The future is here and it’s powered by 10,000+ interns

There are moments in leadership that stop you in your tracks. For me, it was standing at Emirates Stadium, looking out at a sea of faces – 10,000 interns strong – and realising that what began as a bold idea had become a movement.

10,000 interns to fill London stadium in landmark celebration of workplace equity

The 10,000 Interns Foundation has created over 10,000 paid internship opportunities for underrepresented young people since its launch in 2020. To mark this historic achievement, the Foundation will bring together 10,000 interns at one of London’s most iconic stadiums later this year, the largest event of its kind and a bold signal to the future of work.

Who will you be in this moment?

“Stand before the people you fear and speak your mind – even if your voice shakes. Well-aimed slingshots can topple giants. And do your homework…” So here’s the homework: The same systems that oppress me, oppress you too…

The Alexander Paul & Dar awards: celebrating the class of 2025

On 4th March 2025, The 10,000 Interns Foundation gathered at Batch LDN to honour the extraordinary achievements of our Class of 2025 interns. The Alexander Paul & Dar Awards ceremony spotlighted the resilience, excellence, and impact of participants from both…

The Silent Suit: a celebration of quiet strength

In November and December 2024, the 10,000 Interns Foundation launched The Silent Suit – a campaign born from a simple but powerful vision: to spotlight the untold stories of Black professionals across the UK.

The Intern Effect 2024: a celebration of progress and possibility

On 12th September 2024, The 10,000 Interns Foundation hosted The Intern Effect – an evening dedicated to recognising the power of representation, celebrating the collective progress we’ve made over the past four years, and unveiling the Foundation’s…