English for Action are a grassroots charity, who use language skills to enable people to have a social, economic and political voice. They do this by providing free participatory, action-orientated English language classes for migrants across London.
In 2024, King’s College London secured funding in partnership with English for Action to develop EmpowerESOL, a free and flexible English language programme. Offering a mix of online and in-person classes across different levels, the programme supports a diverse range of learners, including parents from Empoderando Familias, sanctuary seekers, forced migrant students, and King’s staff. King’s volunteers support learners in the classroom as teaching assistants. A dedicated research team conducts analyses of what works and of the programme's longer-term impact on social mobility.
To support English for Action in better understanding user needs and evaluating the impact of its programmes, both at King’s and in the wider community, the charity is seeking a student intern to assist with research and evaluation.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in how monitoring and evaluation are carried out in the charity sector, particularly in measuring and demonstrating impact.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Attending ESOL classes both within the local community, at King’s and online – to get first-hand experience of how English for Action operates. Please note some classes will take place on the weekend – you will receive time back in lieu for this.
- Assisting with survey implementation, transcription processes and supporting participatory workshops.
- Attend meetings with key stakeholders, research guidance meetings and community organising training
This is a one-month internship running from 22 June to 19 July, with a pay rate of £15.29 per hour.
As part of the role, you’ll be expected to attend in-person classes within King’s and the local community, in-between this you are able to work remotely or there is workspace at King’s is available if preferred. This can be arranged in discussion with your line manager.
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Application
To apply, please send through your CV and a short cover letter (1-page) using the form here: https://forms.office.com/e/jT9NXC85V5, by 23.59 on Sunday 31st May.
We would like to understand why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the essential criteria. Please use your cover letter to address the criteria listed below, highlighting the skills and experience you currently have, as well as what you hope to learn and develop through the opportunity.
Essential criteria:
An interest in migration, social justice, or community-based work, particularly supporting migrant communities
An interest in research, monitoring and evaluation, or learning how impact is measured in the charity sector
Strong communication skills, including the ability to engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
Good organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when handling data (e.g. surveys, transcription)
Willingness to learn and take initiative, including contributing to workshops and research activities
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Flexibility and reliability, including the ability to attend some in-person and occasional weekend sessions
Desirable criteria
Intermediate or fluent level of Russian and/or Spanish
Experience of volunteering or working with communities
Interest in language learning, ESOL or education
Knowledge of participatory research
Event ID: 02007-S2B5K