At Queen's Business School, we offer organisations a unique opportunity to tap into a diverse pool of highly skilled students through our placement and internship programmes. Whether you're seeking short-term support or aiming to develop a future talent pipeline, partnering with us provides a cost-effective and hassle-free recruitment solution.

The Power of Student Placements

Bringing Queen’s Business School students into your organisation isn’t just about filling a temporary role—it’s about investing in fresh ideas, innovation, and long-term growth. Our students are equipped with the latest industry knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a drive to succeed, making them valuable assets to businesses across various sectors.

Key Benefits for Employers

• Access top talent early – Identify and nurture future full-time employees before they enter the competitive job market.
• Cost-effective hiring – Students bring skills and enthusiasm at a fraction of the cost of full-time employees.
• Fresh perspectives – Gain new insights and ideas from students trained in the latest business strategies and technologies.
• Flexible recruitment – Choose from short-term internships or year-long placements, tailored to your business needs.
• Hassle-free process – Our dedicated Careers and Work Placement Office simplifies the hiring process from start to finish.

Proven Success: The Numbers Speak for Themselves

Employers partnering with Queen’s Business School consistently see tangible benefits. Here’s why businesses continue to choose our students:

• Over 90% of employers reported that placement students made a positive impact on their business operations.
• 78% of organisations that hired a placement student offered them a graduate job after completion.
• More than 300 students successfully complete placements each year across diverse industries.
• The average recruitment cost of hiring a student intern is significantly lower than traditional hiring processes, making it a budget-friendly option.

Seamless and Cost-Effective Recruitment

One of the biggest advantages of hiring a placement or internship is the ease of recruitment. We understand that businesses are busy, so we make the process simple and efficient:

1. Consultation & Role Definition – We help you define the role based on your needs.
2. Free Job Advertising – Your role is promoted to a targeted pool of skilled students.
3. Candidate Shortlisting – We assist in managing applications, saving you valuable time.
4. Interview Coordination – Our Careers and Work Placement Office schedules interviews at your convenience.
5. Onboarding Support – We provide guidance on how to integrate students into your organisation smoothly.

Our streamlined process ensures you spend less time recruiting and more time benefiting from the fresh talent and innovative thinking our students bring.

Real Success Stories

Bebhinn Elliott-Murphy - BSc Business Management student

Placement: The Walt Disney Company, London

Bebhinn was accepted onto The Disney placement programme gaining hands-on experience. Her role allowed the application of university knowledge in a fast-paced environment with no two days the same.

“You’re not going to be working on the same thing every week which I love because you’re continuously learning new skills.”

 

Julie Moore, Operations Director, Vanrath

Vanrath took on their first placement student in 2023, Maeve O’Keefe, who worked in the operations team providing support to the team. The placement was so successful Maeve accepted a part time role for her final year of studies. Julie Moore commented,

“If another business or organisation asked if we would recommend taking a placement student I would say absolutely. It’s given us such great support.”

 

Clare Guiness, CEO, Belfast Chamber

Belfast Chamber recruited an intern for 12 weeks to assist with a project that would have otherwise had been outsourced to a consultancy organisation. Clare believed it was a fantastic experience for both the Chamber and student, adding,

“I think the internship programme is a great idea helping not only companies, but individuals develop themselves. We are blessed to have such a brilliant institution on our doorstep like Queen’s Business School and to think we would not use it to help our businesses would seem nonsensical.”

Industry Connections & Trusted by Leading Employers

Our students have secured placements in top organisations, including:

• Aviva
• BDO
• Citi
• Deloitte
• Disney
• EY
• Goldman Sachs
• KPMG
• Microsoft
• PwC
• Many more

Businesses of all sizes—from multinational corporations to growing SMEs—benefit from hiring Queen’s Business School students. Our employer partners consistently highlight how placements have boosted productivity, enhanced innovation, and led to long-term recruitment success.

A Strategic Investment in the Future

Hiring a student isn’t just a short-term fix—it’s a long-term investment in your company’s future. Many of our employer partners find that placements serve as a low-risk trial period for identifying potential full-time employees. Since 78% of our placement students receive graduate job offers, this proves to be an effective recruitment strategy.

Get Involved Today!

Recruiting a placement student is a smart, strategic, and cost-effective way to drive innovation and strengthen your workforce. Whether you need support in finance, marketing, business strategy, or risk management, Queen’s Business School has the right talent for you.

Get in touch today to discuss how a placement student could benefit your business, click here to learn more and sign up. 

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