Reviews
Reviews from Placement Year International's interns around the world.
Wannie Short – Hospitality in Thailand
"My colleagues are polite and helpful and encouraging" - Wannie Short, Falmouth University. Wannie is studying Sustainable Tourism at Falmouth University and joined us for a Hospitality placement in Thailand, in 2025-26. Before the trip What are you studying?...
Lily Cawdell – Teaching in Australia
"I can’t even imagine my life without having this amazing opportunity" - Lily Cawdell, Loughborough University. Lily is studying Sociology at Loughborough University, and joined us for a Teaching placement in Australia, in 2025-26. Before the trip What's your...
Susmita Tamang – Hospitality placement in the UK
"I’ve gained confidence in communicating with colleagues and understanding guest expectations." - Susmita Tamang, University College Birmingham (UCB). Susmita studies International Tourism Management at UCB and joined us for a Hospitality placement in the UK, for...
Abbie Hartley – Short-term placement in Australia
"I took an active role in weekly team meetings, contributing to discussions on website development and future plans." - Abbie Hartley, Manchester Metropolitan University. Abbie studies International Hospitality Business Management at Manchester Metropolitan...
Louisa Masilela – Australia Virtual internship
"I had the opportunity to contribute to the company's digital marketing and brand initiatives" - Louisa Masilela, Southern New Hampshire University. Louisa studied Business Administration at Southern New Hampshire University and joined us for a Virtual Internship...
New destination: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Placement Year International launches Dubai as a new destination for hospitality placements Placement Year International is delighted to announce the launch of our brand-new destination for hospitality placements; Dubai, United Arab Emirates From world-class luxury...
Junessa Ongto – Hospitality placement in the UK
"It’s made me more independent, confident, and better prepared for my future career." - Junessa Ongto, University College Birmingham. Junessa is studying BSc (Hons) Tourism Management University College Birmingham, and joined us for a Hospitality placement in the...
Ben Clayton – Sports placement in Australia
"It feels so smooth and easy to get the placement in the place you want." - Ben Clayton, University of Bath. Ben is studying BSc (Hons) Sport Management and Coaching at University of Bath, and joined us for a Sports placement in Australia, in 2024-25. Before the...
Abigail Bailey – Sports placement in Australia
"It will give me experience in real life jobs and help me to decide what I want to do in the future." - Abigail Bailey, Loughborough University. Abi is studying Sport & Exercise Psychology at Loughborough University, and joined us for a Sports placement in...
Yllza Kelmendi – Summer Hospitality placement in the UK
"I wanted to do something different for the summer season" - Yllza Kelmendi, University of Glasgow. Yllza is studying Sustainability, Institutions and Management at University of Glasgow, and joined us for a Summer Hospitality placement in the UK, in summer 2024. ...
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Nepal Business, Jan 2022
"Did a great job at finding me a placement in my chosen country and in my chosen field - especially given the difficulties of Covid and restricted travel."
Harry Moore, Loughborough University
"I always wanted to work in the UK as it has a rich culture. I have expanded my global connections. You were very helpful and informative."
Charmian Chang, University of Surrey
"I improved my communication, confidence, team work skills. Placement Year International is highly professional and organised. The communication and assistance was great, even after everything was sorted out with contracts!"
Feruza Shakir, University of Huddersfield
"It is a great established company with a lovely director who is very engaging to interns. I will recommend for my fellow Bournemouth University students."
Mei Smith, Bournemouth University
"I definitely enjoyed my placement in Nepal and the process for applying was made very easy by the team at Placement Year International."
Sam Galloway, University of Glasgow