Are you able to host an internship specialising in horological and scientific instrument conservation? Thanks to the generous support of six dedicated funders, we are seeking a host organisation to offer an exceptional internship opportunity. This initiative will enable an early-career conservation professional to develop their technical skills, knowledge, and understanding of horological conservation.
This internship is aligned with Icon's commitment to supporting the development of skills in areas of conservation practice deemed 'at risk'. Current placements are already fostering expertise in manuscript conservation and musical instrument conservation.
Funding and Management Options
This fully-funded programme provides £25,000 to support the delivery of the internship. Hosts can choose from two management options:
Self-Managed
The funding is paid directly to the host institution who will be responsible for all aspects of delivering the internship.
This is expected to cover:
- £20,000 must be allocated to the intern's bursary.
- £5,000 to cover on-costs and enrichment opportunities for the intern. For example to allow them to attend conferences, training or engage with networking opportunities.
Icon-Managed
The funding can be paid directly to Icon or the host institution. The internship will be run as part of the 'Icon Internship' programme.
The Icon Internship Programme is a structured internship placement offering emerging professionals an invaluable opportunity to develop their careers, engage with professional networks and of course to develop practical knowledge by learning from highly experienced conservation professionals. Key elements of the programme include:
- The intern receives a tax-free stipend of £20,000 (equivalent to a salary of £24,000). This is paid and managed by Icon.
- A dedicated Intern Advisor will meet with the intern to take them through a structured programme to support their understanding of the Icon Professional Standards and to guide them in their continuing professional development.
- Support for the supervisor and the host organisation throughout the placement.
Hosts may also opt for Icon to manage the recruitment process for an additional fee of £1,000 + VAT
Placement Requirements
- Host organisations must be based in the UK.
- Placements can be 3, 6, or 12 months in duration, depending on the projects available and the host's capacity. 12 month opportunities are preferred.
- Public and private sector organisations are welcome to apply, provided they have appropriate insurance and robust health and safety measures in place.
How to Apply
To apply for funding, hosts should complete the application form below and submit it to [email protected] by 6 May 2025 at 9am.
Collaborative Internships, Host Application Form.docx
Learn More
Join our drop-in session on 14 April 2025 at midday to find out more about how internships are supporting the development of conservation skills at risk.
For further queries, please contact us at [email protected].