CAP Internship

Thank you so much for your interest in the CAP Internship. Applications for our September 2022 intake are now open.

The CAP Internship is a hugely popular programme that offers an invaluable opportunity to gain professional paid experience and learn firsthand what makes CAP a great place to work. You’ll also know your work is making a difference to the lives of thousands of the poorest and most marginalised people in our society.

Will you join us for a year and see transformed lives, thriving churches and an end to UK poverty?

Download an application pack

Upcoming interview days:

28 March
23 May

Please note: Internship placements are limited, so please express your interest as early as possible to give yourself the best chance of obtaining a place.

The CAP Internship is a one-year paid internship. You'll get unique access to learn from a charity that’s helping thousands of people escape poverty in the UK every year. Not only will you gain professional experience in the non-profit sector, but you’ll also get top quality development opportunities to learn from CAP’s award-winning leadership team, including CAP’s UK Chief Executive, Paula Stringer. You will be placed in a team within our Debt Operations, Fundraising & Communications, or Technology & Transformation departments, where you will be a key part of the team and will make a real contribution to CAP’s work.

Edd Parker - Head of Research, Development & Innovation, CAP

CAP Internship 2010

‘The best thing about the CAP Internship was being able to get a behind the scenes look at one of the fastest growing charities in the UK.’

The CAP Internship is ideal for ambitious individuals with a passion for seeing lives transformed, equipping churches to thrive, and working together to one day see an end to poverty in the UK. Over 100 individuals at various stages of their career have completed the CAP Internship and gone on to excel in their chosen career paths. If you too have a desire to learn, grow and step out in faith with God, then what are you waiting for? Apply now

Kiri Saunders - Project Manager, CAP

CAP Internship 2017

‘I've always enjoyed leading and grew up with a passion for fighting injustice, so when I heard about the CAP internship I immediately applied. This programme helped me to identify and develop my strengths, challenged me to grow and learn new leadership skills. It's amazing to see how much CAP invests in those who do the internship and I've been able to excel in my career as a result.’

The CAP Internship is a springboard that empowers people to succeed in lots of different spheres. With excellent opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and expertise in the charity sector, many people have found the internship programme a key element to advancing their career and nurturing their faith.

Matt Stone - Pastoral and Welfare Manager, Manchester Academy

CAP Internship 2013

'The CAP Internship will be important and influential to you, as much as you will allow it… Spiritually you are bound to grow in faith and understanding of your role when it comes to serving as a man, or woman, of God.’

Throughout the year you'll have the chance to get stuck in and gain professional experience within a specific department. You'll also get to hear from key team members and leadership across the charity, giving you a unique insight into every area of Christians Against Poverty, as well as valuable life lessons to take into your individual role and beyond.

Get ready to grow in faith too, as you discover and use your God-given gifts and potential on a new level!

Ben Frankish - Service Selection Lead, CAP

CAP Internship 2019

I believe the CAP Internship was a fantastic place for me to start my professional career. My colleagues are second to none and I have never been short of opportunities to practise new skills, even applying those I picked up in my Geography degree. All for a cause I believe in – to be a small part of CAP is a privilege.