
Supported Internships
Supported Internships are a structured study programme based primarily in and across Azure's charitable businesses. They enable young people aged 16-24 with a statement of SEN, or an Education, Health and Care plan (ECHP) to achieve sustainable paid employment by equipping them with the skills they need for work, through learning in the workplace. Supported internships are unpaid, and last for a minimum of six months. Wherever possible, they support the young person to move into paid employment at the end of the programme. Alongside their time at the employer, young people complete a personalised study programme which includes the chance to study for relevant substantial qualifications, if appropriate, and English and maths.



Eligibility – Who is it for?
Supported internships at Azure are aimed at Learners aged 16-24 living in Northumberland with disabilities or additional support needs. The programme aims to help prepare young people for employment or the next step on their journey to employment.
Potential learners should be aged:
- 16-24 and have a statement of special educational needs or Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP).
If you are aged 16-24 and have a learning disability but do not have a statement of special educational needs or EHCP and we believe you would benefit from the programme we can approach your Local Authority to request an assessment of your education, health and care needs and to confirm that a Supported Internship is appropriate for you.