Employers
Thinking about taking on a placement student?
“Every year we have students who are enthusiastic, motivated, talented and keen to impress.”
Watch an interview with Luke Smith who's been taking placement students for the last three years
Where do I start?
If you're thinking of offering a placement, please contact Libby:
T: 01332 591713
In these times of economic downturn many firms are considering cutting down on their biggest expense - their workforce. However, by putting a freeze on recruitment you may be saving money in the short term but you could be leaving your company dangerously underskilled.
One creative solution to this could be to take on a placement student. Here are some frequently asked questions which will help you:
What are the benefits to me and my company?
- You'll save on recruitment costs
- You'll have a young, willing and able student on your team
- Our students bring their current knowledge with them
- They'll have up to date knowledge of the youth market, which is vital to a lot of organisations
- You'll improve your links with the University, which can provide all kinds of opportunities that can help your business
How do I go about organising a placement?
- To begin with, contact Libby the Placement Officer. You can discuss the vacancy with her and we'll advertise it on our we based jobs board for you
- Students can apply directly to your company, or Libby can collect the CVs and then send them on to you after the closing date has passed
- You'll then be able to interview the candidates and select the best person for the role
Will I get to choose the student?
- Yes - you'll interview the students and select the best candidate for the role
- Only interested students will apply - there'll be no timewasters
What if it isn't working out?
- We'll work with you to resolve the issue
Can I offer them a job at the end?
- Yes - they can stay on with you and perhaps complete their degree part time
- Alternatively you can offer them a position for when they graduate
Useful Information
- Students will be available from May 2013
- Placements need to last for a minimum of 9 months, but very often they last a year or a little longer.
- Placement students should be treated like any other member of staff and provided with a contract of employment.
- The student should be paid and the average salary for a placement student is £15k
