This work placement offers an introduction to real-life translation situations in the setting of a Language Service Provider (LSP). It constitutes a structured period of work-based learning which has been shown to help postgraduate students develop a wide range of generic work-related skills such as problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking, team working, communication skills, personal development skills, planning, and organizational skills, etc. In addition, students are given the opportunity to develop their professional competence as translators (and by extension as proof-readers, revisers, editors, project managers, etc.) in a working environment, benefiting from mentoring and support from experienced professionals. Students are available for up to 100 hours starting early January 2024 – May 2025. Unpaid for credit experience. Honorariums and Stipends welcome.  IMPORTANT: TIMELINE INFORMATION  Please mind that May 15th is the latest time when a project can start.   Students are available for up to 150 hours starting late January – May 2025.

Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from London Metropolitan University to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main project over the length of the academic semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Learners in this program/experience will analyse the business offer and contrast it with that of the competition, with a view to developing your value proposition. Any current issue presented by the selected business will be evaluated in the light of the broader picture of the business model. The value proposition can be based on existing market or consider potential other target markets. Students can review current business issues in the light of the bigger picture, seek views of current or potential customers and provide advice on the way forward.

Project Summary:  Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on intermediate level learners from London Metropolitan University to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work individually, and dedicate up to 70 hours of placement time over the course of 3 months, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Students are capable of completing Project work independently, and will require direction and moderate supervision. Learners in this program come from a variety of different areas, including: BSc Computing BSc Digital Forensics and Cyber Security BSc Computer Networking and Cyber Security BSc Computer Science What can our learners do for your company? Learners have a broad range of skills and capabilities in multiple areas related to computing, engineering and security systems, and we will work closely with your company to provide a student that fulfils your needs. Students will work with your company to complete allocated tasks, based on the needs of your company. They can also work on independent projects and provide any code worked on throughout the Placement.

This work placement offers an introduction to real-life translation situations in the setting of a Language Service Provider (LSP). It constitutes a structured period of work-based learning which has been shown to help postgraduate students develop a wide range of generic work-related skills such as problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking, team working, communication skills, personal development skills, planning, and organizational skills, etc. In addition, students are given the opportunity to develop their professional competence as translators (and by extension as proof-readers, revisers, editors, project managers, etc.) in a working environment, benefiting from mentoring and support from experienced professionals. Students are available for up to 100 hours starting early January 2024 – June 2024. Unpaid for credit experience. Honorariums and Stipends welcome.  IMPORTANT: TIMELINE INFORMATION  Please mind that May 15th is the latest time when a project can start.   Students are available for up to 100 hours starting early January 2024 – June 2024.