HEPP

We’re hiring graduate interns! 📢

Are you interested in gaining experience on an exciting and innovative regional programme?

Have you seen the value of higher education and would like to inform learners about the opportunities available to them within HE?

Our graduate internship offers an invaluable opportunity to work as a Higher Education Engagement Assistant at either the Higher Education Progression Partnership South Yorkshire (HeppSY) or the Higher Education Progression Partnership (HEPP). HEPP & HeppSY work across South Yorkshire to encourage more children, young people, and adults to consider higher education opportunities.

Graduate Interns are the foundation of our work at HEPP/HeppSY and as a Higher Education Engagement Assistant you'll act as a role model delivering our bespoke resources and engaging with learners from local schools and colleges across the region.

For more details and to apply for this role please visit: https://tinyurl.com/5dm9suxr

To apply for this role you will need to register online via Sheffield Hallam University jobs: www.shu.ac.uk/jobs

📅 Closing date for applications is Wednesday 19th August.

We have our last Hepp Twilight Session of the year coming up on 21st May 🌙

✅️ Making the most of open days and choosing the right higher education course

Choosing the right higher education course is a major decision, and university or college open days are a fantastic way to explore options, ask questions, and experience the environment first-hand. This event is designed for supporters, parent and carers and prospective students to understand how to:

🏫 make the most of open days
🎯 confidently choose a course that fits their goals and interests
👨‍🎓 hear from parents/carers and students on their experience

When?
📅 Thursday 21 May 2026 at 17:00 – 17:30

🔗 Sign up via this link 99a649f8-8075-416a-accb-c4ce6834b112@8968f6a1-ac13-472f-b899-f7316e439f43" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/99a649f8-8075-416a-accb-c4ce6834b112@8968f6a1-ac13-472f-b899-f7316e439f43

Are you or your learner considering looking for a part-time job at university? From society roles to placements, there are so many ways to make money and build your CV at the same time.

Swipe through to find the best options👉️

Find out more on:
- UCAS: https://www.ucas.com/money-and-student-life/money/managing-money/balancing-work-and-study
- Prospects: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/student-jobs-at-university/
- University websites such as the University of Sheffield: https://sheffield.ac.uk/careers/prospective/undergraduate -employability-skills

Are you or your learner considering university?

Understanding Student Finance can help you support them in making informed decisions.

For more information:
- UCAS: https://www.ucas.com/money-and-student-life/money/student-finance/student-finance-england
- Student Finance England: https://www.gov.uk/student-finance

Applications are now open✅️