You've heard the word internship a lot. You might have even been told that it's a CV must-have to get a job. In some industries this is true - most law and finance firms offer structured schemes, for example - yet often you can substitute internship with 'work experience,' 'placement,' 'part-time job,' and 'volunteering'.
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Opportunities abroad
Find out about the overseas internships and work experience opportunities you can access
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Work shadowing
Get a flavour of someone's responsibilities and job activities by spending a few days with them
It was my first time working in an office environment, which provided me with experience which I otherwise would not have received. It was also my first time working within human resources, my chosen career path, which helped me gain relevant work experience.