Testimonials

What our employers say

'This was an extremely successful placement. Not only has our placement student plugged a genuine gap in the company, but he also fitted in very well socially. His appetite for work and ability to pick up new skills meant that both parties greatly benefited from the experience. He has now joined the company as a full time employee following his graduation.'
Dr Rick Norris, Operations Director, Sportasia

'On placement, the students learn skills that are transferable to any business out there. We know that when we source placement students from Sheffield Hallam, we will get highly skilled and prepared students that have a passion for their chosen career path.'
Jason Smith, Yummy Jobs

'The quality of the Sheffield Hallam students is very high, the placements work well for us, as we get the benefit of young, enthusiastic people who are keen to learn and make their mark.

'We try to give the students as much benefit out of their time with us as possible. The students get out as much as they put in and there is the potential for employment in the future for those who really make an impression - we already have one former Sheffield Hallam placement student working for us full-time now and there is no reason why there couldn't be more in the future.'
Cally Watson, Begbies Traynor's placements programme co-ordinator

'Spending a year on placement has given me a clearer idea of what I want to do in the future and I've become a generally more confident and outgoing person as a result. I'd advise students who are going abroad for their placement year that it will be very challenging, but to make the most of everything that comes your way, work hard and the rewards will come!'
Michael Crow - BSc (Hons) International Hospitality Management with Conference and Events. Placement at White Lodging Services, Marriott Austin South, Texas, USA

'Overall I think my placement has been a very valuable experience. Not only have I had the opportunity to live in an exclusive part of London but I have also gained knowledge and experience in my chosen profession that will no doubt help me on the career ladder when I graduate.'
Gemma Haynes - BA (Hons) Accounting. Placement at Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington, London as an Accounts Assistant

'I learned an enormous amount from my placement at Begbies Traynor. As well as the day-to-day practical experience, I've got a much better understanding of how things work in the real world. It's also brilliant to earn a salary for a year - it certainly takes some of the financial pressure off. I'm now enjoying being back in Sheffield for my final year. The placement has given me a really good idea of where I see my future and I think I'll be much more focused at uni, thanks to the experience I've gained.'
Andrew Cook, final year student, BA (Hons) Business Studies