‘Work Insights’ – Your window into work with Coventry Building Society

Experience overview

*This programme is on-demand, so you can start right away!*

Who is Coventry Building Society? Where could I work? How do I network with professionals and what can help me stand out? To help build your understanding of these areas and more, Springpod and Coventry Building Society have partnered up to bring you a fantastic programme that’ll provide you with valuable insight into the world of work, opportunities available to you and ways to to stand out.

What’s included?

This programme will cover everything from an introduction to Coventry Building Society and the world of work, to curating your personal brand and content from their BITC award winning ‘Employability Skills’ programme. You’ll have the chance to take part in some great quizzes and amazing activities, and you’ll even have the chance to learn leading industry experts along the way!

Students in year 10 and above are welcome to apply

Certificate of completion

Approximately 10 hours to complete

Complete at a pace that suits you

Introduction to Coventry Building Society

From an overview of the organisation's purpose, beliefs, and core values, to what it’s like working there, this module will provide you with a thorough introduction to Coventry Building Society.

Working at Coventry Building Society: Departments

Working at Coventry Building Society: Careers

Once you’ve learnt more about departments at Coventry Building Society, this module will build your awareness of the careers and opportunities you could pursue with the organisation. From information about career programmes, internships, apprenticeships, and graduate programmes, to a series of ‘career spotlights’, you’ll round up the module with a work-related activity to help you experience what it could be like working in a certain job role.

The World of Work

Personal Brand & Networking

A to Z of Super Confidence, Vision Boards & Goal Setting

CVs, Interviews & the Recruitment Process

Employability & Workplace Behaviours

Available dates

To ensure that you get the very best experience, the number of places on each programme is limited. Apply soon to avoid missing your place. Good luck!

April

2023

Programme dates: 1st April - 31st August

Application deadline: 31st August

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What students say

“Taking a part in this programme was a dream come true for me. I appreciate everyone's time to create this course and run it as smoothly as possible. The information which I received and learned was incredibly useful.e. Again, I really appreciate everyone's time and I am looking forward to taking part in other courses powered by Springpod, because it was worth my time and it was my pleasure. Thank you!”

Adam

“Thank you so much for putting your effort and time into this programme. You are helping to shape the future of this generation... the generation which are going to carry the future of the workforce on their shoulders'. Being able to talk about your personal careers in this industry and different ways to follow in your footsteps has inspired me so much. I am a dedicated, disciplined student but I have always felt very unsure about how to actually get a job (aside from the qualifications and education necessary). I already believed in myself, but you've all helped to make sure that I KNOW I can do it. Thank you so much :))”

Lucienne

“I wanted to say that I really appreciate all the time and work that you have put into organising this programme as well as choosing the activities, taking the time for the webinars and informing us students of early careers as well as what you do as a company in many different sectors. This has been so helpful and I couldn't be more glad that I was able to participate. It has been truly fun! Thank you very much to all those who were part of making this programme.”

Ornella

“I would like to thank you sincerely for giving me the opportunity to participate in such an interactive and relevant work experience in my area of interest. Especially as a result of the pandemic, the ability to find and partake in any form of work experience has been few and far between, let alone one that has been as informative and useful as this, so it has been a great experience overall. I look forward to any future virtual or even in-person work experience offered by Springpod, as I will certainly be applying for it.”

Dillon

FAQs

Student questions

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

When will the programme take place and does it have to be completed in one go?

You’ll be accessing the programme on demand. This allows you the freedom to complete the modules any time to suit you within the termly programme dates, either at home or at school. All module content will be available for you to work through at your own pace, and you don’t have to complete it in one go. This also allows schools to fit the programme modules into a work experience week, ‘Futures’ week, PSHE or tutor time at school if you want students to take part as a bulk student cohort.

What does the application process involve?

Applying for a place is simple. If you’re applying as an individual student, you’ll need to provide your full name and email address, set up a password, confirm you’re over the age of 13 and agree to our terms and conditions. If you’re a school or college wanting to apply for a bulk student cohort to take part get in touch with our schools and colleges lead Jo Bishop at jo.bishop@springpod.com.

If I’m successful in my application, how do I access the programme?

Do you have to want to work in financial services to take part?

The programme is not just aimed at those aspiring to a career in financial services and showcases a wide range of careers and career pathways available within our organisation that you may not expect to find. Coventry Building Society have developed it as a part of the company’s secondary school outreach and wider ‘Better Futures’ community programme. Together, we’ve worked hard to ensure that whilst learning about Coventry Building Society, you will also develop non-career specific life skills and work readiness, making it therefore relevant to all students and career aspirations.

What do you expect from participating students and why should I take part?

We know that gaining credible work experience can be tough for young people and we want to help. Volunteering to take part in this programme shows self-initiative and drive, both of which are hugely attractive attributes to future employers, and to higher education providers. You don’t have to be the most confident, or the most academically gifted to take part. We just need you to be willing to get actively involved in the content and we’d strongly encourage you to complete all the modules included so that you receive a certificate of competition. Doing this will not only mean you gain maximum benefit from the programme, but it’ll also allow you to add onto your CV that you’ve taken part. A win win!

Feedback we’ve received from students who’ve already taken part is that the programme increased:

Understanding of the different pathways into the world of work
Confidence in speaking or networking with industry professionals
Understanding of different careers in financial services
Understanding of what working life is like at a purpose-led employer

Is there a cost to take part?

Ready to find out if this is right for you?