tourism jobs in london for graduates

Tourism Graduate Jobs in London, UK

About iAgora

With up to 1.000 new internships/day, iAgora is the most active pool of internships in Europe. Students and universities across Europe use our platform to find internships abroad and at home, VIE, graduate jobs and graduate programmes. We want to improve lives and help the planet through more meaningful internships.

© 2024 iAgora Europa, SLU

Articles About iAgora Advertise on iAgora Terms of use Privacy Policy Contact Us

All job opportunities All Companies Graduate Jobs Internships Marketing offers CV guides Leonardo Grants Publish job offers

• Information for...

What are you looking for?

When you join VisitBritain/VisitEngland, you join a global and inclusive organisation with incredible people at its heart. We share a mission to make tourism one of the UK’s most successful and productive sectors, united by our values which guide the way we work: with passion, in partnership and at pace.

We offer a range of exciting career opportunities including marketing, PR, communications, trade, digital, analytics and insights, e-commerce and corporate services. Start your new chapter by browsing our vacancies, meeting some of our team and reading frequently asked questions.  

Current vacancies

Discover the roles we’re recruiting for right now and sign up to our industry newsletter  for future vacancy alerts.

Travel Trade Manager, China / BTA/1405

What does visitbritain/visitengland do.

Our purpose is to drive a thriving tourism industry, creating economic prosperity across Britain. VisitBritain is active in 22 global markets, a network that enables us to build strong relationships, understand our customers and promote Britain effectively. Alongside this, VisitEngland continues to strengthen English tourism by leading and enabling a sustainable and resilient visitor economy.

Learn more about what we do .

What kind of workplace is VisitBritain/VisitEngland?

By working with us, you’ll help to inspire visitors to explore and experience Britain, and support our tourism industry to do the same. You’ll be part of a vibrant global network of colleagues, a friendly and fulfilling environment which promotes equity and encourages diversity and inclusion, career development, learning and well-being.

Read more Frequently Asked Questions about working for us below.

As one global team, we work together with passion, in partnership and at pace.  Our passion means we’re fuelled by enthusiasm and positivity to deliver excellent results. Our partnerships mean we’re empowered to collaborate with each other and our partners to achieve more impactful results.  Our pace means delivering innovation through agility, boldness and bravery. 

We’re keen to hear from people who share our values.

Internships

Looking for real-life business experience, or a placement to help you gain a qualification? We offer paid internships in the UK and USA including marketing, PR, communications and e-commerce.

Internship opportunities in the UK : all of our interns are recruited in partnership with  Student Employment Services . If you are interested in internship opportunities, please contact them directly.

Internship opportunities in the USA : when we have vacancies available, they will be advertised on our recruitment platform .  

Calling all content creators

VisitBritain/Sam Barker

Find freelance opportunities on our Freelance Content Producer Network. We’re looking for talented people to create content for VisitBritain and VisitEngland’s social channels, which have a combined following of more than 5 million. Showcase what Britain has to offer and get paid for doing what you love: we pay a pre-agreed fee for content, and send out opportunity alerts via our mailing list.

Meet our colleagues

Suzy faulkner, deputy commercial director – london.

“I wanted to work for a global company to give me the opportunity of being exposed to multiple areas of the business as well as people and cultures. Working at VisitBritain has broadened my perspectives, and in turn enhanced my professional capabilities which has added value to the organisation. 

“There is flexibility, as my agenda could cover calls with Asia in the morning and webinars in the USA in the evening, which has led to a happier, healthier work-life balance. I have also expanded my knowledge of global markets and learnt best practices relating to policies and strategies.”  

Robin Kagenaar, Digital Marketing Manager Netherlands – Amsterdam 

“Working in the Europe team is truly international. I enjoy catching up on travel trends, and sharing ideas and video calls with colleagues all over the continent. You learn something new every day, from tiny but important cultural differences to massive overlaps in traveller behaviour that you never knew were there. 

