Edinburgh university student Work, Jobs in Edinburgh, Sct (with Salaries)

Parliamentary Intern – Lloyd Melville MSP
Scottish National Party (SNP) —Edinburgh
- £14 an hour
- Research
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
2d
Recruitment and Events Administrator
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Customer service
- University
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Graduate Apprentice - UK Student Recruitment
Heriot Watt University —Edinburgh
- £24,215 a year
- Full-time
- Databases
- University
- Presentation skills
- Flexible schedule
4d
Catering and Events Assistant
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Café
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Communications and Industry Engagement Coordinator
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- University
- Communication skills
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Earth Fellow: on-campus engagement with COP and sustainability communications
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Social media management
- University
- Café
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Domestic Team Supervisor
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- University
- Café
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
2d
Specialist Mentor (Autism Spectrum Condition) - University of Edinburgh
Clear Links Support Ltd —Edinburgh
- £28 an hour
- Call to connect
- University
- Time management
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
3d
Study Skills Specialist (SpLD/Dyslexia) - University of Edinburgh
Clear Links Support Ltd —Edinburgh
- £30 an hour
- Call to connect
- University
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
3d
Careers, Skills & Academic Partnerships Manager
Edinburgh Napier University —Sighthill
- £46,049 - £58,225 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- University
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
4d
Earth Fellow: monitoring university farm sustainability
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Laboratory experience
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Earth Fellow: air quality chronicles
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Teacher of Biology - Preston Lodge High School
East Lothian Council —Prestonpans
- £36,159 - £54,453 a year
- Temporary
- School
- Teaching
9h
International Regional Manager - Americas
Edinburgh Napier University —Sighthill
- £46,049 - £58,225 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- University
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Lecturer in Radiography
Queen Margaret University —Edinburgh
- £44,746 - £56,535 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- University
- Teaching
4d
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cold-Water Coral in-Silico Reef Models
Heriot Watt University —Edinburgh
- £37,694 - £47,389 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Research
- Annual leave
2d
General Manager
Mantle Yard —Leith
- £42,000 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
- Life insurance
Quick apply
9d
Teaching Fellow - Primary Care Ophthalmology
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- Teaching
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
10d
Salaried GP
NHS Scotland —Dunfermline
- Patient care
Lecturer in Hydrology
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- English
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

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Parliamentary Intern – Lloyd Melville MSP

Scottish National Party (SNP)
Edinburgh

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Job details

Fixed term contract | Internship
£14 an hour
2 days ago

Qualifications

Stakeholder liaison
UK GDPR
Administrative support experience
Filing
Microsoft Office Suite
Research
Administrative experience
Statistical analysis
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Organisational skills
IT
Data collection
Communication skills

Full job description

Location: Scottish Parliament, Holyrood, Edinburgh
Pay: £14 per hour
Job Details: One day per week, seven hours, during parliamentary sitting periods
Contract: Fixed-term placement from September 2026 until June 2027

Job purpose: Lloyd Melville MSP is looking for a Parliamentary Intern to join his Holyrood office for the 2026–27 parliamentary session. This role offers a university student the opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience of the Scottish Parliament and the day-to-day operation of a busy MSP’s office.

The successful candidate will assist with parliamentary research, communications and general administration while supporting Lloyd in representing his constituents. The post will operate only during parliamentary sitting periods, amounting to approximately 37 working days over the parliamentary year.

Key Responsibilities

Undertaking research into policy areas, parliamentary business and local issues.
Obtaining and compiling relevant research and information from external organisations.
Analysing, evaluating and interpreting data and statistics.
Preparing briefings, updates and other written materials.
Monitoring parliamentary proceedings, current affairs and media developments.
Assisting with the production of speeches, presentations, press materials and parliamentary questions and motions.
Corresponding with constituents, stakeholders and community organisations.
Responding to incoming correspondence and enquiries within agreed timescales.
Coordinating, tracking and monitoring enquiries to ensure that they are handled promptly and professionally.
Providing general administrative and secretarial support.
Maintaining accurate filing systems and office records.
Ensuring that information is handled in accordance with data protection legislation and UK GDPR requirements.

This description is indicative of the nature and level of responsibility associated with this position. It is not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may be required to undertake other reasonable duties as required.

Skills and Experience

(E is Essential, D is Desirable)

Currently studying at a university or other higher education institution (E)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (E)
Strong IT skills and accurate attention to detail (E)
Excellent administrative and organisational skills (E)
Ability to prioritise competing tasks and complete work within agreed timescales (E)
Ability to research, analyse and interpret information accurately (E)
Flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to exercise good judgement and use initiative (E)
Professional, reliable and proactive approach to work (E)
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people and organisations (E)
Knowledge and understanding of current affairs and the Scottish political landscape (D)
Knowledge of parliamentary processes and the work of the Scottish Parliament (D)
Experience of Microsoft Office applications (D)
Experience of research, administration, communications or public-facing work (D)

How to Apply

To apply, please send a one-page CV and a covering letter of no more than 300 words to [email protected] by Wednesday 26 August 2026, setting out why you would like the position and why you believe you are a suitable candidate for the role.

Work Location: In person at the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood, Edinburgh

Constituency Office

Scottish Parliament Building

Horse Wynd

Edinburgh, EH99 1SP

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edinburgh university student jobs in edinburgh, sct

Parliamentary Intern – Lloyd Melville MSP

Recruitment and Events Administrator

Graduate Apprentice - UK Student Recruitment

Catering and Events Assistant

Communications and Industry Engagement Coordinator

Earth Fellow: on-campus engagement with COP and sustainability communications

Domestic Team Supervisor

Specialist Mentor (Autism Spectrum Condition) - University of Edinburgh

Study Skills Specialist (SpLD/Dyslexia) - University of Edinburgh

Careers, Skills & Academic Partnerships Manager

Earth Fellow: monitoring university farm sustainability

Earth Fellow: air quality chronicles

Teacher of Biology - Preston Lodge High School

International Regional Manager - Americas

Lecturer in Radiography

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cold-Water Coral in-Silico Reef Models

General Manager

Teaching Fellow - Primary Care Ophthalmology

Salaried GP

Lecturer in Hydrology

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