Careers

Building a sustainable and innovative internal communication profession for the future. Providing careers support and guidance.

Whether you're new to internal communication, planning your next career move or looking for clarity on career progression options - we can help. 

From guidance on the real-world skills needed to grow, to career insights and first-hand experiences of career pathways, to practical support and tools for finding that next role - we want to make sure you have what you need to grow in your career.

Mapping your career

The IoIC Profession Map sets benchmark standards for skills and knowledge across career levels. It defines careers stages and provides a framework for progression.

Use the Profession Map to understand where you are, where you want to be next, and how to get there.

Explore the Profession Map

 

Careers Hub

Career Management

Access career management support and development techniques via the IoIC Careers Hub. Exclusively for IoIC Members.

IC diagnostic

Skills development

Identify your strengths and areas for improvement with the IC Diagnostic - an online skills self-assessment tool for IoIC Members.

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Job search support

Access CV and interview tools and support for your job search. Exclusively for IoIC Members.

 

The future of the IC Profession

The IoIC is on a mission to raise awareness of internal communication as a career of choice and shift the narrative from 'I fell into IC' to 'I chose IC'.

Through the #IChoseIC campaign we hope to attract current and future talent to the internal communication profession and create a profession which is sustainable and fit for the future.

Find out more and get involved!

 

Are you considering a career in internal communication?

Then you've come to the right place!

Access our dedicated resources for anyone considering a career in internal communication.

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Career Stories and Pathways 

There are many routes into the Internal Communication profession and opportunities in every sector. Explore career stories, professional reflections and practical tips on getting into, and progressing in, Internal Communication.

Ceri Doyle

Member spotlight Ceri Doyle

Colette Clements

Member spotlight Colette Clements

My IC Career with Misty OOsthuizen

My IC Career: Misty Oosthuizen

Nicola Walter

My IC Career: Nicola Walter

Edeje Onwude

Not by Chance, but by Choice: My Journey to IC by Edeje Onwude

 

Become a member of the IoIC

Advance your internal communication career with IoIC Membership.

Join the IoIC Today

Thank you to the following institutions which have already engaged with the #IChoseIC campaign and supported us to raise awareness of the internal communcation profession 

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IoIC Awards 2026

Find out everything you need to know with our entry guidance including top tips to help your submission stand out. Early Bird Entries must be submitted by 11.59pm on Friday 13 February and Standard Entries submitted by 11.59pm on Friday 17 April.

Check out the entry guidance for the IoIC Awards 2026