A pilot scheme has been launched in half of London's boroughs requiring those who are out - of - work to take on a compulsory 13 -
week work experience scheme before qualifying for benefits...
Not exact matches
She recalled three recent notices relevant to scientists interested in
working abroad: a list of opportunities in a French research institute; the Leonardo da Vinci
work experience scheme, which is open to graduates and could get you a foot in the door, and finally, 40 -
week placements in the biological sciences for graduates currently based in the West Midlands.
Gabriela Morais - Taylor, who's in Year 13 at Thetford Academy, spent five
weeks analysing stem cell research at Cambridge University's department of genetics after gaining a place on the Nuffield Research Placements
scheme, which offers A Level students paid
work experience at top research institutions.
The
scheme enables talented state school students to spend a
week undertaking
work experience with barristers» chambers and attending talks, workshops and a reception hosted by the Chairman of the Bar, Michael Todd QC, and the Chair of the Bar Council's Social Mobility Committee, Taryn Lee QC.
«The
work -
experience scheme's record of getting people into jobs is very strong, with more than half coming off benefits after 13
weeks of starting a placement.»
As they always say, it's about who you know — smaller organisations and newspapers don't always have a formalised
work experience scheme, so if you know someone who can get you in the office for a
week, use that to your advantage.
It may be hard to find formal
work experience schemes or internships, but many employers will accept speculative applications from students wanting to try the
work for a
week or so.
Experience in B2B / B2C sales, hospitality or customer services could be advantageous In return for your dedication, hard
work and commitment we can offer you: * Tailored 3 -
week training programme and a mentoring
scheme * Excellent promotion and career prospects, based on results and ability * Autonomous, supportive and social team environment * A highly competitive salary and commission structure (up to 40 % uncapped) * Paid parking * Gym membership * Regular team days out * Directors lunches * Yearly luxury holidays (this year Croatia and Mexico!)
In order to find out more about the
work of economists in government, you could consider applying for a place on the Government Economic Service (GES) summer vacation placement
scheme, which offers
work experience opportunities ranging from six to 12
weeks.
I did a
weeks work experience at Aurum Holdings in Leicester in a buying and merchandising role so it linked directly with the Next Trainee Merchandiser
scheme.