“Working at VisitBritain is inspiring, energising and educational and you get to meet some of the nicest, most professional people around.”

Misha Kim, Marketing Manager – Seoul, China and North East Asia

“Britain is perceived very well in South Korea, and I am happy to represent it. The UK was actually the first country I visited overseas and it’s where I met my husband, so it’s a very special place to me. 

“My colleagues in London and in my region have always made me feel part of the team. We are so diverse, dynamic and delightful, and I am so proud to work alongside people who share my love for Britain.”

Celia Diaz, PR & Content Manager – Spain

“As a PR professional I worked in different areas of the tourism industry before I joined VisitBritain. One of the best things about working for an international company is the number of colleagues you meet from all around the globe. From Australia to Canada, to India and Brazil, we all work together to spread awareness of Britain.”

Frequently asked questions

What we offer: visitbritain/visitengland’s employee benefits.

Our employees are entitled to multiple benefits, subject to local legislation and regional reviews (please check the vacancy notice for details). The following benefits are applicable to our UK employees:

• Flexible working: we work to make flexibility a reality, and welcome conversations about flexible working from day one.
• Annual leave: you will have 25 days of annual leave when you join, rising to 30 days after five years’ service, plus an additional 2.5 ‘privilege days’ each year.
• Generous pension: we have a defined contribution pension scheme, with a maximum employer contribution of 11% of your annual salary.
• Enhanced parental and family leave policies: we provide enhanced family leave, offering up to 23 weeks of paid leave for maternity and adoption for eligible employees.
• Commitment to learning: we encourage and support development and learning, and offer on-the-job learning opportunities, mentoring schemes and formal training. We dedicate and provide a minimum of five days per year for employees to focus on their learning. 
• Season ticket and bicycle scheme loans.
• Eye-care voucher.
• Staff discounts on the VisitBritain Shop .  

How does VisitBritain/VisitEngland hire?

We assess each applicant impartially. We recruit candidates on merit through fair and open competition. Our recruitment is:

• Fair : we use reasonable endeavours to ensure there is no known or intentional bias in the recruitment process.
• Open : our roles are advertised both internally and externally.
• Based on merit : we select candidates based on their suitability against the essential criteria of the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer, fully committed to diversity, equality and inclusion. We celebrate all identities, giving everyone the opportunity to thrive in a culture where they are heard, respected and valued.

How can I apply for a role?

To apply for a role, you will need to register on our recruitment system . After registration, you’ll be asked to complete an online application. 

Your application form can be saved, reviewed and edited before submission. There are eight sections in each application form:

• Personal details
• Diversity monitoring
• Educational qualifications
• Employment history
• Personal statement
• References (covering last three years’ employment)
• Declaration
• Confirmation

You may also be asked to answer job-specific questions as part of your application.

Always review the job description before applying, and use the personal statement section to highlight how your qualifications, skills and experience match the requirements.  

What should I expect after applying?

Your application will be evaluated against the job description and person specification. 

Successful candidates will be invited to an interview. For some roles, two rounds of interviews will be required. Our interviews are competency-based, designed to eliminate unconscious bias and involve two or more team members on the panel.

Successful candidates will receive a verbal offer, followed by a confirmation email and an official offer and contract of employment.

Once the employment contract is signed, we will contact your referees and undertake relevant safety and security checks.

Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to provide feedback to those who progress to the interview stage. You can request this by writing to [email protected] .

For information on how we are GDPR-compliant and manage your data, please see our Privacy Policy .

How can I make a complaint about the recruitment process?

We are sorry to hear that you have decided to make a complaint about our Recruitment and Selection process.

If you feel that your application has not been treated fairly you must submit a complaint in writing to  [email protected]  within three months from the date you receive the outcome of your application.

When sending your complaint, you must state the vacancy name and ID and explain the reasons for the complaint, providing evidence where possible.

