Module 1

Module 1: Company research (pre-experience preparation)

Students are encouraged to research the host employer to find out key information. It is suggested that this module is the starting point of the employer encounter and can be used to enhance existing pre-experience preparation.

Location

School/ College/ Home

Suggested duration

  • Activity 1: 30 minutes - 1 hour

Employer outcomes

  • Students are engaged before the placement
  • Students have some insight into company

Student outcomes

  • Increased awareness of host employer
  • Experience in conducting research

Educator outcomes

  • Facilitator’s guide
  • Student resource pack
  • Access to IT/ internet

Student resources

  • Activity resource pack
  • Access to IT/ internet

Educator resources

  • Facilitator’s guide
  • Student resource pack
  • Access to IT/ internet

Additional resources

  • Our Region Your Future – useful resource to highlight key sectors in North East

    *It is suggested that this module is facilitated by educators as this is a pre-experience preparation module, intended to be delivered before students meet the employer

Resources

Facilitator's Guide

Follow this guide to facilitate the delivery of this module with young people.

Download the guide

Student Resource Pack

Downloadable or printable activities and supporting module resources.

Download the pack