. The Programme Our Commercial Graduate Sales Engineer, is part of our UK &amp; Ireland Sales group, where you can expect excellent product, sales &amp; technical training, and the opportunity to learn from some of the best managers and engineers in our industries! Located out of our Stockport office you will partake in a twelve-month rotational programme rotating between our key business areas, such as: Final Control, Measurement &amp; Analytical, Isolation Valves and others. During this time, you will learn about: The products and services we offer, Collaborate with our sales and technical teams to deliver excellent customer service, Contribute to the business growth, increasing sales opportunities with our customers. Throughout the program, you will be paired with a mentor from our organisation, as well as a buddy who has previously participated in the Graduate Programme. Their guidance and support will ensure your growth and development. In addition, you will be involved in numerous continuous improvement projects which will allow you the opportunity to build your network whilst gaining additional skills and experiences which all support the ongoing success of our organisation. You'll actively participate in opportunity creation, solution engineering, proposal development, negotiation, closing, booking, and processing customer orders Upon completion of the program, you will transition into the role of an Inside Sales Engineer. This role will further nurture your professional growth within our business. You will be required to live within a commutable distance of our Stockport office (or being willing to relocate). What We Expect From You: Minimum of 2:2 university degree or equivalent, in STEM disciplines Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent, to include Mathematics and English Language A genuine interest in STEM disciplines Flexibility to travel throughout the UK &amp; Ireland and abroad A Valid Full clean driving license is preferred and the use of a car (there will be frequent travel throughout the programme) English fluency to business standard essential Graduate Sales Engineer Demonstrate strong communication skills both verbal and written IT Literacy and experience in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Demonstrate the Emerson Value Our Offer to You You will be working at the heart of our business. This means that the skills and business insight gained can serve as an invaluable foundation for developing your career within our global organisation. We offer plentiful opportunities for advancement and support this through our formal personal development planning process. Our onboarding program uses a blended learning approach to get you up and running as quickly as possible. You benefit from certified trainers with extensive knowledge of our customers, products and applications. Our inclusive company culture celebrates the unique perspectives, diversity of thoughts, and exceptional innovation that come to life when we actively seek to hire and develop the best, brightest team members from all backgrounds. These unique points of view help foster fresh thinking and new ideas, ensuring our continued success in the future.

