Below are some resources to support you when recruiting an intern through the Employ.ed in an SME Programme. The Careers Team will direct you to the relevant resources at each stage of the recruitment process, as and when you need them. Employ.ed in a SME: A Guide to Recruiting Students and Graduates This guide is here to support you in recruiting an intern through the Employ.ed programme for SMEs. Hosting an intern is a fantastic opportunity to bring fresh ideas, new skills, and different perspectives into your organisation while supporting the development of emerging talent. Document Employ.ed in a SME Guide to Recruiting Students and Graduates (2.38 MB / ED IN A SME GUIDE TO RECRUITING STUDENTS AND GRADUATES) Job Advert Template A clear and engaging job advert will help attract suitable candidates to the role. This template outlines the key information to include and provides guidance to help you create an effective and informative advert. Document Employ.ed in a SME Job Advert Template (45.07 KB / ED IN A SME JOB ADVERT TEMPLATE) Job Description Template A clear job description helps candidates understand the role, its key responsibilities, and the essential and desirable criteria required. This template provides a structured format and guidance to help you create a clear and comprehensive job description. Document Employ.ed in a SME Job Description Template (37.25 KB / ED IN A SME JOB DESCRIPTION TEMPLATE) Induction Support Checklist To help your new team member settle in quickly and get off to a strong start, we have created an Induction Support Checklist. Please download and review the checklist to help ensure your intern has a smooth and successful start to their internship. Document Employ.ed in a SME Induction Checklist (103.5 KB / ED IN A SME INDUCTION CHECKLIST) This article was published on Tuesday 22 September 2026