Tired of being told you need experience,
but never given the chance to get it?
CAP helps students and graduates build real experience, confidence, soft skills, and proof they can show employers, in just 12 weeks.
Who It's For
Built for graduates ready
to prove what they can do.
Final-Year Students
Close to graduating and worried your degree alone will not be enough to stand out.
Recent Graduates
Already applying and realising employers want more than qualifications.
International Students
Navigating the UK job market and need practical experience and professional confidence.
Struggling in the UK Job Market
Sending applications without traction and need credible, employer-ready evidence.
The Real Problem
Employers do not hire potential.
They hire proof.
A degree shows what you studied. CAP helps you build evidence of how you think, communicate, execute, take feedback, and contribute in a real business environment.
CAP is built to help you move from "I studied this" to "Here is what I can actually do."
What You Get
Real work. Honest feedback.
Evidence employers can take seriously.
CAP is not another passive online course. It is a structured 12-week programme combining live project work, mentor support, professional development, and formal assessment.
LinkedIn Recommendation · Former Speed Network Now Intern
"I had the pleasure of working with George Dendrino during my internship at Speed NetworkNow, where he was a cofounder leading the AI and Automation sector. George played a key role in my integration into the team, providing the tools and guidance I needed to get started, and continued to support my development through…
Jocelyn Rennie
Incoming SWE Intern @JPMorgan Chase | AI and Automation Intern @Speed NetworkNow | Aladdin Engineering Spring Intern @BlackRock
LinkedIn Recommendation · Former Speed Network Now Intern
"I had the pleasure of working with Mark during my internship at Speed Network Now, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to learn from his leadership and experience. Mark brings a clear vision to everything he does, especially around building meaningful business connections and creating outcome-driven networking…
Franklin Sarp
Intern, Speed NetworkNow
The Programme
Three months.
Three real shifts in who you are.
Each month is a different chapter, and you finish the programme with experience, soft skills, and proof you can point to.
You stop feeling like a student and start showing up as a professional.
You walk away with: A sharper CV, a credible LinkedIn, and the confidence to introduce yourself in any room.
You learn what real work actually feels like, messy, fast-moving, and rewarding.
You walk away with: Real teamwork, structured thinking, and the ability to take feedback without falling apart.
You deliver a real project for a real business, and have proof to show for it.
You walk away with: A finished project, a formal performance report, and a story you can confidently tell employers.
LinkedIn Recommendation · Former Speed Network Now Intern
"I had the pleasure of interning for Mark Graham for 6 months and it was an incredible valuable experience. From the very beginning Mark stood out as a clear leader who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely kind, approachable and supportive. Throughout my internship Mark consistently took the time to give suppor…
Yode Kay-Odusanya
Student at Brunel University currently studying Media and Communications
The CAP Framework™
7 competencies.
One professional standard.
Most courses give you a certificate for turning up. CAP is different. You are assessed on the 7 professional behaviours employers actually look for: how you communicate, follow through, think commercially, execute tasks, collaborate, take feedback, and build relationships.
Professional Identity & Communication
The ability to present oneself with clarity, confidence and professionalism in written and verbal settings.
Accountability & Reliability
Demonstrates ownership, follow-through and consistency in delivering commitments.
Initiative & Commercial Thinking
The ability to identify opportunities, propose solutions and think beyond assigned tasks.
Structured Execution & Delivery Quality
Ability to produce clear, organised, high-quality outputs aligned with expectations.
Collaboration & Team Contribution
Ability to contribute constructively in team environments.
Coachability & Growth Orientation
Demonstrates receptiveness to feedback and commitment to self-improvement.
Strategic Networking & Relationship Building
The ability to build, nurture, and leverage professional relationships intentionally and ethically.
Project Tracks
Project track that gives you
real work to talk about
Each participant is matched to a project track based on their goals, background, and suitability. Your track gives you practical experience and outputs you can reflect on in interviews and applications.
