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Positive Action Scheme 2025
Applications for our 2025 placements have now closed!
Please check back in February 2026 when applications will open.
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The Guardian believes there should be a better representation of our diverse society in the media and each summer offers two-week work experience placements for those from underrepresented groups who are aiming to start a career in journalism.
Every year our London office runs paid schemes (London living wage) during the summer:
for people with disabilities;
for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) applicants;
and, for the first time this year, for people from working-class backgrounds.
About the schemes
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Over 2 weeks, you’ll gain an insight into the profession, working in different sections across our newspaper and website.
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You’ll have an experienced journalist as a mentor to offer career advice.
- For applicants who have no access to accommodation in London, we can provide a small number of grants funded by the Sarah Hughes Trust.
Please note, the schemes are only open to applicants over 18 years old. You must have the right to work or train in the UK at the time of application.
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We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future.
*Positive action is covered by section 158 of the Equality Act 2010
