LIDL wins top work experience award
LIDL has won the Work Placement of the Year award for its work experience scheme that offers long-term placements for students under the age of 20.
The prize was presented by Apprentice finalist Ruth Badger at the National Council for Work Experience Awards held at Merchant Taylors’ Hall, London.
Mike Hill, chief executive of the Higher Education Careers Services Unit, which operates the NCWE said: “The emphasis on work experience has never been more prevalent and employers are increasingly valuing work experience in terms of the business benefits and the personal and academic development of the student.
He added: “LIDL excelled in its category, offering unique experiences that equip interns with invaluable knowledge of the supermarket sector.”
Emily Hickman, recruitment manager at LIDL said: “Our placement provides students with an overall taste of discount retailing, actively exposing them to the wide range of career opportunities available, from sales and distribution to head office and administration. Interns leave the business more confident, with transferable skills and experiences.
It’s great that our commitment has been recognised with an NCWE Award.”
