Finding a Work Placement or Internship: 7 Top Tips - Study in the UK | Cardiff Met International

Discover my seven top tips for finding an internship or work placement whilst studying at a UK university.
Many international students choose to study courses in the UK that allow them to gain work experience through a placement or internship. All undergraduate courses at Cardiff Metropolitan University include the opportunity for an internship during your studies. There are also a number of masters courses with the option of a one year work placement.
Hopefully these seven tips will help you with your search. Make sure you watch the video in full to get the full details about each tip:
1 - Start looking early
2 - Keep your CV up-to-date
3 - Build your network and be proactive
4 - Practice your interview skills
5 - Get help from your lecturers
6 - Use the Career Support Team
7 - Stay positive and don't give up
If you have any more top tips that you've come across during your search for an internship of placement, please do share it in the comments below.
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Thanks for watching, and hopefully we'll welcome you to Cardiff one day soon! - Jack

[@Misan928]

Hello Jack , it's always interesting watching your videos and the informations therein .please, is one year work placement part of MBA (human resource ) course in Cardiff Met. ? Thanks

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Thanks Fombo! It is possible to take a one year internship alongside the MBA at Cardiff Met - yes! You need to make sure you apply for this when you make your application. Thanks, Jack

[@vineetajha17]

Hi! My name is Vineeta Jha a prospective student from India for Msc in Events and Projects at Cardiff Met. I've been thinking about a career in Events after having done a MBA in Tourism and Travel Management . It is because of multiple disabilities since birth that I have been unable to find a job that is in accordance with my strengths and become independent. I would request you to guide me on how can I find a work placement after graduation along with an approach on Equal Opportunity Employment policy for disabled students from India if any. Hope to hear from you soon.

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Vineeta, thanks for your message. I must confess I am not an expert in Equal Opportunity Employment Policy, however I would be confident that the Career Services Team at the university would be able to offer guidance. Cardiff Metropolitan University has the UK 'Disability Confident' Level 2 accreditation, which means the university is committed to improving employment opportunities and career development for disabled people. This applies to both our own staff and students. In the UK, most businesses will have Equal Opportunity Employment Policies, in line with UK Law, so should not discriminate when making opportunities available. Should you decide to study at Cardiff Met, the Careers Services Team will be able to support you in making applications to such companies within the Events industry. Sorry I can't be of more help, however I hope that is useful. Thanks - Jack

[@umerlatif9166]

Please guide me Do Cardiff met offering placement alongwith "Masters in Occupational Health Safety and Wellbeing" Thanking You, Umer Latif.

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Umer. We offer an extended research project within this course which means the duration is up to 22 months for the full programme, but we do not offer a work placement. You would be able to apply for a Graduate Route visa after you complete your course, which will allow you to stay and work in the UK for a further 2 years. Thanks!

[@umerlatif9166]

@@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174 would this 22 months whole course be full time or part time??

[@maherakhan545]

Hey Jack I'm from india and I'm planning to study MBA program abroad but I've some queries related to MBA program at Cardiff Metropolitan University, like do they ask for work experience for international applicants

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Thanks for getting in touch. No, you are apply for the MBA without work experience, as long as you have an undergraduate degree. Good luck with your application! Jack

[@VIPERrko10]

Do you need prior work experience to get a placement? I mean does it increase your chances to get selected?

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Saad, I would say it would improve your chances, but wouldn't be essential in all cases. It would depend on the internship you are applying for. Thanks, Jack

[@Historian000]

Hello sir in MSc programs after one year of study is there chance of getting intership (research based) inside the university even if that a non paid.

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Reshma, that would be a possibility on some courses. Your best option would be to speak to your Course Director, as they would be able to advise you of any available opportunities. I hope that helps! Thanks, Jack

[@Historian000]

Thank you sir.. And I would like to know about the total study hours per week for Msc students as per the new updates.

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

@@Historian000 Hi Reshma, your total teaching hours per week would be around 15-17 hours, depending on which term it is, and which modules you select. It's not possible to know the exact hours until you arrive at the university and select your course options. I hope that helps! Jack

[@amersap5880]

Hello sir ...could you please tell me about level 7 diploma .I didn't complete my graduation after doing level 7 diploma I am eligible for mba ?it is valaid full time mba?

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Amer, at Cardiff Met we aren't currently offering level 7 PG diplomas. Each university will have different rules about applying for an MBA after not completing a level 7 PG diploma. Thanks, Jack

[@moretv5171]

Can you do your placement anywhere in the UK aside wales

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Yes! You're able to get your work placement anywhere in the UK, not just in Wales. In fact some students even chose to do their placement in another country, so you're not limited at all when searching. I hope this helps! Thanks, Jack

[@s.n.tiwaribaba4598]

I am from middle class family so can you tell me please how to study in this university if I have no much money to pay for this. What about living, is there hostel?

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

There are scholarships available for international students, both some offered by the university for a part reduction in fees, and then scholarships offered by organisations outside of the university. I'll share a link to my video on scholarships. Thanks, Jack - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIfSnIWqosecepo

[@s.n.tiwaribaba4598]

@@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174 Thanks for replying. Is there hostel facility available for international students or we have to manage this like living expenses, food accommodation etc.

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

@@s.n.tiwaribaba4598 There is university accommodation available close to both of our university campuses. There is the option for either catered, or self-catering, so you can choose if you want to prepare your own food or not.

[@naveenjolly1652]

Which is better Internship or placement?

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Naveen, the two terms are often used interchangeably, and can involve similar work. The main difference would be that usually, a placement would be during your study, and an internship would be after your study. So there isn't really one that is better or worse! Thanks, Jack

[@naveenjolly1652]

@@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174 okay 😊 thank you

[@anumaria870]

Does Job need IELTS?

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Anu, thanks for getting in touch. Most jobs would not have an IELTS requirement. The IELTS requirement tends to only be linked to a university or visa application. Thanks, Jack

[@aryajyothish1809]

Hello sir, after one year of study.. There is any chance of getting internships.... Beacuse we are paying 18000pound....... If we did not get placement what we should do

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

Hi Arya, there is of course a chance to get an internship! However if you are unable to get a placement for some reason, you would not need to pay the £1800 and would still receive your degree. Your course would just end sooner, once your studies are completed. The university will help you to ensure you do find one however - so hopefully it wouldn't be an issue. I hope that helps, Jack

[@aryajyothish1809]

@@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174 thanku sir, can i change my sep intake to januvary...bcoz of corona issues

[@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174]

@@aryajyothish1809 In the event that you are unable to attend in September, you will be offered a place in January instead!

[@aryajyothish1809]

@@cardiffmetropolitanunivers7174 thanku sir...

[@aryajyothish1809]

Sir, januvary intake will be there............