WRL Lesson Plans / KS4 - Work Experience Resources - guidance and workbook / Work Experience Activity 2 - Work Experience Diary

What do I want to achieve from my work placement?

Number the list below 1-8, with 1 being most important to you, and 8 as the least important.

- I want to find out if I am interested in working for this kind of company
- I want to build my skills profile
- I want to make contacts in this particular industry
- I want to add practical experience to my CV
- I want to understand how a business works
- I want to have fun
- I want to consider future opportunities
- I want to get a job!

What kind of business will I be working in?

Name of business:
What does the business do?
Business phone number:
Contact name of person at business who will be responsible for you:
Contact name job title:
Hours of work:

Things to think about

How am I going to get to the placement (i.e. walk, take the bus, or a lift)?
What time do I need to leave home to get to the placement on time?
How much will transport cost?
Research the company by using the Internet or their marketing materials.
Do my parents/guardians know where I am going and what I am doing?