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An industrial year placement is often viewed as beneficial for securing a job after graduation, but it is not the only path to employment. Summer internships can serve as a viable alternative, especially if they are with reputable companies relevant to the student's career goals. Hiring managers prioritize practical experience and insights into a candidate's work ethic over the length of experience. A short internship can provide valuable references and demonstrate skills effectively, making it a strong substitute for a full industrial year. Overall, while an industrial placement is advantageous, relevant internships can significantly enhance job prospects.
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I'm a computer science student in the UK. People are telling me that an industrial year placement is crucial for getting a job when you graduate. For various reasons I can't do an industrial year. What are my prospects like in terms of getting a job? I basically have nothing to add to my CV, would summer internships be a sufficient replacement for an industrial year?
 
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An internship is fine, particularly if it is at a company that you want to work for. As a hiring manager I am not going to care much about 1 year of experience in general. But if you have 3 months of experience with one of my colleagues internally and I can learn about your work ethic and behavior from them, then that is worth far more.
 

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