Pathways Programme
Internships, Apprenticeships and Work Experience
Internships
In 2023 we launched Waddesdon Pathways, a brand-new, year-long internship programme as Waddesdon. If you are passionate about developing a career in heritage, have a positive, resourceful outlook and are ready to join an inspiring organisation, then we want to hear from you! The programme is open to anyone aged 18 and over.
As part of the Waddesdon Pathways internship programme you will…
- Be encouraged to try new things and be part of a complex, challenging and creative organisation at the Rothschild Foundation.
- Gain unparalleled experience across several departments and develop new skills throughout the programme, understanding the breadth of what it takes to work for and manage a top heritage visitor attraction.
- Work in a beautiful setting, in acres of stunning parkland, and have access to our extensive staff events programme, wellbeing sessions, staff discounts/benefits and further training opportunities.
- Live in on-site accommodation on the Estate for the duration of your traineeship.
- Receive a Living Wage salary for the duration of your traineeship.
- Receive 1-1 mentoring and group support throughout the programme.
If you are interested in taking part in our 2025/26 internship programme, please email an expression of interest to pathways@waddesdon.org.uk. Applications will open in April 2025.
Pathways Recruitment Open day – 29 May- Five Arrows Hotel, more information to follow.
Internship role profiles - more information coming soon
World of Wine
Heritage Conservation
Learning
Marketing and Communications
Biodiversity and Environmental Conservation
The Aviary
Trainee Chef Management
Hotel and events management
Property Management
Visitor Operations Management
We believe people are at the heart of our organisation and we want to create a sustainable legacy for the future of the heritage industry by providing opportunities through schemes like Pathways. At Waddesdon we embrace diversity, inclusion, and equality and are committed to developing an inclusive recruitment programme with fantastic opportunities to cultivate passion and skills for the future of the heritage sector.
We invite applicants to apply in a format that is inspiring to them. You do not need any specific qualifications for this Internship, we just want to know about your interests, what you are passionate about, your skills, goals and your values. This year long programme also provides an option of accommodation on site at a low service level cost to ensure that this programme is as accessible as possible.
Work Experience
Have you considered a career with a difference?
Work experience is a great way to build valuable skills. We offer a wide range of opportunities for students and career changers to learn more about Waddesdon and help contribute to our very special legacy.
If you are 14+ and would like more information, or to make an application, please email pathways@waddesdon.org.uk.
Apprenticeships
Coming soon.
The year at Waddesdon was incredibly helpful, it offered beneficial opportunities such as fire warden training, first aid training, the personal license course, personal development training and coaching and mentoring training. I couldn't have asked for a better year and feel like so much was packed into it in the time between Waddesdon and London, and I have come away feeling very grateful to have had such a wonderful learning and personal experience.
Lily Salter, World of Wine Intern
The diverse experiences and skills I developed during this time have been instrumental in my transition to my current role. By applying what I learned throughout my year long internship, I have been able to contribute effectively and confidently in my new role, hopefully setting a strong course for my continued growth within the company.
Maisy Cooke, Hospitality Intern
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