Student tip: “Think about ways to minimise the cost incurred by you – it is sometimes possible to choose somewhere nearby to decrease mileage costs and always take a packed lunch”
- I thought I would be able to earn money in the holidays and now I’m not going to have time. How do I choose a placement that will definitely pay me?
- Unfortunately you can’t. A small number of placements might pay students, but you definitely can’t expect it – you’re there to learn
- Remember it takes time for them to teach you and time costs money
- If you enjoy a placement let them know that if they ever need help you would be happy to work for them
- This should be in addition to EMS – it may not provide you with the balance of livestock and experiences you need
- Talk to your university if you are really struggling financially – they may have an access fund for students in your position
- Unfortunately you can’t. A small number of placements might pay students, but you definitely can’t expect it – you’re there to learn
“If we had to pay students we would expect much more from them – we’d just get someone with experience”
Quote from a placement provider.