Why Hosting a Work Placement Student Is Good for Your Business
Hosting a work placement student is a simple way to support local young people while also benefiting your business.
Students bring fresh energy, curiosity and enthusiasm into the workplace. For many, it’s their first real experience of work — and that excitement can be contagious, lifting team morale and engagement.
Build Your Future Workforce
Work placements allow businesses to introduce young people to their industry early. It’s a genuine “try before you hire” opportunity, helping you identify future employees, apprentices or trainees without the pressure of recruitment.
Many employers find that students who complete a placement return later as confident, work-ready staff.
Grow Leadership Skills in Your Team
Hosting a student also benefits your existing staff. Supervising or mentoring a student gives team members the chance to build leadership, communication and confidence in a supported, low-risk way. These skills strengthen your team long after the placement ends.
Low Risk, High Impact
Placements are short-term, students are unpaid, and there is no obligation to offer ongoing work. With support provided throughout the process, hosting is easy and flexible for businesses of all sizes.
Make a Real Difference
For a student, a week in your workplace can build confidence, clarify career goals and open doors to future opportunities. For your business, it’s a small time commitment that can deliver long-term benefits — from future staff to stronger leadership within your team.
Ready to Get Involved?
If you’d like to support local young people, strengthen your workforce and give back to your community, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Register your interest to become a host employer today
📞 Contact COMPACT to find out how easy it is to host a work placement student.
