Summer placement scheme 2026 with James Asser MP

If you are interested in spending a week with our team in Parliament and West Ham & Beckton, please complete the application below.

You will have the chance to:

If you have any questions regarding the application or scheme you can contact [email protected]

Deadline for submission – 5pm Tuesday 24th July 2026

Minimum age for participation: 16

You must be available the week commencing Monday 17th August 2026.

Travel and lunch subsidies will be available so please do not hesitate to apply due to financial constraints.

Full name

Date of birth

(You must be at least 16 years of age on the 17th August 2026)

Home address including postcode

(Priority will be given to applicants in the West Ham and Beckton constituency)

Phone number

Are you currently?

If other, please specify

Could you please provide some more information about yourself?

Why would you like to participate in the work placement scheme with James Asser MP?

Please explore an idea for a project or campaign below and include the following details:

Scale (how many people would you like to reach)
Why would this campaign or event particularly benefit West Ham and Beckton residents?
Are there any resources that you would need to deliver your project?
What is the desired outcome or aim of this project and how would you measure success?

Are you a member of the Labour Party?

(Not required for participation)