Placement overview
Name: Beth
Vocational area: Business
Duration: 4 weeks
Location: Prague, Czechia
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It shows employers that I have done something not many other people have done, which will help me stand out.
The motivation
I wanted to do something that elevated my CV and push myself out of my comfort zone. It was good opportunity to discover a different part of the world and be able to gain work experience at the same time.
The placement
I designed and created promotional campaigns for a music school. I analysed their social media analytics and curated a plan of what they should post and why it caters to their audience. I helped improve their website too and compare them to their competitors.
I learnt how different businesses operate and enjoyed learning about a new culture.
The location
I loved the architecture and how beautiful the country is. I loved meeting the people that I shared my accommodation with; they made the experience a lot
better.
I loved learning about Prague’s culture. It is a magical place with a wide range of characters. I felt extremely safe, which is difficult in a new country.
The impact
I have become more confident and have gained an insight into what it is like living alone. My placement has given me a chance to show employers that I am flexible and hard working.
Not many students who have left college have work experience. It shows employers that I have done something not many other people have done, which will help me stand out.
I’m now on a marketing apprenticeship course where I’ll get a qualification and stand out even more to employers.
Outcomes
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Improved language skills
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Exposure to cultural experience
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Confidence building
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Improved people skills
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