• the review process of articles;
• the development of successful articles from submission to publication;
• the decision process surrounding the content of individual journal editions; and
• the dissemination of published research findings.

The generosity of time and encouragement many academics give each other, double blind so for no gain than the common good of furthering the field, has been exceptionally rewarding to see. This is replicated in the opportunity afforded here to postgraduates for a peek behind the scenes by the Editors and support staff. Thanks to all for allowing me to participate and good luck to the next round of Insight applicants.
Katy, Teesside University

• specify how they feel the placement would be beneficial for their own professional development and what they feel they could contribute to the journal;
• illustrate their capacity and intention to pursue a career in social policy or academia;
• outline their current research and publication strategy; and
• indicate how they would share what they have learned with the wider social policy community.