Radio Times Academic Placement

Academic Placement, Radio Times

2-week placement 5th to 16th January 2026. Applications close on 5th December 2025.

This opportunity is open to students required to complete a placement as part of their course and as such will be unpaid.

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate.

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About Us

We are offering a dynamic academic placement for a motivated student interested in gaining hands-on experience in the publishing industry. This opportunity will provide valuable insight into both digital and print publishing, with a focus on editorial work, press communications, and content adaptation.

What you’ll do

During this placement, you will:

• Assist in rewriting and adapting press releases for different audiences and platforms
• Support the editorial team in proofreading, fact-checking, and content development
• Contribute to digital content strategy, including social media and website updates
• Work on print production, helping to format, edit, and review upcoming publications
• Conduct market and competitor research to support editorial decisions
• Collaborate with different teams, including marketing, PR, and design

What you’ll gain

• Real-world publishing experience across multiple formats and departments
• Skill-building in editorial writing, press communications, and digital publishing
• Opportunities to network with industry professionals
• A supportive and creative work environment

Requirements

What we’re looking for

• A current student in Publishing, English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail
• Interest in both digital and print publishing trends
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, or CMS platforms (a plus, but not required)

Benefits

We will provide a London travel for the duration of the placement.

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.