Programme Investment
One programme.
One clear investment.
CAP is a 12-week professional development programme with mentor support, live project work, and formal assessment.
Programme fee
£1,497
£1,497 upfront or 3 monthly payments of £499
Places are limited. CAP is selective and built for committed participants who will actively engage, complete the work, and take feedback seriously.
In Their Words
What former interns say
about working with Speed Network Now
Verified LinkedIn recommendations from former Speed Network Now interns and team members. CAP is led by the same team and built on the same standards.
Franklin Sarp
Intern, Speed NetworkNow
I had the pleasure of working with Mark during my internship at Speed Network Now, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to learn from his leadership and experience. Mark brings a clear vision to everything he does, especially around…
Shreya Patial
Social Media Manager | Creative Strategy | Branding | Luxury Retail | PR | Communications | Luxury Hospitality
I had the opportunity to be part of the team at SpeedNetworkNow for four months, and it was a truly rewarding experience. Even though I didn't work directly with Mark, I was continually inspired by the collaborative and innovative culture h…
Lara Barghouthi
Marketing Graduate focused on digital strategy and brand development
I had the privilege of working under Mark's leadership at Speed NetworkNow, and it's an experience that has significantly shaped my professional growth. Mark is one of those rare leaders who combines strategic vision with genuine empathy; h…
Xiao Peng
Business Graduate | Exploring Opportunities in Consulting, Tech & Digital Innovation | Passionate About AI and Strategic Problem-Solving
Mark was one of the managers that I worked with during my time at Speed NetworkNow as digital marketing intern. It has been a pleasure to work alongside Mark, as he has played a significant part for me to make the most out of this opportuni…
Jocelyn Rennie
Incoming SWE Intern @JPMorgan Chase | AI and Automation Intern @Speed NetworkNow | Aladdin Engineering Spring Intern @BlackRock
I had the pleasure of working with George Dendrino during my internship at Speed NetworkNow, where he was a cofounder leading the AI and Automation sector. George played a key role in my integration into the team, providing the tools and g…
Chinmaye Raju
Data Analytics & Cloud Engineer | Driving Insight Through Cloud, Automation & AI
I had the opportunity to be part of the team at SpeedNetworkNow for four months, and it was a truly rewarding experience. Even though I didn't work directly with Mark, I was continually inspired by the collaborative and innovative culture h…
Yode Kay-Odusanya
Student at Brunel University currently studying Media and Communications
I had the pleasure of interning for Mark Graham for 6 months and it was an incredible valuable experience. From the very beginning Mark stood out as a clear leader who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely kind, approachable and sup…
Samira Yousefzadeh
MSC in Data Science and AI | Data Scientist & Developer | Solution Architect
During my time at Speed NetworkNow as an AI Automation and Analytics Intern, I worked within an environment shaped by George's leadership, particularly in how the organisation approached innovation through AI and automation alongside a stro…
Deepika Duggirala
Aspiring Robotics Engineer pursuing a Master's degree and pushing the boundaries of automation technology
Working with Mark Graham at Speed NetworkNow was a great experience. Mark is a strong leader who explains ideas clearly and makes sure everyone is on the same page. He encourages me to think creatively and helps me see the bigger picture. H…
Alex Pollard
Social Media Officer
I had the pleasure of working for Mark at Speed NetworkNow, and he was a professional who brought the best out of me. During in-person events, Mark was always open to ideas and feedback on what could be done to improve my videos and would…
Wenyi Tang
Culture, Creativity and Entrepreneurship MA @ University of Leeds
A well organised team, joining them will be an unforgettable learning journey for me. Working with them is an opportunity for me to share new knowledge and techniques with each other.
Questions Students Ask
Clear answers before you apply.
Application
Apply to CAP
We are selecting a limited number of final-year students and recent graduates for the next CAP cohort. If accepted, you will be invited to a short qualification call to confirm whether the programme is the right fit.