Work experience of a lifetime as Computing students hit Prague
Students had the work experience of a lifetime after travelling to Prague as part of the Erasmus scheme.
The Computing & IT students Uxbridge College spent three weeks on placements in the Czech capital, following a highly competitive interview process, as well as touring the city to learn about its history, architecture and art. As well as working with a range of Tech companies, they visited landmarks including the famous Karlův most (Charles Bridge) and the Staroměstské nám (Old Town Square).
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In the workplace, tasks included including working with social media ads, VR, and content production, as well as networking with professionals.
Work placement activities included:
• Filming and producing backstage content for a documentary for the Prague National Theatre
• Giving a presentation on how to use an Oculus virtual reality headset
• Developing social media content for a Theatre company
• Producing an Instagram animation in Adobe After Effects as part of a social media advertising campaign
• Website updating
• Researching 3-D design software “Gravity Sketch”.
• Networking, including configuring a router
• Using a 3-D printer
Symantha Marcello, (pictured second from right), said: “My overall experience in Prague was amazing. At work, my interpersonal skills were polished and it has given me a sense of independence and responsibility as an individual”
Kiefer Dias, (pictured third from left) said: “An experience that made me move out of my comfort zone and grow as an individual.”
Dragos Slovineanu described the trip as: “A must-have experience for every student, filled with amazing memories and valuable skills.”
Oluwaseun Peter said: “It gives many useful opportunities like improved communication, team working, meeting new people, experiencing a new place, culture and food. Also, an opportunity to travel abroad for free and explore like you’re on holiday while also studying to acquire vital knowledge and skills in a real working environment.”
Shivani Chohan said: “An experience that has taught me a lot of things. Not just the ethics of work but building relationships, being independent and being able to manage my time and money.”
Luke Greenidge dubbed his experience: “Sensational.”
The college will continue to provide equivalent overseas work experience opportunities, including placements for 80 students from across the college in 2022-23, under the new Turing scheme. The Turing scheme will carry forward any remaining funding for the scheme post-Brexit.
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