Who can take part in an IT Wales placement?

To participate in the IT Wales Placement scheme, you must have an address in Wales and either be studying at a higher education institution, or be a graduate wishing to develop your career in Wales.

If you are currently a student, you must be a citizen of an EU or EEA country (or Switzerland) and you have successfully completed your first year of study. Graduates living in Wales are also eligible, but citizens of non-EU / EAA countries are required to have been granted a Visa (which is not a student visa) that gives the right to stay in the UK, take up full time employment, and has at least 6 months remaining on the Visa.

For further information on eligibility.

What does an IT Wales placement involve?

• Students and graduates are employed by local large and small companies.
• Placements last between 6-10 weeks and are IT / computing project based.
• Placements are paid at a minimum of £250 per week.
• You get excellent quality work experience to add to your CV.
• It provides an opportunity to also develop non-technical skills that graduate recruiters are looking for.
• Many placements lead to further work with the hosting company. (65% of placements resulted in permanent or extended employment with the host company). 
• You complete a work-based qualification to develop your business and personal skills.