Work Experience

What is work experience?

• A full-time job

• Work for a qualified professional

• A period of unpaid, supervised work

• A type of paid employment

How long does work experience usually last for?

• Between 1 week to 1 year

• More than 1 year

• More than 5 years

• More than 10 years

Are work experience placements paid?

• No

• Yes

• Sometimes

Why is it important to do work experience?

• Gain relevant experience

• Develop practical skills

• To sit around

• Develop valuable contacts

How can you prepare for work experience?

• Research the company

• Nothing, there is no need to prepare

• Ensure that you have appropriate clothing

• Know where you are going & who you report to

A positive attitude towards work experience is?

• Be ready and keen to learn

• Be late

• Regularly check your social media

• Show plenty of initiative

A negative attitude to work experience is?

• Looking bored

• Not listening to instructions

• Being polite

• Working hard

When travelling to work what do I need to remember?

• Money

• Hair Brush

• Mobile Phone

• Face Mask

You are going to be late for work, what should you do?

• Ring to let your employer know you are running late

• Offer to make up the time you have missed

• Apologise to your employer when you arrive

• All of the above

If you don't understand a task you have been given, what should you do?

• Hope no one notices the task is incomplete

• Give the task to someone else

• Say you are too busy

• Ask someone to help you