Start your journey toward your dream career with an internship through the Rio Ferdinand Foundation.

Get involved with our internship programme in 2026!

We’re delighted to offer a new set of internships with leading brands in a wide range of sectors, including music, fashion, and other cultural sectors.

During the programme, you’ll also receive training to prepare you for your new roles, ensuring you’re ready and prepared for your internship.

Get involved with our internship programme in 2026!

  • Ralph Lauren — Fashion & Lifestyle Internship

    Step inside a global fashion and lifestyle powerhouse. From showroom to shop floor, you’ll explore merchandising, marketing, and e-commerce—working across teams to bring the Ralph Lauren brand to life.


    Get involved in product launches, storytelling, and retail strategy while earning accredited training. Big brand. Bigger learning. Build your CV, polish your skills, and step into the world of fashion with confidence.

    Register Your Interest

  • Live Nation — Live Events & Festivals Internship

    Step into the world where sport, culture and community collide. Work alongside professionals driving impact on and off the pitch—from event planning and media to grassroots development and brand partnerships.


    Get ready to build connections, gain insider experience, and see how sport shapes culture and opportunity. Dynamic, hands-on, and purpose-driven — your journey into the industry starts here.

    Register Your Interest

  • Sport & Cultural Sector Internships

    Step into the world where sport, culture and community collide. Work alongside professionals driving impact on and off the pitch—from event planning and media to grassroots development and brand partnerships.


    Get ready to build connections, gain insider experience, and see how sport shapes culture and opportunity. Dynamic, hands-on, and purpose-driven — your journey into the industry starts here.

    Register Your Interest

Dream big. Build Confidence. Own your future.

Welcome to the Rio Ferdinand Foundation Learning Platform

This is more than just learning — it’s your space to unlock skills, build confidence, and open doors to real opportunities. Bringing you courses in sport, music, creativity, leadership, tech, business, and self-development this platform is designed to inspire you, challenge you, and prepare you for the future you want.

Along the way, you’ll also absorb insider insights from industry experts, giving you their knowledge and an edge to stand out in the real world.

We’re more than a platform — we’re a community that believes in you and your journey. 

Scroll through our available courses below.

  • Digital Futures

    Description:
    The future is digital — are you ready? Learn how to spot fake news, explore tech careers, and create your own digital CV.

    Content:

    Digital literacy

    Spotting fake news

    Careers in tech

    Build a digital CV

    Length: ~2 hours

    Learning Outcome:
    You’ll know how to stay smart online, explore digital careers, and design a CV that stands out.

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  • NextGen Leaders

    Description:
    Step up and lead! Discover your strengths, learn how to influence, and inspire change in your community.

    Content:

    Leadership today

    Self-awareness & values

    Communication & influence

    Pitch your change idea

    Length: ~2 hours

    Learning Outcome:
    You’ll understand your leadership style and be able to pitch an idea that sparks action.

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  • Creative Pathways

    Description:
    Got a passion? Turn it into a project. Explore creative industries, storytelling, and launch your first idea.

    Content:

    Creative industries

    Storytelling skills

    Turning passion into projects

    Share your idea

    Length: ~2 hours

    Learning Outcome:
    You’ll explore creative careers and take the first steps in building your own project.

    Coming Soon

  • Money Moves

    Description:
    Money matters — but you’re in control. Learn how to earn, save, spot scams, and build a one-month money plan.

    Content:

    Earning & saving basics

    Credit, debt & scams

    Money mindset

    1-month budgeting activity

    Length: ~2 hours

    Learning Outcome:
    You’ll create a one-month budget and understand how to make smart financial choices.

    Coming Soon

  • Start Now

    Description:
    Stop waiting, start doing! Smash procrastination, set SMART goals, and build momentum with a 7-day challenge.

    Content:

    Overcoming barriers

    Setting SMART goals

    Building daily habits

    7-day action plan

    Length: ~2 hours

    Learning Outcome:
    You’ll set a clear SMART goal and complete a 7-day plan to build confidence and momentum.

    Coming Soon