Construction students from across the world gathered online in March for CIOB’s annual Student Festival.
The festival, now in its third year, aims to help students build upon their competence, confidence and knowledge of the built environment sector, develop skills and take away tips to succeed in their career.
The two-day event was attended by more than 100 people from 25 countries. They heard from speakers including CIOB’s CEO Caroline Gumble and director of education and standards Rosalind Thorpe, as well as academics, experts and members of CIOB’s Tomorrow’s Leaders community.
Topics ranged from degree apprenticeships to project management and wellbeing and inclusivity. Attendees also received advice on dissertations, job interviews and developing their own personal brand – and had the opportunity to join in with an employability workshop.
Tadiwa Taimu, a student at the University of Cape Town, attended the event: “I gained a widened understanding of the built environment and construction industry from the CIOB Student Festival.
“I enjoyed the fact that there was an array of global perspectives from industry professionals, educators, and lots more. The wealth of knowledge is undeniable and such an asset for students. I would definitely recommend this to my peers.”
Content from the festival is now available at https://tinyurl.com/yckjdruc.
