Name of Student: Vagarth Bhatt
Job Title: Global Employment Engagement Assistant
Company Name: University of Exeter at Education and Academic Services
Description of Organisation:
Headed by Linda Peka, Education and Academic Services brings together all the key administration and educational support that underpins our students’ experience. Building upon solid foundations, and now with the exciting addition of sports colleagues, the division will work collaboratively to create the conditions for student and academic success.
What was your biggest achievement during your internship?
I have particularly enjoyed the projects focused on updating the SharePoint site with comprehensive labour market information for Asia-Pacific countries and creating detailed guides on how to find jobs in these regions for international students. These tasks allowed me to apply my research skills and creativity to develop useful resources that will directly benefit students. Additionally, the process of gathering and organizing relevant information helped me gain a better understanding of the diverse job markets across different countries.
Were there any challenges during your internship and if so, how did you overcome these?
The support from my manager, Pauline, has been instrumental in overcoming these challenges. Her guidance and feedback have been incredibly helpful in refining my work. Additionally, having access to more advanced data analysis tools and resources could further enhance the quality of the content I produce.
What were your reasons for undertaking this internship?
- To improve my job prospects by expanding my CV and what I can draw upon in interviews.
- To gain experience and knowledge within a specific occupation or field.
- To earn money.
As a result of my internship…
- I have improved my communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- My job prospects have improved by expanding my CV and what I can draw upon in interviews.
- I have learned more about the skills I need and the options available to me in the future.
- I have developed specific skills that could help me in the future.
- My overall confidence has increased.
During the internship…
- I received learning and development opportunities which could be helpful for my career (e.g., online courses, research development or mentoring).
- I was able to complete the tasks assigned to me.
- I received sufficient training to undertake the role.
- Overall, this internship has been a positive experience.
Would you recommend this internship scheme to other students?
Yes, I would recommend this internship scheme to other students. It’s an amazing opportunity to build a network, gain experience and become a confident professional.