What are Industrial Placements?

I know it sounds daunting to hear about placement years and the application processes and watch everyone talk about it, but it's not as scary as it seems. Industrial placements are programmes intended for students to take some time and learn about a job or sector instead of studying. This helps gain immense knowledge of your chosen career path and skills that are invaluable.

How long are Industrial Placements?

It can honestly vary how long a placement can last. Some placements are short 2 weeks and some lasting upto 18 months. It depends on your field of study and your contract lengths. 

Are Placements Paid? 

Some placements are paid and others are purely voluntary. It depends on your field as to how much you can get paid.

Where to find Industrial Placements?

You can search for placements online on websites such as 

https://www.ratemyplacement.co.uk/ 

https://uk.indeed.com/q-student-placement-jobs.html 

https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/careers-employability/placements/ 

And any other company websites that you may be interested in.

The talent team at Coventry University also holds events to help promote placement opportunities across the year by inviting companies to the University's Campus to promote their placement opportunities. 

TOP TIPS

• Have a good CV prepared. A strong CV displays our capabilities and experience through a concise document. If you need any help or guidance on starting a CV or improving it, you can book an appointment with Coventry University's Talent Team who will be more than happy to help.
• Apply to as many companies as you can, that relate to your chosen field. The more places you apply to the more opportunities you have!
• Research your chosen company to produce an excellent cover letter. Cover letters show your interest in companies that you are applying to and a good cover letter can increase your chances of an interview.
• Attend placement events. Placement events can help increase your knowledge of the companies willing to offer placements that you may not have been aware of before. 
• Be prepared for any interview calls or assessment centers.
• There are also placement opportunities abroad that can be
• Most importantly be yourself and let your achievements speak for themselves.