Upon receiving your complaint, our Recruitment Business Partner will conduct an independent investigation and provide a written response to the complaint within 28 working days. If the deadline of 28 days cannot be met, you will be contacted and provided with a reason for the delay.

Potential outcomes from the investigation can be one or more of the following but not limited to:

• Complainant would be provided with detailed feedback answering their concerns;
• If training issues are identified within the recruitment and selection process, they will be actioned.

If you are dissatisfied with the response you receive from our Recruitment Business Partner, you can take it further by emailing [email protected] within four weeks of receiving the response. Our Legal Team will confirm receipt of your complaint within five working days and investigate further.

Useful contacts

Recruitment team, discover more.

Learn more about our structure, our priorities, our senior team and our global network.

Getty Images/E+/SolStock

Our purpose is to drive a thriving tourism industry, creating economic prosperity across Britain.

Getty Images

Our history

Since 1969 we have supported and promoted Britain – read all about our partners, collaborations, promotions and campaigns over the years.

NYMR/NYMNPA

Explore our curated information for...

Everything you need to inspire your clients. Discover new products, experiences and itinerary ideas – plus useful resources and the latest market insights.

Reach new customers and increase your profitability. Drive sales with our tools, events and training, find out about quality assessment and get expert guidance from the England Business Advice Hub.

Build sustainable and valuable growth. Learn about England’s new destination management structure, find expert advice, and boost your proposition with our training and toolkits.

Access resources for business events to support your business development and event strategy. Discover England, Scotland and Wales' business event offering for your next conference, incentive, exhibition or event.

Discover our media centres, image and video library and latest press releases, plus contacts for our corporate and consumer press teams.

Studying tourism at school, college or university? We’ve gathered essential resources and data for students of tourism, plus information about our internships.

• Log in
• Site search

Travel and tourism

Providing you with skills such as teamwork and customer service a degree in travel and tourism can lead to a range of opportunities across the world

Job options

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

• Air cabin crew
• Holiday representative
• Hotel manager
• Theme park manager
• Tour manager
• Tourism officer
• Tourist information centre manager
• Travel agency manager

Jobs where your degree would be useful include:

• Conference centre manager
• Customer service manager
• Event manager
• Human resources officer
• Marketing executive
• Museum/gallery exhibitions officer
• Passenger transport manager
• Sales executive
• Outdoor activities/education manager

Remember that many employers accept applications from graduates with any degree subject, so don't restrict your thinking to the jobs listed here.

Work experience

Employers always value work experience and you should try to secure something that is relevant to the area in which you wish to work. Getting experience in customer care, dealing with large groups, sales and travelling can all be useful. Generally having experience in any public-facing role will be helpful.

The travel and tourism industry is vast and so you should be able to find a role with hours that suit your circumstances. There are a variety of visitor attractions, hotels and tour operations that you can approach to ask about available jobs or work experience opportunities.

Many travel and tourism courses have the option of taking a placement year in industry. This provides the opportunity to put your academic work into practice and to build up a network of contacts that could be useful for future work. You could also consider spending time working abroad . This could include working at holiday or theme parks, in a resort or at summer camps.

Another way to get some experience abroad is by taking part in an exchange programme, spending some time studying abroad towards your degree. If your course doesn't offer this you could consider looking at relevant short courses, such as TESOL or TEFL, which may present opportunities to work abroad teaching English language skills.

Search for placements and find out more about work experience and internships .

Typical employers

You have a variety of choices when deciding where to work within the travel and tourism industry as it covers services such as:

• retail travel
• currency exchange
• tour operators
• tourist boards

passenger transport including:

visitor attractions such as:

• theme parks
• heritage sites

and accommodations services including:

• holiday parks.

You could also work with employers related to travel and tourism including conference and events businesses or any employer with a customer-facing role.

Find information on employers in hospitality and events management , leisure, sport and tourism , business, consulting and management and other job sectors .