Graduate Scheme Sales Engineer

Do you have great research and data analysis skills? Are you comfortable with project management? Our specialist engagement consultancy is looking for a graduate Research Executive to join them. About Our Client Our Client is a specialist engagement consultancy. They aim to help companies improve their performance through their people. They build engagement strategies that support an organisational culture in which everybody plays their part. Using smart research and analytics to guide decision-making and measure ROI. Also, aligning processes and technology to meet their clients’ wider goals. Primary Purpose To support the delivery of high-quality research and consulting to our clients, contributing at all phases of the delivery process, including research design, data management, production of deliverables, strategic interpretation and presentation across our practice areas: Key to this role is a proactive attitude, a flexible approach to work and a willingness to learn and apply different methodologies. Key areas of responsibility Include: Research design and execution Demonstrate a good understanding of various methods of data collection and how these can be applied based on the research objectives (both quantitative and qualitative research design) Be aware of how evolving technology and media platforms support innovative feedback and insight techniques Support questionnaire development and survey testing procedures Programme online surveys, including complex routing and layout design Support the undertaking of qualitative research exercises through the facilitation and capturing of content Support in the planning and administration of bespoke and third-party diagnostic tools and assessments used in our individual leadership and leadership team development programmes Support in the smooth delivery of our productised research solutions across our practice areas. Ensure the chosen research solution suits the research subject, audience and key stakeholders Analysis and interpretation of research data Manage, clean and process large data sets both quickly and efficiently Have a strong understanding of basic statistical concepts, including percentages, means, standard errors and confidence intervals Design, produce and interpret simple cross-tabulation analyses Undertake statistical testing and analyses for use in smart analytics Interpret qualitative data to identify themes and develop meaningful representations of these Interpret the results of bespoke and third-party diagnostic tools and assessments used in our individual leadership and leadership team development programmes Apply bespoke and standardised analysis to ENGAGE productised research solutions Reporting Create graphical and explanatory reports to present findings to clients Support in the build and production of online and offline reporting solutions for clients, including strategic presentations, summary dashboards, online data reports, response rate tools Proof reports and presentations Prepare summary reports of bespoke and third-party diagnostic tools and assessments for our individual leadership and leadership team development programmes Project Management Co-ordinate research projects as part of a team Compile timelines, monitor project progress and suggest appropriate actions when scheduling issues arise Prepare and deliver project briefings with team members Effectively communicate project progress, risks and updates to client project teams Innovation &amp; Marketing Learn about, and share, relevant innovations within technology, industry and client organisations and undertake relevant competitor analysis Support in the development of our innovations (products, approaches and methodologies) including QA, client and market testing Development of marketing material and thought leadership (including case studies, online and social media content, white papers and PoVs) Contribute to the ongoing development of our systems and processes to support our commitment to constant improvement and innovation Business Development Consistently support and take ownership of the delivery of outstanding customer service to ensure client retention and growth Identification of existing client growth opportunities and risks Background desk research on existing and new/potential clients (e.g. compiling business profile summaries, and information for proposals) Contribution to new business pitches, proposals and project design Skills &amp; Experience Excellent administrative and project management skills A keen eye for detail, demonstrable commitment to quality and accuracy Strong numerical skills and understanding of the basic techniques that can be used to explore the causal relationships that exist within a set of research findings Confidence (and ideally experience) in working with large and complex datasets Familiarity with evolving technology and media channels used to communicate, connect and collect feedback from various audiences Advanced IT skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS (desirable) Sound ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload Excellent verbal and written communication skills Confidence to use your initiative and enjoy working in a team

Graduate Research Executive

Background Our client is the private investment vehicle of a family office, with a focus on real estate, asset management and financial technology. Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) : • Working closely with Directors and Principals to lead the assessment of potential investments, land acquisitions, developments or asset management initiatives. • Performing complex and dynamic financial modelling and analysis for investment, development and asset management opportunities. • Conducting research on selected property sectors and geographies, delivering quantitative and qualitative analysis. • Assisting in the preparation of business plans and investment memorandums for new acquisitions. • Assisting in drafting reports to the company’s Board, Investors, Lenders and JV Partners • Attending due diligence meetings with management and external advisors. • Performing internal asset management reporting tasks including updating business plans, working closely with property managers/asset managers/operating partners, helping to execute existing business plans and monitor budgets. • Monitoring portfolio performance, assisting in operational and strategic reviews. Highlighting recommended investments, divestments, asset management initiatives, capex and diversification opportunities. • Leading on origination of value-add commercial opportunities and maintaining a strong network of contacts. • Ensuring efficient and accurate tracking of deal pipeline and strive for best practice and improvements in way of working. • Helping to manage debt sourcing for assets (if required), be involved in debt due diligence and negotiations. • Ensuring internal systems are kept up to date on an ongoing basis to support underwriting activities and broaden market knowledge. • This role will be split between acquisitions, asset management and operations so the successful candidate will need to demonstrate an ability to multitask. About You • 3-5 years’ relevant experience as an Analyst (real estate, investment banking, investment management, corporate finance, valuation). • RICS not mandatory but preferred. • Strong financial modelling skills - must be able to create bespoke and dynamic financial models from scratch, as well as ad hoc interpretation of existing financial models. • Strong numerical background with excellent analytical thinking. • Strong problem-solving ability. • Excellent attention to detail. • Excellent communication skills - both written and oral. • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple workstreams/projects simultaneously - a self-starter with strong communication skills. • The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently and within a small, entrepreneurial team. • A genuine interest and passion for Real Estate and the desire to progress and grow within the company.