At Croydon College, we’re committed to giving our students the best possible start in their careers — and you play a vital role in making that happen.
Our students are preparing to enter a wide range of industries, equipped with enthusiasm, ambition, and up-to-date knowledge. But to truly bridge the gap between education and employment, we need real-world input from employers like you.
By offering a work or industry placement, you’ll not only help develop the next generation of professionals — you’ll gain fresh perspectives, valuable support, and the opportunity to shape young talent to fit your sector’s needs.
Bringing a student into your team can provide unexpected benefits:
And we’ll support you every step of the way. Our dedicated Work Placement Team will match you with the right student and help you structure the placement to suit your business goals.
💼 We’ll help plan the timeline, objectives, and logistics – from start to finish.
If you’re ready to support a student’s learning journey while gaining an enthusiastic extra pair of hands, we’d love to hear from you.
Some of our students don’t require mandatory placements — but a short, focused 5-day placement can still make a big difference.
These placements are ideal for:
Not ready for a full placement? No problem! You can still inspire and influence students by getting involved in other ways:
| Opportunity | Time Commitment | Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Guest Talk | 1 hour | Share insights about your career, sector, or company. |
| Masterclass | 1–2 hours | Demonstrate a technique or tool relevant to your field — either in person or online. |
| Critical Friend Visit | 1–2 hours | Give students valuable feedback on their work. |
| Site Visit | 1–3 hours | Show students around your workplace — great for inspiring future talent. |
| Practical Taster | 1–3 hours | Let students try a real-world task at your site. |
| Virtual Sessions | 1 hour | Speak to students remotely via Microsoft Teams — all from your own premises. |
Whether you can offer a full placement or just an hour of your time, your input makes a real difference. Let’s work together to shape the skilled, confident workforce of tomorrow.
Email: WorkPlacements@croydon.ac.uk
Call us: 0208 760 5808
Let’s talk about how we can work together.
