Supported internships if you have an EHCP

Supported internships

A supported internship is a work-based study programme for young people who:

• are aged 16 to 24
• have an education, health and care plan (EHCP)

Supported internships usually last one year and are designed for young people who want to start work but need some extra support.

How it works

You will be enrolled at a school or college. Each week you will do: 

• 1 to 2 days of learning at the school or college
• 3 to 4 days in an unpaid work placement

You will get:

• support from a qualified job coach
• skills to help you move into paid work when the internship ends

Who runs supported internships

They are run as a partnership between:

• employers - where you do your work placement
• schools and colleges - where you do your learning
• supported employment services - who run the programme and provide job coaches

Find a supported internship

These providers offer supported internships in the local area. Find out more on their websites:

• Ways into Work
• Shaw Trust
• Optalis
• Berkshire College of Agriculture (for young people who already go to the college)