FESTIVAL is taking place on 13th September and is designed to support our Bright Network members in exploring different career paths in various sectors, whilst introducing you to committed, inclusive employers. After the success of our previous Student Leadership Boards, we are delighted to announce that we're once again looking to collaborate with a group of 10 bright and ambitious students passionate about upgrading their skillset and empowering other students.
By joining the Student Leadership Board, you'll take an elevated role in the run up to the event as well as on the day during the networking to help maximise the benefits of the event for yourself and other members.
It's a great opportunity to enhance your CV with valuable skills – leadership, communication, marketing, and networking.
Why should you apply?
Receive 1:1 mentoring with our marketing/event delivery team and play a leading role in growing the Bright Network FESTIVAL community.
Receive a personal certificate of participation and LinkedIn endorsement for the Student Leadership Board
Free CV review with personalised feedback
Gain early access to the event as the first members to speak with the 90+ clients in attendance
Guaranteed access to one session (panel or skills session) on the day of FESTIVAL of your choice!
What will the role involve?
As a Student Leadership Board member, you will be taking a more influential role before and at the event. Your core responsibilities will be:
In advance
Attending one virtual pre-event meeting with the Event Marketing and Event Delivery lead for Bright Network FESTIVAL
Keeping attendees warm through our online community – Guild. Find out more about Guild here
Support with spreading the word about Bright Network FESTIVAL at your university, societies and posting on social media
Working together with the event marketing lead to refer students to sign up to the events
Sending in a short, 100-word, third-person biography and photo that will be displayed on screen at the event and included in the digital programme that will be accessible to all attendees and employers
Support with event set up at QEII Centre on Thursday, 12th September ((You will need to be available on Thursday 12th September to join us at London’s QEII from 9am - 6pm)
Attending a training session on Thursday, 12th September
On the day
Support final set-up for the event from 7am-11am
Attend a briefing with the Bright Network team on the day of the event
Help the team with live social media content on the day of the event
Deliver a rapid fire session of your choice to our members
Help manage registrations, assist with logistics and welcome attendees and partner firm representatives
Lead networking and guide fellow attendees to have productive conversations with partner firms
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for the FESTIVAL Student Leadership Board to be made up of people who:
Are motivated and enthusiastic about maximising the event's impact for employers and students
Are confident to take on a leadership role during the event
Have successfully applied and received an offer to attend the in-person event
Have familiarity with social media promotion. This would be a bonus but not essential
How to apply:
To apply to become a member of the FESTIVAL Student Leadership Board, click the Apply Now button at the top of the page and complete the application form by 26h of July. There are only 10 spaces on the board and it is reviewed on a first come, first served basis. We recommend you apply as early as possible - the sooner you apply, the sooner you will be on the board and start making an impact!
We look forward to receiving your application soon!