By Joe, Civil EngineeringCollege of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham I was very fortunate to be able to apply for a year in industry through the university-organised RESPECT scheme. Following a successful interview, I accepted an offer from Osborne (a civil engineering contractor on National Highways’ framework for delivery of major road … Continue reading “How to Get the Most Out of a Year in Industry”
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What my industrial placement year taught me (even in a pandemic!)
By Alex, Materials Science College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham If there is one thing my year in industry has taught me, it is the value of curiosity. Spending a year away from the prescribed learning of my Materials Science & Engineering course has reinvigorated my passion for the subject, grounded my … Continue reading “What my industrial placement year taught me (even in a pandemic!)”