Skills for your CV

Studying travel and tourism gives you knowledge about products, structures and operations within the tourism industry, as well as teaching you about tour operators, airlines, hotels and tourist boards.

Through a combination of vocational and academic study you learn about the relationships between consumers and the providers of tourism services, and about the issues relating to sustainability and social responsibility within tourism.

The course also equips you with a range of transferable skills that can be used with many employers, including:

• teamworking
• problem solving
• communication skills, with a strong customer focus
• the ability to research
• presentation skills
• the ability to work to deadlines.

Further study

Depending on your area of work, there may be industry-specific professional qualifications to work towards as part of your role.

There is also the option of progressing into further study straight after your degree. Relevant postgraduate courses include those with an emphasis on management skills, particularly in areas such as international tourism, hospitality, heritage and sustainability. Postgraduate courses in specialist areas such as ecotourism or rural development may also be helpful.

General business topics such as marketing or human resources could be relevant and can be applied across various disciplines. Think about your preferred career path and check that the postgraduate options line up with it.

For more information on further study and to find a course that interests you, see Masters degrees and search for postgraduate courses in tourism, hospitality and event management .

What do travel and tourism graduates do?

Seven of the top ten jobs held by travel and tourism graduates employed in the UK include,sales, marketing and related associate professionals (24%), managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services (5%), HR (4%), leisure and travel services (4%), other administrative occupations (3%), food preparation and hospitality trades (3%) and business associate professionals (3%).

Find out what other graduates are doing after finishing their degrees in What do graduates do?

Graduate Outcomes survey data from HESA.

How would you rate this page?

On a scale where 1 is dislike and 5 is like

• Dislike 1 unhappy-very
• Like 5 happy-very

Thank you for rating the page

International Graduate Programmes

Applications for the 2024 programme are now closed.

Our Graduate Programmes are vital in ensuring we develop a pipeline of early talent for our business. Our programme ensures that you experience an exciting mix of day to day business activities and high profile project work, as well as the opportunity to engage with senior managers in our business. You benefit from extensive personal development with workshops, mentoring, feedback and access to our valuable Graduate network. You also receive a competitive salary and benefits package.

Join our International Graduate Programme and Launch Your Career! 

Are you a recent graduate eager to kick-start your career in the world of travel, tourism and aviation? Are you looking for an opportunity to gain international exposure and experience in various roles within a global industry leader? If so, the TUI International Graduate Programme is your passport to success! 

About TUI:  TUI is one of the world’s leading travel and tourism companies, providing unforgettable experiences to millions of travellers across the globe. With a rich history and a commitment to sustainable tourism, TUI is your gateway to a vibrant and dynamic industry. 

The Programme:  Our International Graduate Programme is a two-year journey that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, personal development, and international exposure. Designed to mould future leaders in the travel and tourism industry, the programme is structured around four six-month rotations (e.g. Marketing, Engineering & Maintenance, Commercial, Crew Planning, Strategy, Procurement, Airline Operations, Innovation & Digitalisation etc.). This structure allows you to experience different facets of our business, helping you to discover your strengths, passions, and aspirations within TUI. 

Why TUI’s International Graduate Programme? 

• Global Experience: You’ll have the chance to work in different TUI locations, allowing you to gain a unique global perspective on the travel and tourism industry. 
• Mentorship: Throughout your journey, you’ll receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals who are committed to helping you succeed. 
• Career Acceleration: Each rotation offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our business, accelerating your career progression. 
• Continuous Learning: TUI’s commitment to learning and development means you’ll have access to a wide range of training opportunities, including our Learning Lounge. 
• Networking: Build a network of like-minded individuals and industry professionals, expanding your connections and opportunities. 

Please note: To be eligible we would welcome applications form our main employing locations in: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK.

