If you are someone who is interested in Environmental, Archaeology or Geography, we have an exciting new internship opportunity.

Historic England are the public body that looks after England’s historic environment. We champion historic places, helping people understand, value and care for them.

They are seeking for a curious and analytical individual to join them as an Environmental Heritage Intern.

This a full-time or part-time 8 week paid Emerging Talent Programme. You will receive £454 per week bursary (Pro rata for part-time). You will be offered hybrid working where you are based in the York office and from home.

Target Start Date: August 2025

Emerging Talent Programme
Historic England’s Emerging Talent Programme provides opportunities to those underrepresented in the heritage sector. 
These training internships are for young people aged 18 to 30 years old across three audiences:

• Black, Asian, or ethnic minorities
• Disabled people
• People who are disadvantaged by their social and/or economic background or circumstances

Purpose of the Internship
The Archaeological Investigation team and the North East & Yorkshire Regional team are collaborating on a programme of research and engagement work focused on the Yorkshire Wolds. This internship will assist the Aerial Survey Team in preparing for the upcoming programme of research and will provide an opportunity to learn the basic skills involved with understanding historic landscapes from the air.

You will assist the Partnerships team to coordinate a programme of community-based projects and collaborative with team members to develop these grant aided projects by providing administrative and organisational support as well as liaising with grant applicants and wider community groups.

During this internship you will gain an understanding of how archaeological research informs protection and understanding of the historic environment, leading to benefits for local communities.

What you will be doing

• Assist with the collation and preparation of research material relating to the archaeology of the Yorkshire Wolds including aerial photographs, airborne laser scanning data (lidar) and historic environment information.
• Help in identifying and collating existing literature on the archaeology of the project area and the wider Yorkshire Wolds landscape.
• Handle and look after archive material.
• Contribute to the project research through researching an archaeological site using aerial photographs with training and mentoring from the Aerial Survey team.
• Learn and use basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills to collate historic environment information.
• Work collaboratively with the Wolds project team and share knowledge.
• Assist the Partnerships Team and Business Support Team with the administration of grant-aided, community-based projects which have been identified as part of the regional team project.
• Assist with the administration of the network of community organisations associated with the programme and associated files and documentation.
• Support the delivery of site-based events and meetings.

Behaviours we are looking for:

Communication - you enjoy actively listening and questioning where necessary 
Curiosity – You show an interest in new things and actively seek out new information
Discovery - You love finding out new things and developing yourself 
Problem Solving - You enjoy analysing situations and investigating practical solutions 

Why complete an Internship with Historic England

Historic England's internships will enable you to gain valuable hands-on experience of working in the heritage sector, developing skills to enable you to take the next steps in your career.
Once you have completed your Emerging Talent Placement you will be eligible to apply for a 6 month Step-Up placement. These are paid training roles, based within a team for six months full time (part time will be considered). They are specifically targeted for people who have undertaken one of our Emerging Talent Internships over the summer, either this year, or in a previous year.
These placements are designed to give you that “step up” into a longer paid work in the heritage sector.
They will also help you develop your essential skills, improving your employability.

Events and meetings
Historic England will be hosting a Welcome Event for all Emerging Talent Programme in their London office on 31 July 2025.

Attend Aerial Survey team meetings; internal Yorkshire Wolds Project team meetings; stakeholder engagement meetings and/or events.

Historic England want all of our candidates to shine in the recruitment process. Please tell us what we can do to make sure you can show us your very best self. You can contact us by email at l.fisher@step.org.uk or k.kirkman@step.org.uk if you have any recruitment queries. 

How to Apply:
Stage One: Expression of interest to join The Emerging Talent Programme
This is to confirm your interest and eligibility for this opportunity.

Stage Two: Brief Call
To provide you with further information regarding the live opportunities and to discuss your interests.

Stage Three: Direct Submission
Direct Application to Historic England, a specific link will be sent to you from the Step Team.

Stage Four: Interview Preparation
Once you have been shortlisted and invited to interview. Historic England will provide interview questions 24 hours before the interview and Step will support you with an interview preparation session, giving you the opportunity to practice on elaborating points, transferable skills and any other preparation required.