Student Journey Series: Discover Work Experience Opportunities
- Logan Human
- May 15
- 2 min read
Background Important note: When you submit the videos, please do not add any subtitles and music.
Format: Video
Length of video: 40–60 seconds
Platform: TikTok & Instagram Reels
Dimensions: 1080x1920 — Vertical video
Event Date: 27/05/2026
Headline: No work experience yet? Start here. Content:
Create a short, student-led video promoting Discover Work Experience Opportunities on 27 May 2026. Focus on the common student problem: wanting work experience but not knowing where to look or how to start. Show students searching for opportunities, using Handshake, making notes, or sharing why work experience matters.
Key messages to include:
Work experience helps students stand out to future employers.
This session can help students discover where to find opportunities.
Students can take practical steps towards securing experience.
You do not need to feel fully ready to start exploring.
Register via Handshake.
Suggested Hooks — Lead with a Thought or Question:
“No work experience yet? Start here.”
“Want work experience but have no idea what to apply for?”
“Waiting until you feel ready? This could help you start now.”
“The mistake I made was waiting too long to look for experience…”
“If you want experience but don’t know where to begin, watch this.”
🎥 What to Show + Filming Tips:
Capture a mix of:
Student scrolling through opportunities
Laptop or phone with Handshake
Notes app saying “work experience ideas”
Campus clips
Quick direct-to-camera explanation
Keep it fast-paced and focused on one useful takeaway.
Goal:
To encourage students to start exploring work experience opportunities and attend the session for practical support.
Alternative Video Ideas:
💼 “3 things I wish I knew before looking for work experience”
📱 “POV: you finally start searching for work experience”
⚠️ “The mistake I made was waiting too long”
✅ “Where to start if you have no work experience yet”
Please ensure your video is original, respects the privacy of others, and adheres to all applicable platform guidelines and university policies.
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