Francesca Topp, Laing O’Rourke

Francesca took part in a week’s work experience Fran Toppwith Laing O’Rourke in June 2016, with the aim of finding out what it is like to work on a construction site as an engineer. She answered the following questions before completing her placement:

Chosen specialism at UTC Oxfordshire: Engineering and Maths

What was involved in the application process for your work experience placement? “I filled out an application form through the school and also sent my CV across to the company.”

What kind of work do you expect to be doing throughout your work experience placement? “I am expecting to take part in some digital engineering projects, and also work on site on the Oxford Westgate development project.”

What are you looking forward to most about your work experience? “Being able to find out what Laing O’Rourke is like as a company and how they operate. Also learning more about digital engineering and what it is like to work on a construction site as an engineer.”

Do you feel studying at UTC Oxfordshire has helped you with securing your work experience placement? “Definitely as I filled out the form through college.”

What do you hope to do after you leave UTC Oxfordshire? “I hope to get an apprenticeship, and I am currently considering for applying for one at Laing O’Rourke.”