The Edelman Graduate Scheme – now in its 11th year – is one of the longest standing in the PR industry.

Due to the success of our 2009 Graduate Scheme, this year we will be running two graduate intakes: one starting January 2010 and one starting September 2010.

Although, the deadline for applications has now passed, applications to our January 2011 scheme will open in October 2010. In addition, we are always open for speculative applications as we look to recruit the Next Generation of talent.

Who is Edelman?

Edelman is the world’s largest independent PR agency, employing over 3,200 people in 51 offices worldwide. In the UK, we are 260 people, working on some of the most prominent, award-winning campaigns of recent times.

In 2009, Edelman was named as PR Week’s ‘Consultancy of the Year’ and is accredited by Best Companies. We are ranked number one in Technology, number two in Health, number three in Consumer (PR Week league tables 2009). We are the Holmes Report European Consumer Agency of the Year.  Our global President & CEO, Richard Edelman, has been named Most Powerful Person 2008 by PR Week and Agency Executive of the Year 2008 by Ad Age.

We are famous for our pioneering spirit; our leadership in Digital communications; our thought leadership in Trust. We provide an exciting working environment and are determined and ready to face the future challenges of the communications industry. We are committed to being a Responsible business in all its dimensions and offer exciting opportunities for staff to get involved.

Have a look at our UK website if you would like find out more about the agency, our people and our clients.

Edelman’s future success depends on the calibre of the people who work with us. By employing the very best graduates, we are securing the continued success of the agency for years to come. In order to attract and retain top people, we offer a programme which promises to challenge, develop and support all our trainees.

On the Edelman graduate scheme you can expect:

• digital savvyness
• strong knowledge of online social media forums
• personal development through training throughout your career
• coaching and mentoring from senior colleagues, who represent some of the most experienced talent in the industry
• exposure to the latest thought leadership in the industry and forums for knowledge exchange across the agency
• responsibility early on in your career
• a dynamic and supportive work environment
• a competitive salary and contractual benefits package, including travel insurance
• non-contractual benefits such as breakfasts in the morning, an extra day off for your birthday and subsidised massages
• regular appraisals to discuss career prospects, promotion, areas for training and development
• the opportunity to get involved in other activities such as charity work, the Edelman Green Team or the social committee

What are we looking for?

We are looking for high calibre candidates who possess the following:

• good written and verbal communication skills
• good interpersonal and team-working skills
• creative flair
• commitment, enthusiasm and ambition
• the ability to present ideas and concepts convincingly
• commercial awareness
• good time management and organisational skills
• a good track record of academic achievement, including a 1st or 2:1 degree

How do I apply?

Applications to the January 2011 scheme will open in October 2010, please keep an eye on our site for more details. To apply speculatively for an internship or entry level position, please upload your details to our applications database.