Almost three quarters (74%) of new university students think a summer placement is the key to landing a job after university, according to a new survey carried out by Centrica Energy.
However, money worries still sees students sacrificing this to take on any paid job they can get their hands on.
The research also shows 81% of recent graduates reveal their main motivation for seeking employment during the summer holidays was to earn money, with 41% taking jobs in telesales, factories, fast-food outlets and bars.
However, firms like Centrica are offering paid-for summer placements, as well as providing free accommodation.
Jill Shedden, group director, HR, Centrica, says: “Gone are the days when students were forced to make a decision between long-term career plans and short-term income – now, thanks to companies like Centrica, they can gain experience in their chosen career and get paid for it, giving them the competitive advantage. One of the best ways to get ahead of the competition and impress prospective employers is to gain as much relevant work experience as possible.
“As a company, we invest more than £12m in summer placement students and graduates – in salaries alone. We take great pride in our summer placement programme with applications rolling in as early as freshers’ week.
“Over the 10-week duration, they offer students hands-on experience working in the energy industry to help pave the way for their future career – whether they chose to come back to work for Centrica on the graduate scheme or find employment elsewhere.”
Source: Recruiter.co.uk, Thursday 22nd September 2011
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