The Young Political Leader Programme

Live Online • Ages 15-18 • Timezone: GMT+0

14th - 15th November 2020

Starts at 11.00am

12th - 13th December 2020

Starts at 11.00am

Internship Overview

The Young Political Leader Programme takes students aged 15-18 on an immersive exploration through some of the most coveted careers in global politics. The programme gives you an interactive experience with high-profile political figures, including representatives of the United Nations, the Foreign Office, the Department for International Development (DFID), former MPs, lobbyists and policymakers.

They will run a series of simulations to give you a thorough experience of working in a powerful, desirable political role.

The programme takes place over two days – Saturday dedicated to international politics and Sunday to domestic politics. You can choose to attend either one or both days.

Attendance will give you an edge in the race for the most desirable jobs and a ‘super-curricular’ experience to add to your UCAS application.

Internship Highlights

An Immersive Experience of a Career in Politics:

Political experts will coach you through a series of live, interactive simulations, including:
Thinking like a UN Ambassador in a 'Model UN' General Assembly meeting
Debating with former MPs in a simulated House of Commons debate
Representing your constituency in a simulated Parliamentary Question Time, chaired by a former Government Minister
Acting as a UK diplomat advising the head of the Foreign Office on how to further the UK's interests abroad

Career Coaching for Future Political Leaders:

You will be coached on how to break into the world of politics, with step-by-step guidance on how to launch your career in:
The House of Commons
The Foreign Office
The UN and IMF
Policymaking and lobbying

An Audience With Experienced Figures from the World of Politics:

Former MPs
Representatives of the United Nations, Foreign Office and DFID
Lobbyists and Policymakers
An invaluable opportunity to ask questions of people who are difficult to contact otherwise

Boost Your UCAS Form and CV:

Attendance demonstrates key skills such as working under pressure, problem-solving and communication skills
Complete the online assessment after the programme and receive a personalised certificate to include in your applications

You will also be granted free-of-charge lifetime access to the InvestIN Connect app. InvestIN Connect gives our students lifetime access to a suite of features, including work experience and mentoring opportunities, career coaching materials, and a platform for you to start building a powerful network with thousands of equally-ambitious young minds. By registering for this programme you are therefore signing up to a lifetime of professional development opportunities.

Programme Fee, Format & Options

This programme will take place online, delivered LIVE by top professionals, with opportunities for you to interact and ask questions. The programme involves a mixture of interactive simulations, exercises and Q&A sessions.

Programme Fee:

£95/student for one day (you can choose either day 1 or 2), £165/student for both days. Places are limited. If 2 or more places are booked students receive a 10% discount. Enter code GROUP10 at checkout to benefit from this.

Timetable

Day One: International Politics

Day Two: Domestic Politics

11.00amThe World of International Politics

- The key players and institutions
- The balance of power
- Your country's role on the global stage

11.30amThe Diplomat (Part 1)

- The art of diplomacy: how to maintain strong international relations on issues of peace, prosperity, human rights, the environment and more...
- Relationship Building: Coaching by a Foreign Office representative on one of the most important skills in modern professional life: persuasion, gaining trust, motivation
- How the Foreign Office protects the United Kingdom’s interests abroad

12.00pmThe Diplomat (Part 2)

- You will be assigned the role of a UK ambassador to a country for the next 60 minutes
- Advise the Head of the Foreign Office on how we should improve the UK's interests in your assigned country
- Assess the merits of your strategy against relationships with other key global allies

1.15pmLunch Break

1.45pmThe UN Ambassador (Part 1)

- Securing international peace, eliminating poverty and protecting human rights
- The art of conflict resolution: negotiations, ceasefires and peacekeeping

2.15pmThe UN Ambassador (Part 2): Enter The UN General Assembly

- Model UN simulation
- Breaking News! Alarming violations of human rights are taking place in Asia.
- You will be assigned the role of UN Ambassador on the General Assembly for the next 60 minutes
- A resolution will be put before the Assembly
- Debate with other Ambassadors and propose amendments to the resolution
- Live General Assembly vote – will the resolution be passed?

3.15pmThe International Development Expert

- Tackling poverty and the causes of poverty
- The key players: the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank and the Department For International Development (DFID)
- Breaking News! You are managing the Department for International Development’s aid spend to reduce the impact of natural disasters across the globe
- A series of crises are unfolding internationally. Rush to allocate emergency aid funding in accordance with your wider objectives

4.30pmBreaking into International Politics

- Your route into international politics
- Careers at the UN, the Civil Service, the IMF and more
- A-level, university, and degree choices

5.00pmPanel Q&A

- Live Q&A with leading professionals from the world of international politics
- Key questions answered
- Receive valuable advice

5.30pmClose

*exact order of the programme may change.

11.00amThe World of Domestic Politics

- The key players
- The balance of power
- The pressure and expectations

11.10amYou Become the MP

- Represent your constituency in Parliament
- Live election: run and vote for the day's 'Speaker of the House' and Secretary of State positions
- Coaching on how to excel during Parliamentary Question Time

11.45amParliamentary Question Time

- A live simulation of Parliamentary Question Time
- Ask the minister pressing questions on behalf of your constituency
- Hold the Government to account
- Balance the competing views of your party, your constituency and yourself

12.45pmThe Public Speaker

- Public speaking coaching by a speech writer for Cabinet ministers
- Understanding your audience
- The perfect delivery
- Clarity of message
- Using these techniques for the afternoon Parliamentary Debate

1.15pmLunch Break

2.15pmEnter The Cabinet

- Step into the shoes of a Cabinet Minister in a hung parliament
- Battle with the Cabinet to pass a new electoral reform bill through Parliament
- Propose amendments to the bill that align with your party's values
- Whip votes from across the Cabinet to gain support for your amendment
- Vote on amendments to pass the bill

3.30pmThe Parliamentary Debate

- Debate the new Electoral Reform Bill with former MPs in a House of Commons simulation
- Explore gripping issues in domestic politics
- Participate in a live parliamentary vote

4.30pmBreaking into Politics

- Your route into politics
- Gaining work experience now
- A-level, university, and degree choices

4.50pmPanel Q&A

- Live Q&A with leading political figures
- Key questions answered
- Receive valuable advice

5.30pmClose

*exact order of the programme may change.

Venue & Dates

Live Online

14th - 15th November / 12th - 13th December 2020

Live Online: 14th - 15th November 2020 OR 12th - 13th December 2020

You can attend this programme via our state-of-the-art, interactive online platform from anywhere in the world. All the content will be delivered in a live, interactive manner and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced professionals. All you need is an internet connection; we will send you full details of how to access the programme well in advance.

Who Can Attend

This programme is for students aged 15-18 who have the passion and ambition to both learn about this career, and start boosting their UCAS/college applications & CVs. If you are a student who is slightly older or younger than our guidelines, then please do get in touch with us to discuss your specific situation.

There is no application process, and you can secure your place simply by clicking “Register Now”. We operate on a first-come first-served basis and programme places are limited; we are usually full a couple of months in advance of the programme date. No prior knowledge or experience is required to join this programme as we build your knowledge from the basics up to more advanced concepts.

Testimonials

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