Greenwich supported internship programmes

Brighter Futures is an up-and-coming local business. Their supported internship programme gives young people the opportunity to gain practical experience in the workplace while learning and developing valuable skills for employment. 

The 12 month-programme is suitable for: 

• young people aged 16 to 24 with learning disabilities or on the autism spectrum. 
• those interested in working in the business  
• those who want to learn skills such as barista, customer service, production line and administration 

Key benefits

• Employability Level 1 qualification: Interns will work towards an employability qualification, enhancing their CVs and boosting their job prospects. 
• Hands-on experience: Through various rotations, interns gain practical skills in multiple fields. 
• Personal development: Interns receive tailored support to develop both professional and personal skills. 
• Mentorship and guidance: Experienced mentors provide guidance throughout the internship, ensuring each intern maximizes their potential. 

Rotations and activities

Barista training 

Making and serving hot drinks, cleaning the cutlery and dishes, and providing customer service. 

Customer service 

Serving customers, cleaning tables, setting up tables and serving food and drinks. 

Catering assistant 

Food hygiene, food storage, food preparation and cleaning. 

Production line 

Working in the print department of the printing firm.  

Admin 

Working within finance, HR, sales and goods receiving. Administration tasks, monitoring deliveries, invoicing, stock control, working with PCs and spreadsheets. 

Contact the Supported Internships team 

Email: special-needs@royalgreenwich.gov.uk  

Telephone: 020 8921 8029