EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF DIGITAL SUPERSTARS

Fancy a career in digital marketing, a degree and to get to paid for it?

We partner with Manchester Metropolitan University to welcome two students each year into our team as Digital Apprentices.

By the end of the four year course, our hard working DAs are on track to be junior account managers, with a first class degree and no student debt.

We attract more than 400 applications for these places every year. So take the time to make sure your application stands out.

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At Democracy, our four-year Degree Apprenticeship Programme is designed to give you hands-on experience across the full spectrum of PR and marketing, all while you study for a fully funded degree with Manchester Metropolitan University.

You'll split your time between 80% on-the-job learning at Democracy and 20% academic study at Manchester Met, allowing you to apply what you learn in real time and graduate debt-free with both a qualification and four years of industry experience.

“Democracy’s Unwaivering support and dedication to our degree apprenticeships programmes have been instrumental in shaping the future of countless candidates”

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    Clear 4-Year Development Plan

    Throughout your time at Democracy, you’ll progress through the business, in line with your university progression, with the potential of reaching the status of Junior Account Manager come the end of your degree.

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    Regular Department rotations

    You’ll rotate through Democracy’s core departments every three months. Each placement includes defined tasks aligned to Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs), ensuring you meet the academic requirements while becoming a valuable team member.

As you progress, your responsibilities will grow year-on-year, preparing you to graduate with the confidence, capabilities, and practical experience of a PR professional.

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Start by submitting your CV and a tailored cover letter. This is your chance to tell us who you are, what drives you, and how your experience aligns with the role. Make it personal, specific, and relevant, we read every application carefully.

  • If your application catches our attention, we’ll invite you to an online interview. This is a conversational stage where we get to know each other better. You’ll talk to our Head of Talent about your interests, past work, and our expectations. It’s also your chance to ask us anything.

  • Selected candidates are invited to an assessment day. This includes completing a practical task that simulates real scenarios you might encounter in the role. You’ll demonstrate your skills, collaborate with others, and gain insight into how we work.

  • After reviewing the assessment day, we’ll reach out to successful candidates with an offer!