The Contribution to the Workplace Awards celebrate students who have made a real impact on an organisation whilst on their placement year, on an internship or whilst working here on campus. As such, the employer, as opposed to students, will be nominating for these awards.
Placement Student of the Year
This award recognises undergraduate students who have exceeded the expectations and requirements of their role whilst on a registered placement year as part of their course. Only undergraduate students on a registered placement year in 2017/18 or 2018/19 are eligible for this award.
Intern of the Year
This award recognises any student or group of students who have exceeded the expectations and requirements of their project or role whilst on an internship. The internship could have taken place during the academic year around their course or during a vacation period. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible for this award.
On-campus Worker of the Year
This award recognises any student or group of students who have exceeded the expectations and requirements of their role whilst undertaking a piece of paid work on campus. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible for this award.
Nominations should highlight individuals who have made an invaluable contribution during their time with their employer and whose work has made a real difference to the organisation. They could illustrate how students have brought innovative ideas to the organisation to inform positive change and how they have gone above and beyond what was expected of them. They should definitely celebrate the achievements and impact made by students whilst in the workplace.