The YINI programme is a well-established scheme helping A ‘level students find work placements during their gap year. It is run by EDT (Engineering Development Trust) and is aimed mainly at engineering, science, IT and finance students. They have 300 partner companies who they work with who offer placements. About 25% of the students who participate are sponsored through university, many gaining holiday work and ultimately graduate positions.

Most placements start in August / September and finish in July / August of the following year but this can vary. Nine-month placements are also available.

The YINI Combo combines a 9/10-month placement with travel abroad with BUNAC, Coral Cay Conservation, Raleigh International or Projects Abroad. Students start work in August/September and finish in May/June before starting their travel.

Typically, you can earn from approximately £11,000 up to £17,000, dependent upon age, experience and company salary structure.

Vacancies for the individual positions are advertised on their website (www.etrust.org.uk) and application is on line. Positions are located throughout the UK.