Rewards Application Advice

• General Rewards Advice
• You can apply for as many rewards as you have points for – we recommend that you apply for at least four internships and four different types of rewards!
• We only redeem points upon a successful application – Meaning you can apply for as many rewards as you have points for.
• Points will roll over if not used.
• We strongly recommend that you apply for at least one ‘non-work’ based reward. All rewards will benefit your employability.
• Please read each opportunity carefully. Not all will include travel costs. Some will have specific requirements.
• We cannot guarantee all students will be rewarded, but we will aspire to help you where we can.
•  All dates are subject to change and some c companies may be flexible on dates required for the candidate.
• You can apply if you are a Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Postgraduate Research, EU, or international student. Please check the opportunity carefully as some restrictions may apply. 

Applications – What are we looking for?

• Treat this opportunity as a job application. Answer the application questions with the same level of detail as you would a full time job. This will help with the shortlisting process and your answers will shared with the employers.
• Research the company and the role you are applying for.
• Proof read your application – check spelling, grammar and punctation. 
• If you need help with applying, book a quick advice appointment with the CES team.
• Check out our video on how to apply for internships, project placements, and work experience.

Interview Process

• If you are invited to attend an interview, you must dress appropriately (even if it is a video interview). Please ask us for advice if you are worried about this.
• If you are offered an internship or project placement, please ensure an employment contract is established between you and the company. If you are concerned about this, please contact the team.
• Ask when the reward will start and end, if a date has not been confirmed.
• Do you need any reasonable adjustments ahead of the interview? Please let us know.
• If you need help with interviewing, book a quick advice appointment with the CES team.
• If you need support ahead of the interview, please contact careerhelp@kent.ac.uk or the EP team.

During the Reward

• It is your responsibility to arrange accommodation and travel during the reward.
• Ensure you dress and act appropriately during the reward.
• A member of the EP team may undertake a visit to see how things are going on during work based rewards. The team may ask to take photos for marketing purposes.