Digital Media Intern
| Company: | Dyfed-Powys Police |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £27,204 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Carmarthen, SA31 2PF |
| Working pattern: | Hybrid - 3 days remote |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Force
Dyfed Powys Police
Role Type
Police Staff
Business area / Department
People & Organisational Development
Location
Carmarthen, Headquarters
Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational
Agile
Grade
Internship
Salary
£27,204
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37
Type of Contract
Fixed Term
Time Commitment Duration (Months)
12
Level of Welsh language ability required?
1
Interview Date
1 December 2026
Closing Date
11/11/2026, 23:55
Job Advert Description
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity where your work really matters?
To be part of an extraordinary team of people, making a difference to our communities?
Then a paid internship with Dyfed Powys Police may just be the place to begin your career.
As the Digital Media Intern, you will be doing anything from designing eye-catching campaigns to creating impactful videos, you'll be at the forefront of how we connect with the community and share our vital work.
These posts attract a salary of £27,204 for a fixed 12-month period commencing September 2027.
To be eligible for the Dyfed Powys Police Internship Programme:
You must currently be studying on a degree course or graduated in the past 12 months.
Have lived in the UK for three continuous years, immediately prior to application. The calculation of the three-year period of time refers to the period immediately before an application is made.
Who we are:
Dyfed Powys Police is the largest geographical police area in England and Wales, covering 4,188 square miles over the four counties of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys. We are proud to be one of the safest areas to live and work in UK, and arguably the most attractive too.
How it works:
Our internships provide undergraduates with the opportunity of paid work with Dyfed Powys Police. They are designed to give you an amazing insight into how we work. It will give you the opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test in a practical and professional setting where you will gain valuable work experience and training. You can be confident that throughout your internship you will be supported by an expert team who will encourage you to fulfil your potential.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for enthusiastic students who want to gain excellent employability skills alongside their degree studies. We want to appoint interns who are full of innovative ideas, have a great work ethic and who are capable of working within a team environment in a disciplined organisation.
Could you be the intern that brings new skills and a fresh perspective to help us challenge our existing ways of working?
How to apply
Applications must be submitted via the online platform below.
You will be asked to complete an application form against five attainments which can be found in the role profile. Please read the guidance provided on how to complete the attainments section. If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to attend an interview.
Please also refer to the candidate guidance link below which provides more detail on how to complete your application.
https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/interview-guidance-hq-travel-doc-police-staff.pdf
What can you expect?
All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
24 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
Pension scheme
Staff Support Networks
Flexible working opportunities
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions
Please note:
Successful applicants will need to undertake the required vetting, medical and referencing checks by Dyfed Powys Police.
Face-to-face Interviews will be held at Dyfed Powys Police Headquarters in Carmarthen: 1st and 3rd December 2026.
Essential requirements
1. Must be working towards a degree, or equivalent qualification, in digital communication, marketing or related disciplines, or graduated in the last 12 months (E) 2. Must possess G.C.S.E’s Grades A-C/5-9, in Mathematics and English Language, or have proven relevant experience to a comparable level in numeracy and literacy (E) 3. Must have experience of working with a variety of social media platforms (E) 4. Must have the ability to understand communication/media deadlines and manage own workload, reprioritising when needed (E) 5. Must have a high level of attention to detail and excellent organisation skills (E)