- September 22, 2010
- Vicky
Volunteer
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Volunteer
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On the 04/02/2010 the Daily Mail ran an article entitled ‘The slave labour graduates: Cynical firms are forcing thousands of high flyers to work for nothing – or even making them pay for the privilege’.
Back in December we reported that the Government was planning to provide £8 million of funding to those from disadvantaged backgrounds who would have otherwise been unable to undertake unpaid internships.
Inspiring Interns has been pursuing its goal in assisting students find their career direction as well as help companies to find the best and suitable candidates for nearly a year.
This morning, as usual, I was browsing the news and other interesting articles when a video drew my attention from BNET.
Until most recently I shared the perspective of many recent graduates and students:
“Why should I do an unpaid internship when I already have work experience?”
“The company would gain more from my work than they could offer me in terms of relevant experience.
When I suddenly shout to the office in general “Sum up our office in one word NOW!” this is what happens: (albeit it not straight away…!)
Esra: Gorgeous
Mona: Fun
Mandy: Crazy
Jenaic: Unconventional
Marianne: Blue!