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15 Jun 2011 09:08:48
The University of Bedfordshire is launching a groundbreaking initiative to generate 1500 workplace opportunities for international students.
It is looking to identify a range of paid and voluntary opportunities across the region and nationwide.
The International Students’ Internships Scheme (ISIS) is aimed at pairing postgraduate students with employers looking for extra resource and is being led by a team of International Internships Managers
Spokesperson Lee Allan said: “The University’s reputation for high quality teaching, strong employability and close links to industry are attracting more and more international students. For their part international students are vital to the community, contributing millions to the local economy.
“We are looking for placements to start in September and so we are calling on employers to get in touch with us if they have any projects which need extra resource.
“Most firms have projects which have been gathering dust and which they haven’t been able to work on because they haven’t had enough staff, or the right people. The University can help find suitable students whether it is for a few hours each week or a block of time.
“Employers can be confident they will be getting bright, talented young people keen to learn and gain valuable work experience – an extra resource to boost their business. Postgraduate interns will be fluent in English and with a high quality first degree already under their belt so employers can be sure of high impact in their firms.
“This opportunity is also a win win for the students - a chance to add a work placement to their CVs which will enhance their career prospects when they return home after studying at the University of Bedfordshire.”
For more information or if you have an opportunity you’re looking to fill, e-mail isis@beds.ac.uk or call 01582 489191.
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