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Barnardo's has won Best Charitable Sector Placement and the Graduate Internship of the Year 2012 at The National Council for Work Experience (NCWE) Awards. 03/04/2012 

Nadia Bunyan, head of workforce development for Barnardo’s said, ‘We are pleased the Barnardo’s intern scheme has been recognised as one of the best as we pride ourselves in providing career opportunities for all young people.’

‘Our scheme provides interns with high-quality work experience which allows them to make a valuable and lasting contribution to Barnardo’s and also gives them the chance to develop the skills and confidence to gain meaningful employment.’

Barnardo’s are the UK's biggest children's charity, working with more than 190,000 young people and families each year. Armed with this experience, the majority of interns go on to further education or secure employment following their placement.

Alicia Luther-Jones was a summer intern at Barnardo’s who managed to secure paid work after her internship. She said, ‘The work experience I had at Barnardo’s was vital as it gave me a remarkable insight into the organisation. It helped me to develop my teamwork, communication and office skills as well as improving my confidence.’

To find out more, go to Barnardo’s internships.