EY Volunteer Employer Engagement Intern - months Manchester 

United Kingdom, England, Manchester 

727892883

Role Profile:

Job Title: V
olunteering and Employer Engagement Intern

Application Deadline: 17/10/2025

Job Type: Internship FTC – 12 months

We work in regions across the country, with team members based in four hubs in London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Birmingham. We operate a hybrid working model, where staff work in the office at least one day per week, however, depending on the nature of your role or specific business needs, you may be required to attend the office or events more than once a week.

As an independent charity we raise income through corporate partners, traditional fundraising, and grants.

Throughout your year-long internship, you will work within our Volunteering and Employer Engagement Teams.

You will learn the day-to-day operations of each function and apply the knowledge you acquire to various projects and tasks.

The role will include several key responsibilities but are not limited to:

• Support the recruitment, onboarding and training of volunteers (including internal EY staff and external business volunteers) via in person and online sessions.
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of presentations and reports.
• Conduct research and gather information as required.
• Analyse volunteer data and identify any emerging trends.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Represent the organisation professionally at external events and programmes.
• Maintain accurate records via our CRM and adhere to organisational policies.

What you will bring to the Foundation is your demonstrable personal qualities, skills and knowledge in the following areas:

Personal Qualities

• Strong work ethic, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
• Be an active listener
• Great attention to detail
• Ability being proactive, adaptable, highly organised, a problem solver
• Ability to effectively communicate, convey information and collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders and clients
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to foster positive relationships with a range of people
• Collaboration and flexibility in your team working, whilst also being able to work with minimum supervision

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

No specific qualifications are needed for this role. We're looking for someone who is excited to have an internship in the charitable sector and is passionate about social mobility and you should show an interest to diversity and inclusion.

To apply for this internship, please follow these steps:

1. Click the application link and complete your profile on the website.
2. Upload your CV and a Cover Letter (maximum 500 words).
3. Answer the three questions below in your cover letter.

Cover Letter Questions

Please respond to all three questions in your cover letter:

1. What motivates you to pursue a career in the charity sector, and why are you interested in social mobility?

You can share personal experiences, values, or goals that have shaped your interest.

1. Tell us about a time when you worked with others to achieve a shared goal.

What was your role, and what did you learn? This could be from school, work, volunteering, or another experience.

1. What excites you about working with volunteers and employers at the EY Foundation?

A Note on Using AI Tools

However, please make sure your answers are personal and written in your own words. We want to hear your voice, your ideas, and your experiences.

Tips:

• Use AI as a helper, not the final writer.
• Make your answers specific to this role and to the EY Foundation.
• Share real examples from your life.
• Be ready to talk about what you wrote if you're invited to interview.

We’re not looking for perfection, we’re looking for authenticity, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

Our recruitment process has three stages:

1. Application Review

We’ll carefully read your CV and cover letter.

1. First Interview

If shortlisted, we’ll invite you to a first-stage face to face interview.

You’ll receive some of the questions in advance, and we’ll ask a few more on the day.

If you need any adjustments or support at any stage, including interviews or onboarding, please let us know. We’re happy to help.

If you’re invited and can’t make that date, please let us know, we’ll do our best to offer an alternative.

Morning:

• 9.00 – 10.00: Check calendar and emails, prioritising responses to any upcoming programmes / workshops that require volunteers / briefings / resources required.

• 10.00 – 12.00: Online meeting with external organisation supporting with volunteer recruitment. Make notes of who the team are, their goals and how they align with our mission and what volunteer opportunities we have coming up that fit. Post call, check CRM with what volunteer spots are available for the specific programme (regional or national depending on organisation) and collate to send to colleagues for circulation, noting on CRM that those spots are ringfenced.

Afternoon:

• 12.00 – 12.30: Check and respond to emails in volunteer inbox, directing to appropriate team members where necessary.

• 12.30 – 13.30: Lunch break.

• 13.30 – 14.30: Hub meeting: Meet with regional team with colleagues to discuss volunteer requirements for upcoming programmes and workshops. Help identify the appropriate individuals and teams to approach.

• 14.30 – 16.30: Collaborate with comms team to create effective digital material to send to volunteers / fundraisers which improve the volunteer experience and make the process of signing up easier and more efficient for all parties.

• 16.30 – 17.00: Check inbox and calendar for the rest of the week / month to stay on track with upcoming programmes / workshops.

Remember, this is just a snapshot of a typical day. The specific tasks and responsibilities will vary depending on the needs of the charity.

What sets this internship apart:

• Real-world experience : Gain valuable hands-on experience in the charity sector and contribute to meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives about social mobility.
• Skill development : Enhance your professional skills, including research, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and project management.
• Networking opportunities : Connect with experienced professionals in the charity sector and build valuable relationships.