Placement hints and tips
News, tips and advice on finding a placement year, applying for internships and hiring placement students in the UK.
How do you find a placement year without any contacts?
Many internships are filled through family and friends. Here’s how to find a placement year when you don’t know anyone in the industry.
Is a placement year worth it?
A placement year adds a year to your degree. Here’s what you gain, what it costs and how to decide if it’s right for you.
Why does offering placements make sense for your business?
Placement students bring fresh skills and can become your future graduates. Here’s why more UK employers are offering placements.
How do you pick the right intern?
Choosing an intern doesn’t need a complex process. Decide what they’ll do, judge everyone against the same skills, and keep the interview structured.
How much do you need to pay an intern?
If your intern counts as a worker, you must pay at least the minimum wage. Here are the current UK rates and the few cases where interns can be unpaid.
Are university interns worth hiring?
University interns bring current knowledge, real capacity and a low-risk route to your next graduate hire. Here’s what to expect and how to get the most from one.
Should you get paid on your placement?
Most placements are paid, but some can legally be unpaid. Here’s what the law says and what to ask before you accept an unpaid role.
Can you do a placement abroad?
A placement abroad is possible but harder and more expensive. Here’s what to check first, and why a UK placement may still be the better choice.
Can you pay an intern below the minimum wage?
For some placements there’s no legal minimum wage. Here’s when you can pay less, why a living wage is better, and how training fits in.