Name of Student: Alice Macey
Job Title: Career Zone Information Assistant and Content Creator
Company Name: University of Exeter SEAS
Description of Organisation:
The University of Exeter’s Student Employability & Academic Success (SEAS) division supports students from admission through graduation and beyond. Through its Career Zone and department-linked consultants, it offers career guidance, CV/application help, employer events, skills development, internships and global networking.
What was your biggest achievement on your internship?
Scripting, coordinating, filming and editing a 16 part video series to be shared on the Career Zone Webpage
Were there any challenges and how did you overcome these?
Being based on the Penryn campus made it more challenging to access the same opportunities available at Streatham. I overcame this by proactively communicating with the team in Penryn.
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 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 regular feedback from my manager/supervisor.
- 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 because I learnt lots of valuable skills and felt valued throughout the 2.5 years I worked in the Career Zone.