Job Description

Contract Type

Full Time

Duration

Fixed Term Appointment - 6 months

Salary

24,961 to 25,362 per annum

Benefits

We offer

generous benefits

Team

Communications and Engagement

Location

BAS Cambridge

Closing Date

Friday, September 5, 2025

Job Profile

Description

24,961 - 25,362

the band minimum is the normal starting pay for those new to a role. In exceptional circumstances, when relevant skills and experience can be identified, a higher starting salary may be considered.

Six month contract starting in October or April.

We will give full consideration to requests for flexible and part time working, such as reduced hours, compressed hours or job sharing. We also offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 60% office working, and recognise the many benefits this brings. The nature of the role will determine if flexible and hybrid working options are possible.

Interview date - Wednesday 10 September, via Zoom

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional

Communications Intern

to join our award-winning team.





The British Antarctic Survey strives to uncover the secrets of the Polar Regions and the frozen regions of the Earth. Our expertise spans the depths of the oceans to the inner edge of space. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!

Working at BAS is rewarding.

Our skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through our extensive logistic capability and know-how, BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for the following benefits:

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band) 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP - including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues) Flexible and family friendly working opportunities Cycle to work scheme Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more.

Join

our dynamic, multi-disciplinary and award-winning Communications team at British Antarctic Survey (BAS), where you'll play a vital role in sharing the extraordinary work done in the polar regions with the world. This internship offers a great opportunity to develop skills across all aspects of communications, whilst supporting a world-leading polar research organisation.

As part

of

our collaborative team, you'll support communications across multiple disciplines, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as digital content creation, media relations, public engagement and internal communications. You'll help tell compelling stories about polar research, from climate breakthroughs to Antarctic wildlife discoveries.

We're looking for

someone with strong written communication skills, creativity and enthusiasm for storytelling, basic digital skills and understanding of a range of social media platforms, as well as the ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team. An interest in science communication would be valuable, along with attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.

You'll be joining

a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support you need to thrive at BAS. Learning from experienced communications professionals, you'll develop skills best practice communications, have the opportunity to work on high-profile campaigns and initiatives and contribute to communications that make a real difference to public understanding of science - and why it matters to them.


If we've just described you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.

What experiences can we offer you?

At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued.


Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That's the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence.


If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.

If you require the job information in an alternative format (i.e. email, audio or video), or would like any further information or support, please do not hesitate to get in touch at jobs@bas.ac.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01223 221508.