University of Bath - Work placement

The process and procedures for the promotion, management, and assessment of the work placement.

Self-awareness testing
Numerical and logical reasoning aptitude tests
How to effectively research a company on-line
How to identify suitable roles that meet personal objectives
How to prepare for an interview using the STAR technique, including interview video samples
How to write a professional CV
How to write a research CV
How to write a covering letter
Social media and how to present yourself effectively
Presentation skills, including a self-recorded presentation

Document checking (e.g. CV, and applications)
Mock interview provision
Timetabled development sessions
Advice on suitable companies that match individual objectives
Identification, advertisement, and promotion of degree-specific placement opportunities that meet learning objectives of programme
On-site visit during placement

Introduction to placements Degree-specific examples provided
Personality profiles - personality profiles, colour personalities
Effective teamwork skills - listening skills, team roles, teamwork model, open & closed questions, hierarchy of needs
Identifying your strengths and technical competencies - Skills & strengths definitions and identifying them, employability skills, colour personalities, strength-based recruitment, technical interviews
CV writing & workshop - marketing, credentials, story, CV styling and content, CV examples
Commercial awareness - definitions, importance, application and interview questions, assessment centres, SWOT & PEST analysis, mission statements & values
Reflective writing - definition, importance, how to develop reflective writing and thinking, structure, examples

Covering letters and networking - purpose, structure, practice, template
Assessment centres - what is an assessment centre, what is being assessed, top tips, individual presentations, Group work, practical, discussions, case studies
Not secured a placement yet? Don't panic! - application journey - plan vs reality, stats & facts, opportunities, support, mentor-led group sessions
Pre-departure sessions - first day, personal development, placement learning curve, team meetings, e-learning course activities - handbook, POLO's, placement visit, professional behaviours, staying safe, resilience, making the most of the placement experience, placement checklist, support

Webinar - completing your POLO (personal objectives and learning outcomes) form - objective setting and career management
Webinar - writing your placement report - reflective writing
Placement poster event - all returning placement students give a poster presentation to both academic staff and students that are considering a placement
Placement visit - reflective discussion on placement objectives and learning so far. Progress and performance discussion with supervisor / manager. Objective setting for placement
POLO feedback from placements team
GOLF (Goal, objectives and learning form) report on progression and performance completed by employer
Technical placement report - including POLO forms for reflection on learning and skills development. Academically assessed

Placement poster event - all returning placement students give a poster presentation to both academic staff and students that are considering a placement
STEM careers and placements fair
Employer TED talks - day in the life of…
Placements networking event