Sustainability Intern

Force

Dyfed Powys Police

Role Type

Police Staff

Business area / Department

Health & Safety

Location

Carmarthen, Headquarters

Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational

Fixed

Grade

Internship

Salary

£27,204

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37

Type of Contract

Fixed Term

Time Commitment Duration (Months)

12

Level of Welsh language ability required?

1

Interview Date

3 December 2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026, 23:55

Job Advert Description

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity where your work really matters?

To be part of an extraordinary team of people, making a difference to our communities?

Then a paid internship with Dyfed Powys Police may just be the place to begin your career.

Do you want to make a difference to our future and inspire others?

We are looking for a passionate, motivated person to become part of our sustainability team to help make real difference to our futures. As our sustainability Intern, you will get real life experience to practise your theoretical skills into live projects that will support Dyfed-Powys Police with its responsibilities to; decarbonise, improve biodiversity, and develop a sustainably aware culture. Your work will no longer be words on a page that will be forgotten once marked, but they will continue to inspire others and make tangible differences that matter. If you believe that small actions can spark big change, and you are ready to share your passion and inspire others, then please apply, as we would love to hear from you.

These posts attract a salary of £27,204 for a fixed 12-month period commencing September 2027.

To be eligible for the

Dyfed Powys Police Internship Programme

You must currently be studying on a degree course or graduated in the past 12 months.

Have lived in the UK for three continuous years, immediately prior to application. The calculation of the three-year period of time refers to the period immediately before an application is made.

Who we are

Dyfed Powys Police is the largest geographical police area in England and Wales, covering 4,188 square miles over the four counties of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys. We are proud to be one of the safest areas to live and work in UK, and arguably the most attractive too.

How it works

Our internships provide undergraduates with the opportunity of paid work with Dyfed Powys Police. They are designed to give you an amazing insight into how we work. It will give you the opportunity to put your academic knowledge to the test in a practical and professional setting where you will gain valuable work experience and training. You can be confident that throughout your internship you will be supported by an expert team who will encourage you to fulfil your potential.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for enthusiastic students who want to gain excellent employability skills alongside their degree studies. We want to appoint interns who are full of innovative ideas, have a great work ethic and who are capable of working within a team environment in a disciplined organisation.

Could you be the intern that brings new skills and a fresh perspective to help us challenge our existing ways of working?

How to apply

Applications must be submitted via the online platform below.

You will be asked to complete an application form against five attainments which can be found in the role profile. Please read the guidance provided on how to complete the attainments section. If you are shortlisted, you will be asked to attend an interview.

Please also refer to the candidate guidance link below which provides more detail on how to complete your application.

https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/interview-guidance-hq-travel-doc-police-staff.pdf

What can you expect?

All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join

24 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays

Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)

Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes

Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)

Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.

Pension scheme

Staff Support Networks

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.

Sick pay provisions

Please note

Successful applicants will need to undertake the required vetting, medical and referencing checks by Dyfed Powys Police.

Face-to-face Interviews will be held at Dyfed

Powys Police Headquarters in Carmarthen

3rd, 4th December.