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    A large part of the work of the House of Commons and the House of Lords takes place in committees, made up of MPs or Lords. These committees consider policy issues, scrutinise the work and expenditure of the government, and examine proposals for primary and secondary legislation. Select committees (see below) operate largely by an investigative process, while legislative committees operate mainly by debate.

    The Role

    The Select Committee team are looking to recruit 2 undergraduate students where you will work collaboratively as part of the Committee team to support the Committee. Support includes conducting research and undertaking administrative and organisational tasks relating to Committee inquiries or other work, preparing briefing material for the Committee, assisting in drafting reports for the Committee, and developing your knowledge of certain subjects covered by the Committee. If successful you’ll be able to express preferences about the Committees you would prefer to work with, which we will try to accommodate.

    Some of the key responsibilities include

    • Assist in scoping for inquiries
    • Conducting research
    • Attend Committee meetings
    • Preparing briefing material for evidence sessions
    • Accompany Members on visits in the UK (with other Committee staff)
    • Attend external events as requested and report back on matters of relevance to the work of the Committee

    Skills and experience

    The successful candidate will have the following skills/experience

    • Understands the role and work of Parliament and the context in which policy is made.
    • Demonstrate good communication skills; both written and oral.
    • Able to assimilate, understand and analyse evidence.
    • Uses effective interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with and work with a diverse range of people from all backgrounds.
    • The ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative.

    Eligibility

    Candidates must be studying any degree that is a recognised four-year sandwich/industrial placement course.

    Why Join

    In addition to your salary and allowances, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

    • 30 days’ annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year).   
    • Civil Service Pension scheme.   
    • Access to training and development
    • Flexible working.   
    • Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan.   

    Next steps

    If you are interested in the role, please submit an application form via the House of Commons careers portal providing evidence against criteria 1- 5.