Listening to LGBTIQ+ Learners: Understanding Lived Experiences of the Transition to Post-School Pathways

This internship will be based within the SDS Equality team, which leads work to improve outcomes for young people from protected groups through inclusive policy development, service design and research. A core focus of the team is supporting positive transitions for young people from school into learning, training and employment, ensuring that those who face […]

Reforming Council Tax: International Lessons on Property Tax Discounts and Exemption

Interns will gain an insight to policy development and the use of evidence in the Scottish Government. Working as part of the multi-disciplinary Local Government Analytical Unit, the intern will be based in the Local Government and Reform research team, which provides social research support for a wide range of policy areas including local government, third sector, […]

Supporting the Equality Evidence Base for Skills Development Scotland

Equality, diversity and inclusion is a key focus for Skills Development Scotland (SDS) as reflected in our most recent Equality Mainstreaming report for 2025-2029.    This internship sits within the SDS Evaluation and Research Team (E&R) and will support the development and production of the 2027 SDS Equality Evidence Review (EER)  – a key resource summarising the latest evidence on education and employment outcomes across equality groups. The EER […]

R24-12 Creative options for supporting island businesses and consumers

The intern will join the Ferries Strategy Team, a small and supportive team working closely with Transport Scotland economists and other policy teams across Ferries and Ports division. This role will assist the strategy team undertake a refresh of the 2017 ferry freight fares review, following a re-commitment by the Cabinet Secretary for Transport to […]

Exploring Refugees’ Access to Employability and Careers Information and Advice

Evidence shows that refugees face distinct challenges when navigating education, training and employability systems, impacting their progression and employment outcomes. Common barriers include limited awareness of available support services, language difficulties, unfamiliarity with the local skills system, and the need to manage complex personal circumstances while settling into a new environment. These factors often make it harder for refugees to […]