Queens University Belfast Students Seek Short-Term Flexible Work Placements

Access New Talent: Queens University Belfast Students Seek Short-Term Flexible Work Placements

Queens University Belfast’s School of Arts, English and Languages is excited to announce an opportunity for businesses to connect with over 100 final year students seeking short-term flexible work placements. These placements are a vital component of the students' degree programs, offering them the chance to gain real-world experience in their chosen fields whilst giving businesses the opportunity to connect with and learn from new, emerging talent and knowledge.

To support our students in sourcing placements, we will hold an Industry Showcase Lunch on Monday, May 20th at 12:30. This event will give industry professionals the opportunity to connect with talented, eager, and resourceful final year students who could become their future employees, while also giving students the chance to connect with potential placement providers.

The opportunity is open to students studying in the following subject areas:
- Audio Engineering
- Broadcast Production
- Drama Studies
- English
- Creative Writing
- Film and Theatre Making
- Film Studies and Production
- Music
- Audio Production
- Sound Design and Performance

Previous placement roles have included positions such as:
 
- Videographer
- Production Manager/ Assistant 
- Script Reader
- Musician
- Festival Steward/ Events Assistant
- Teaching Assistant
- Researcher
- Graphic Designer
- Policy Reviewer
- Social Media Assistant
- Sound Engineer
- HR Assistant
- Marketing Assistant
- Youth Worker
 
Work placements play a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic studies and the professional world. They offer several key benefits to both students and industry:

- Fresh Perspectives:  Placement students often bring new ideas and creativity to the workplace, injecting innovation into projects.

- Increased Productivity: Once familiar with an organisation's processes, placement students can contribute significantly to the productivity of a team.

- Additional Support: Industry can use placement students to support specific projects or initiatives, lightening the workload for existing employees.

- Identifying Talent: By offering valuable work experience, industry can identify promising individuals who may later join them as employees after graduation.

- Supporting Future Graduates: Providing students with real-world experiences supports future graduates in achieving a vital step-up in their chosen careers.

Speaking about these placements, Michelle Connolly, Director from Profile Tree said “Over the past few years, our commitment to supporting placement students from AEL has not only enriched our team with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas but has also empowered a new generation of professionals. These talented individuals bring enthusiasm and cutting-edge knowledge to our projects, proving that investing in young talent is not just good for business, but essential for continual growth and relevance in our industry. We are proud to play a role in shaping students into skilled professionals who are as passionate about our mission as we are”.
Please join us at our Industry Showcase Lunch on Monday, May 20th at 12:30. 

Please RSVP by registering your interest: Click Here
For more information please contact Aileen Carson at a.carson@qub.ac.uk