Your profile:

• Recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• Passion for travel and tourism
• Strong leadership potential and a desire to drive positive change
• International mobility between our office locations Hanover, London, Dublin, Rijswijk, Oostende, Stockholm, Vienna, Palma
• English language skills to business standard, additional European language skills will be advantageous
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

How we recruit

Nora Bothe, International Graduate Alumni

“I absolutely adored the chance to experience that many different business areas in various countries while meeting inspiring people.”

Maxime Rimbert, International Graduate Alumni

“Thanks to TUI, I had the chance to work with senior leaders of the company on a broad range of strategical projects in the UK, Germany, spain and the US. After the program, I joined the Merger & Acquisition team for a permanent role.”

Quentin Bottner, International Leadership Graduate Alumni

“There is plenty of good Graduate Programmes outside. The key question is, what do I want? My wish was to find the company that will value my international experience and encourage me to take responsibilities, move to different countries and trust me to work on various missions. Being part of TUI Aviation is being part of an industry in constant evolution. Being part of TUI’s International Graduate Programme is having quickly the responsibility to take leadership on key projects, in order to take care of our millions of customers.”

Explore our entry opportunities

Early Career Stories  

Apprenticeships and Dual Study Programmes

Internships  

We use cookies and other technologies that are necessary for services and functions on our website.

In addition, and to the extent you consent and select „Agree“, our third-party partners may also set cookies on your device and use other technologies to collect personal data [e.g. IP address] from you and suggest personalised content and perform measurement and analysis on or off our website. This may also involve data transfer to third countries [e.g. USA], where the level of data protection may deviate from the EU level and access by authorities there cannot be ruled out.

You can find more information under „Settings“ and decide which cookie categories you want to reject or accept. You can also revoke your decision at any time via „Cookie settings“ [in the footer of the website] by switching off the categories. As far as you select „Reject“ and refuse your consent, no individual offers can be made, only necessary cookies are active.

For further information, please see our cookie information , data protection and imprint .

Use the „Status“ slider to determine yourself which cookies we are allowed to set. Save your settings with the „Agree“ button. You can change these settings at any time.

You can find further information on the use of cookies and the possibility of changing your settings at any time in our Cookie Notice .

Full list of TfL jobs for graduates paying up to £28.5k that give you free London Underground travel

Kickstart your career with TfL and the great benefits they have on offer

• 22:04, 2 DEC 2023
• Updated 22:08, 2 DEC 2023

Get FREE email updates for everything London Underground

We have more newsletters

Starting out in the world of work is almost always a difficult task. The endless quandary of needing experience to get experience, getting the right qualifications and finding a decent salary are all part of the tough battle that is starting a career.

If you're living in London, Transport for London (TfL) has lots of graduate jobs available right now and they do come with a few handy perks. These include free TfL travel for you and a nominated person in your household, discounts on National Rail and Eurostar and much more too.

Some of these positions were posted in late October so if you are interested, the sooner you apply the better. That being said there are a few entry requirements for each job varying from having a degree, experience in the industry or being from a disadvantaged background.

READ MORE: TfL urged to reinvest £180 million 'left on old unused Oyster cards'

The range of the graduate jobs is substantial too with some roles being in communications, some in planning and development and others in engineering or environmental and sustainability. They are all either internships, years in industry or graduate scheme positions.

So without further ado let's take a look at what's on offer.

Stuart Ross Communications Internship

Learn the ropes of communications and public relations across the whole TfL organisation and learn the ins and outs of the capital's transport network.

• Salary: A bursary of £21,824 (in line with the London Living Wage)
• Duration: 11 months. Full-time, Monday to Friday.
• Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household.
• Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel
• Minimum 30 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public and bank holidays.
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers & many more
• From Black, Asian or other minority ethnic backgrounds and/or

People with a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010 ) and/or

Individuals from a disadvantaged socio-economic background

A graduate with, or an undergraduate on track to achieve, a minimum 2:2 in any degree, or

A non-graduate with no more than one year’s paid experience in the communications industry such as public relations, public affairs, marketing, stakeholder engagement, media, or other related fields.

Apply for this job here.

