Sheffield Hallam University will guarantee a paid internship to eligible graduates who are not in employment or further study 12 months after completing their degree. The pledge is intended to strengthen graduate employability support at a time when many new graduates face a difficult transition into work.

The scheme applies to UK students beginning eligible three- or four-year undergraduate courses from September 2026 who successfully complete their degree and engage with the university’s careers service. The university says 95% of its graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation, meaning the guarantee targets the remaining group needing additional support.