Monthly Archives: September 2011
A graduate’s view of voluntary internships
As a student and a recent graduate, I’ve done several voluntary placements and have had really positive experiences. I studied Art, Philosophy & Contemporary Practice at university, graduating with a First Class degree. However I knew that this alone wasn’t enough to get me a paid job in my chosen field – Contemporary Art Curation. [...]
Join the UpRising!
UpRising, a leadership programme launched and developed to support and train a new generation of public leaders, is accepting applications NOW for its programme in Birmingham. 50 talented young people from diverse backgrounds are set to benefit from a unique combination of leadership training, mentoring and campaigning skills. Fully funded by the Young Foundation, participants [...]
Aston University to deliver prestigious support programme for small businesses in the Midlands
Professor Mark Hart, Professor of Small Business and Entrepreneurship at Aston Business School, will be leading a team of academics to deliver the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses programme starting in the Midlands in November 2011. 10,000 Small Businesses is designed to unlock the economic and job creation potential of small businesses and social enterprises [...]
What is an Internship?
Experience is becoming a crucial factor for employers when deciding who gets their foot in the door. It’s strongly advised that students and graduates take the opportunity to complete a period of work experience to ensure they have a competitive advantage over their peers; and that’s where an internship can make all the difference. So, [...]
