Katie: Film and Theatre (Placement Year) Student
“The careers support has gone above and beyond my expectations”
Throughout my time at Lancaster, the support available for enhancing my future employability has been instrumental in preparing me for life after graduation, particularly through the dedicated careers advisory teams and various internships I have participated in.
My experience with the Faculty Internship Scheme allowed me to gain valuable work experience that fit around my studies. I gained several placements within the scheme, but my most notable was Assistant Manager with The Bay International Film Festival, where I developed several transferrable skills such as organisation, teamwork, and management skills. I was also able to network and build professional relationships with many international filmmakers, which is crucial within any creative career. The internship scheme gave practical insights that complemented my academic learning and strengthened my CV, providing incredible opportunities within the highly competitive creative industries, giving me an advantage when applying for graduate opportunities.
Additionally, the dedicated careers advisors have been incredibly supportive in shaping my career path. From career insight events, to reviewing my CV in depth, to one-to-one discussions about cover letters and mock interview sessions, their guidance has helped me feel confident entering the competitive job market. Their around-the-clock support, from application tips to weekly check-ins and emotional support and encouragement, is something I’ll be forever grateful for.
When looking for a university, the career support and opportunity to develop outside of my degree were very important. I can genuinely say that Lancaster University’s careers support has gone above and beyond my expectations, with their guidance helping me to navigate the daunting world of graduate employment and secure a graduate creative internship at NBCUniversal and pursue a career in doing what I love best. I would highly encourage everyone to get involved with everything on offer whilst you are at university, to help give that competitive edge and prepare you to confidently begin your future career.
Katie, final year student
BA (Hons) Film and Theatre (Placement Year)