Do internships widen the skills gap when only the privileged have access to them?

Monday, 24th December 2007

Do you think only those with money in the family have the chance to undertake an internship, or do you feel anyone can? Regardless of their background?

Who really benefits most from work placements?

For our first Blog article – it’s over to you! We’d love to hear your thoughts, views and comments on who you think really benefits most from work placements and internships?

This was a topic that was hotly debated at the recent Barkers/Guardian Internship Debate held at the Guardian Newsroom.

Is it the student? The University? The Company?  

Let us know what you think…..

The RateMyPlacement Blog

Monday, 17th December 2007

Welcome to the RateMyPlacement Blog!

Launched for 2008, The Blog is designed to allow students, university staff and employers to interact and discuss issues surrounding work experience, industrial placements and internships.

The Blog will be regularly updated with articles and features, and we’d love to hear your comments and ideas. Feel free to add comments to any of the above posts – we look forward to hearing your thoughts!

We’re also looking for contributors to The Blog – students, university staff and employers are more than welcome – Contact Us if you’d be interested in writing an article.

Kind Regards

The RateMyPlacement Team

  • Grant Thornton
  • Mars
  • Schroders
  • Unilever
  • KPMG
  • We Brand It
  • Walt Disney
  • Thales
  • Deloitte
  • Southwestern
  • Barclays
  • Barclays Capital