"Probably the best experience I have had all year. [I] felt extremely validated in my skills, and it greatly helped my professional development."
Students
What can Conference Connection do for you?
Are you looking to go into postgraduate study? Are you considering joining an industry after you graduate? Are you not sure yet? Conference Connection can help you answer these questions. We want to give you opportunities to decide for yourself what you want to do in the future.
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Students will be expected to volunteer over the week, assisting with the set-up and running of conference events. We want to give students valuable hands-on experience; responsibilities may include working with artists, helping with IT, and providing assistance to conference attendees. Whilst we expect students to be enthusiastic volunteers, we are equally committed to providing them with opportunities to attend conference events, network, and take part in activities.
Eligibility
​Be an undergraduate student at a UK university.
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Be registered as a home student on a full-time 3-year course (or 4-year course including a placement year).
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​Have an interest in postgraduate study, industry work, or entrepreneurship.
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Identify as belonging to any of the following: ethnic minority groups, low socio-economic backgrounds, those with disabilities, mature students, estranged students, those with caregiving responsibilities (including student parents), forced migrants, members of Traveller communities, students from military families, LGBTQ+ individuals, and commuter students, though this list is not exhaustive.
How does it work?
Apply
If you're eligible, submit your CV and answer a couple of short essay questions.
Jan - March
Interview
Meet the conference organisers and tell them a little about yourself.
April - May
Attend
Pack your bags! Accommodation and travel will be arranged by the programme.
Summer
Benefits
Volunteering
Gain an exclusive opportunity to volunteer for exciting events. Develop your skills and build experience in teamwork, organisation, and leadership.
Travel
Explore somewhere new and immerse yourself in a change of scenery. Students have complete freedom to venture away from the conference in their free time and explore the surroundings.
Networking
Build connections with other students who share your interests and motivations. Meet professionals who are excited to share their expertise with you. Belong to a diverse community of likeminded people.
Access
Unlock new pathways that will level up your career. With removed barriers, you have a rare opportunity to learn from others and make connections to boost your future prospects.