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Celebrating the launch of Intern 26, as we kick off this year’s programme

Maddie McArdle
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1 April 2026
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Pathfinder Programme

Wiseup is proud to announce the launch of the fourth Intern Programme, delivered in partnership with Kantar.

Kicking off with two mentor training workshops last week, Intern 26 is officially underway. This year’s programme will see 44 mentors supporting students from South Bank University Academy, Sedgehill Academy, Harris Westminster and St John’s the Baptist School — helping them take meaningful steps towards their future careers.

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Intern 26 goes live

This year’s launch marks another exciting milestone for the programme, with mentors coming together from a wide range of organisations, including Kantar, Efficio, Hays, Kyndryl, Chain IQ and Blackbullion.

Their attendance at the mentor training workshops highlights a shared commitment to supporting the next generation of talent.

Hosted at Kantar’s office and led by Wiseup Coach and Mentor Stephen Chandler, the sessions brought together mentors with a diverse range of experience levels. Through interactive activities and practical guidance, mentors were equipped with the tools, confidence and best practices needed to deliver meaningful, impactful support to their mentees.

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This year’s programme

Intern 26, in partnership with Kantar, is designed to support college and sixth form students as they prepare to enter the world of work.

Through a combination of mentoring and real-world insight, the programme helps students to:

  • Build confidence in professional environments
  • Develop key employability skills
  • Gain exposure to different career pathways
  • Form valuable connections with industry professionals

Stay tuned for updates as the programme progresses!

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