Barnet Mencap Supported Internship Open Evening

Come and learn about our supported internship programmes.

Mencap offers two main employability programmes: Pre-Supported Internships and Supported Internships. The Pre-Supported Internship is designed for young people who are less confident about starting work, providing a gentle introduction through classroom learning, enrichment activities, employer visits, and around 60 hours of work experience. The Supported Internship is a more intensive programme for learners ready to move into the workplace, combining classroom learning with substantial real-world experience of at least 420 hours of work experience between September and July, or up to 900 hours on employer-led programmes. On both programmes, learners are fully supported by trained Skills Coaches, who work alongside learners and employers to help develop job-specific skills, confidence, and independence.