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Summer Experience

About the programme

Summer Experience is your go to internship programme to work with local businesses and organisations. You are eligible to apply if you are an undergraduate student from the University of Bradford and in your first or second year of a three-year course or penultimate year of a four-year course.

If you are accepted on an internship, you will receive a training allowance of approximately £448.70 per week (subject to national insurance and tax reductions). The internships can take place anytime from late May (after the exam period) to September and will be six weeks full-time work (or part-time equivalent).

This is an excellent opportunity to obtain meaningful work experience, gaining skills that will enhance your CV. Successful completion of the programme may also earn you special recognition or certification. Don't miss out on this chance to boost your career prospects.

 

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Case Studies

Students on Summer Experience and other placements share their stories of life at the University of Bradford and their placement journey.

 

Summer Experience case studies

Case Study Videos

Listen to students who have previously been on Summer Experience Internships talk about their experiences...

Watch - Maryam Ibrar talk about her experiences during her Summer internship at at Girlington Community Centre

 

Watch - Lola Olugunwa talk about her Summer Experience project at Centrepoint, a homeless charity for young people

 

Watch - Patricia Goeyardi talk about her Summer Experience placement at Community Action Bradford & District

Watch - Henna Badwal talk about her experiences during her Summer Experience Internship.

 

Watch - Melody Amadi talk about her Summer Experience Project at Proctor and Hobbs Solicitors in Bradford

 

Watch - Hafsah Syeed talk about her Internship with Centrepoint

Placement Case Studies

Who is Summer Experience for?

Any current first or second year undergraduate student of the University of Bradford (you must be returning for at least one more academic year).

You must be eligible to work full time in the UK during the vacation period. If you are an international student please check your Visa status for working during vacations, for most students studying a typical 3 or 4 year undergraduate programme you are likely to have eligibility. If you are unsure about your eligibility to work, please seek advice from the International Student Adviser and check the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.

We welcome applications from disabled students/students with dyslexia to help provide valuable work experience.  

If you have any questions about your eligibility to apply for these projects please get in touch via email: summerexperience@bradford.ac.uk.

How does it work?

Summer Experience projects offer full-time internships with local and regional businesses, charities, and other organisations. These internships typically start between the end of May and July and require a minimum commitment of six weeks, though there may be opportunities to work longer.

What are the benefits?

  1. Gain valuable work experience within a local business or enterprise.
  2. Receive careers advice and support before, during, and after your placement.
  3. A member of the Summer Experience team will visit you during your internship to ensure everything is running smoothly. They are also available by phone or email for any issues or queries.
  4. Complete a self-reflective workbook detailing your role, learning, skills, and knowledge developed, and how the internship may help your future career plans.
  5. At the end of your internship, celebration your success at our awards evening.

How do I apply?

  1. Summer Experience internships will be advertised on Handshake. We add new opportunities from May to July so keep checking back.
  2. Once you have selected a project, please submit your CV and cover letter to summerexperience@bradford.ac.uk clearly stating which position you are applying for and why. The deadline will be indicated on the job advert, and you can apply for as many Summer Experience opportunities as you like.
  3. To have the best chance of getting an interview, make sure book an appointment before submitting your application.
  4. We will then forward your applications to the host organisation, who will then get in touch if you are shortlisted for interview.

What types of projects have been run previously?

Previously students have worked on a variety of projects, including:

  • Market research
  • Business analysis
  • Graphic design
  • Computer programming
  • Multi media
  • New product development
  • Process re-engineering
  • Immigration advice worker
  • Mental health and well-being trainee
  • Sustainability and development project assistant
  • Charity support assistant

...and more.

The Summer Experience Celebration Event

The event

For the first time in two years, our summer experience celebration event was held back on campus, with both nominated students and employers being delighted to receive their awards! It was a fantastic evening of celebration and networking for all attendees. Congratulations to all who took part in this year’s summer experience programme and to our award winners.

Students:
Self-development and distance travelled:
Highly commended: Adam Ali
Winner: Henna Badwal

Contributions made to the internship providers business:
Highly commended: Poppy Firth
Winner: Ifeowula Babtunde

Evidence of UOB employability skills:
Highly commended: Chiedozie Arize
Winner: Emi Richardson

Application of research skills:
Highly commended: Dina Hussain
Winner: Anysia Padgett

For employers:
Exposure to a range of roles across the business and sector:
Winner: STRI Group

Providing a supportive workplace learning environment
Winner: Mind in Bradford

Providing a future-focused workplace experience:
Winner: Airedale NHS foundation Trust

Employers 2022

  • Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
  • Centre Point
  • EASA - stronger families
  • Focus4Hope
  • Girlington Advice centre
  • HFT – ‘Luv2meetu’
  • Horton community Farm
  • Leeds clinical commissioning group (CCG)
  • Mind
  • NHS Bradford District and Craven Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)
  • Proctor Hobbs solicitors
  • Relate
  • Solution not sides
  • Step2
  • STRI GROUP
  • UoB - estates team
  • UoB - International support team
  • UoB - Student success team
  • UoB Labs

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more please email us.