Project & Communications Support Intern

Midlothian Community Action (MCA)

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Closing date:

Job Description

18 weeks internship. Up to 25 hours per week.

Midlothian Community Action (MCA) is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic intern to provide short term support to our project workers. This role is ideal for someone interested in communications, community development, or the third sector. You will help deliver project communications, promote volunteering across Midlothian, and support a range of administrative tasks that keep our organisation running smoothly.

As an intern, you will also have access to free training and job coaching opportunities to support your development.

About Us

Midlothian Community Action (MCA) is the Third Sector Interface (TSI) for Midlothian. We provide support, guidance, and representation for charities, community groups, social enterprises, and volunteers. As the TSI, we act as the central point of contact between the third sector and the Scottish Government, and we work to strengthen and champion local voluntary action.

There is a TSI in every Scottish local authority area. While core funding comes from the Scottish Government, we work with a wide range of partners and funders to support the vibrant third sector in Midlothian.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Communications Support

• Assist in promoting MCA’s internal projects through targeted communications.
• Support the promotion of events, forums, training sessions, and sector-wide initiatives.
• Research and produce case studies demonstrating the impact of volunteering.
• Create content for social media and contribute to marketing campaigns.
• Amplify the voice and representation of the third sector in Midlothian.
• Deliver occasional presentations or talks to encourage volunteering.
• Work collaboratively with third sector staff and volunteers, including attending forums, summits, and supporting with presentations and minute taking.
• Attend team meetings and develop a strong understanding of the wider role of the TSI.

Administrative Support

• Provide general office support, including reception and phone cover when required.
• Input data into the volunteering database.
• Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Line Manager.