Inclusive Economy
At Luton Council, Inclusive Economy is one of the council's five corporate departments and is led by the Corporate Director for Inclusive Economy, Gerard McCleave. Its purpose is to support the Luton 2040 ambition of creating a fairer economy with more jobs, skills, investment and opportunities for residents.
The following areas generally fall within the Inclusive Economy.
- Economic Development and Business Support - supporting businesses, inward investment and growth
- Regeneration and Town Centre Development - major development projects, place-making and regeneration schemes
- Planning and Sustainable Development - strategic planning, infrastructure, conservation and building control
- Transport and Highways - highways, parking, transport strategy, road safety and related services
- Procurement and Social Value - increasing local spend and ensuring council procurement benefits local communities
- Skills, Employment and Adult Learning - helping residents gain qualifications, apprenticeships and access employment opportunities
- Culture and Creativity / Place Activation - supporting the town's cultural and creative economy
- Enterprise Zone and External Funding - attracting investment and funding into Luton
Available placements
Placement dates:
- 22 to 26 March 2027 (one placement available)
- 5 to 9 July 2027 (one placement available)
- 12 to 16 2027 (one placement available)
Before you apply
Take some time to explore our website and discover the opportunities available to you.
- Browse the different departments to find out which work experience placements are on offer
- When completing your application, tell us about:
- yourself
- your interests
- what has inspired you to apply for a placement with us
- Use your application to highlight your enthusiasm and what you hope to gain from the experience
Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.