WMGI graduate jobs

WMGI careers and training scheme

The West Midlands Graduate Internships Scheme (WMGI) matches unemployed graduates with West Midlands based employers who can offer an internship. Designed to help tackle the effects of the economic downturn in the region, the scheme is a proactive collaboration between Advantage West Midlands, regional universities and Jobcentre Plus.

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The Company

The West Midlands Graduate Internships Scheme (WMGI) matches unemployed graduates with West Midlands based employers who can offer an internship. Designed to help tackle the effects of the economic downturn in the region, the scheme is a proactive collaboration between Advantage West Midlands, regional universities and Jobcentre Plus.

The West Midlands Graduate Internships are unpaid and can last between 4 weeks and 6 months, and should be graduate level work for a maximum of 30 hours a week. The remainder of that time enables the graduate to search for paid work and attend fortnightly signing on/training sessions with Job Centre Plus.

The WMGI Scheme is supported by Jobcentre Plus who provide employment training and advice on claiming Job Seekers Allowance, travel and childcare costs (assessed on an individual basis) whilst the graduate is undertaking their placement.

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Live Jobs

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Training & Profiles

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Case Studies

Name: Thom

I’m very pleased with what I’ve achieved in a short timescale. I have learnt to use and produce work on new software programs & my organisational skills are really developing.. I’ve settled well into the team & everyone is very nice and supportive.

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Name: Louise

The Internship is giving me valuable work experience & the opportunity to interact with people I wouldn’t normally come into contact with. An example of this is that I’ve had the opportunity to attend as minute taker for the Port Vale Steering Committee, consisting of members from UNITE & the C.W.U. I am also doing learning diary as agreed with my employer, which is helping me to reflect on my achievements.

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Name: Ken

I’m gaining real world experience in an IT company - working on small, fast paced development projects. I’m also working on concurrent projects & managing my time across these.

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Information & FAQ

What is the purpose of this scheme?

The WMGI has been created to help retain graduate talent and stimulate graduate level vacancies throughout the region during this difficult economic period. Employers are being provided with a unique opportunity to access graduate level skills that will make them stronger in the downturn and better placed to meet the upturn when it comes.

Why was the West Midlands Graduate Internship created?

The scheme has been created to help tackle the effect of the economic downturn on the region's employers and graduates. By creating valuable work experience placements we are ensuring that we both retain talent in the region and support business into the upturn.

What are the benefits for a graduate?

Graduates benefit from the support of Job Centre Plus and will gain valuable work experience, which will enhance their employability in the long term.

What are the entry requirements for a graduate?

The individual must be a graduate and have a West Midlands address.

Is the scheme open only to 2009 graduates?

No, it's open to all graduates with a West Midlands address.

How will you match an employer and graduate?

We will look at the qualifications, skills and previous experience of the graduate and the requirements of the employer and match accordingly.

How does a graduate apply for an internship?

Apply at www.wmgi.co.uk and complete the online application form. Alternatively visit your local Job Centre Plus or contact a participating University Career Service.

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