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FAQs

Do you offer vacation work and/or industrial placements?

Yes, we offer both. Again, these positions are available all over the UK. Please refer to the student section for further information.

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Do you offer sponsorship to under-graduates?

Yes, we offer a number of bursaries each year to under-graduates who have worked for us in their summer vacation or as an industrial placement and who are nominated by their line manager. This bursary is given by our Charitable Trust.

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What hours would you expect me to work?

Standard hours are 37.5 hours per week. Starting and finishing times vary across the UK. You may be required to work different or additional hours as the job demands.

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What is involved in the recruitment process?

Each person is required to complete an application form on-line. Interviews are held locally by the division/office graduate recruitment manager. Decisions are made promptly and we endeavour to contact all applicants at the earliest.

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How many vacation/industrial placements do you recruit?

We are looking for approximately 60 vacation students and 30 industrial students in 2007/2008 from various disciplines. Similar numbers are likely to be required in future years.

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How long does a vacation placement usually last?

The majority of vacation students work in their summer vacation period for 4 to 12 weeks. We are flexible with start dates and placement length.

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What work would I be doing as a vacation/industrial student?

From day one you will be involved and working on real projects enabling you to gain real and relevant experience.

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Will I be paid for vacation and industrial employment?

Yes.

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