Never miss a London story again

You can sign up to get the latest news, top stories and exclusives sent straight to your WhatsApp from the MyLondon team.

To get stories sent to you, you need to already have WhatsApp. All you need to do is click this link and select 'join community'.

No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the MyLondon team.

We also treat our subscribers to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you’re curious, you can read our privacy notice .

Click here to sign up for WhatsApp alerts.

Planning and Development Year in Industry

Help manage, plan and design parts of TfL's 5,700-acre estate across all of London with the potential to create homes and jobs for the capital.

• Salary: £21,864
• Duration: One year
• Provisional start date: 9 September 2024
• Minimum 28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public and bank holidays.

You will be at university working towards a minimum of a 2:2 degree in urban planning, geography or another relevant real-estate discipline.

You will need to have completed at least two years of university by September 2024 to be eligible for this scheme

Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme

Help budget building projects and develop solutions to the challenges that face London - from mass urbanisation to diminishing resources.

• Salary: £28,500 rising to £30,000 in year 2
• Duration: Two years

Final salary pension scheme

Private healthcare discounted scheme

A minimum of 2:2 accredited by the RICS degree in Quantity Surveying or a closely related subject

Mechanical Engineering Year in Industry

Work as an engineer fixing real-world problems across multiple modes of transport. Current projects include upgrading the Piccadilly line, step-free access and bus electrification.

• Salary: £21,824 pro rata

You’ll need to be in your penultimate year of MEng or MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent subject and on track to receive a minimum of 2:1. Your academic qualification must be accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

Fire Engineering Graduate Scheme

Graduates could be helping save lives by working on fire strategy reports, helping to install new systems, carrying out inspections, completing fire risk assessments and reviewing project designs.

• Salary: £28,500 (increase to £30,000 in year two)

A minimum of [2:2] accredited by [a body registered with the Engineering Council (e.g. IFE/IEI/CIBSE) or EU equivalent.] degree in [Fire Engineering/Fire Safety Engineering] or a closely related subject like [Structural or Mechanical Engineering with fire specific modules or fire related subjects].

Environment & Sustainability Engineering

Help TfL be more environmentally friendly by modernising the capital's transport network. The salary and duration of this position vary depending on the level of qualification as shown in the entry requirements.

• Salary: Year one - £28,500 (all streams), Year two - £30,000 (all streams), Year three - £32,250 (ICE stream)
• Duration: Two years - IET and IMechE stream, 3 years - ICE stream

Candidates must already hold or be on track to achieve a minimum of a 2:1 MEng/MSc in an engineering or a closely related subject accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET).

Civil Engineering Year in Industry

Work on projects like the redevelopment of the Elephant & Castle shopping centre, infrastructure protection and asset engineering.

You’ll need to be in your penultimate year of an ICE-accredited BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or a closely related subject and on track to receive a minimum of 2:1.

Your future academic qualification must meet the requirements for CEng registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Civil Engineering Graduate Scheme

Work on projects like the construction of the Silvertown Tunnel, project management and sponsorship, and the redevelopment of the Elephant & Castle shopping centre, similar to the year in industry.

• Duration: Three years

A minimum of 2:1 MEng or MSc degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent, or on track to achieve a minimum 2:1 MEng or MSc degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent. Your academic qualification must meet the requirements for CEng registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Spatial Planning Year in Industry

Deliver good growth for London by promoting better urban design and place-making helping planning applicants, the rest of TfL, the Greater London Authority (GLA), boroughs, and other stakeholders to combine land use and transport planning.

You will be at university working towards a minimum of a 2:2 degree in urban planning, geography or another relevant built-environment discipline.

You will need to have completed at least two years of university by summer 2024 to be eligible for this scheme. This role is designed for a sandwich-year student.

Don't miss out on the biggest stories from across the city. Sign up to MyLondon's The 12 HERE for the 12 biggest stories each day.

• London Underground
• Most Recent