Offering unpaid internships? You could be breaking the law
Employers could be breaking the law if they continue to offer unpaid internships, experts have warned. more»
Internships
These founders have launched the UK’s first virtual internship business
Virtual Internship Partners offers students and graduates the chance to gain invaluable CV-boosting work experience anywhere in the world from the comfort of their own home via virtual working. more»
Small business owners clash over ethics of unpaid internships
After a recent survey found that UK citizens overwhelmingly support a ban on unpaid internships, we consulted a panel of employers to see where they stand in the debate. more»
British public overwhelmingly backs end to unpaid internships
Almost three-quarters of UK citizens support the introduction of a ban on unpaid internships lasting over four weeks, according to new survey findings. more»
Hiring an intern: Everything a small business owner needs to know
Recruitment expert Margaret Keane looks at what a business owner must consider before bringing an intern into a working environment. more»
Should you ever work for free as a small business owner?
As a majority of freelancers claim to have offered companies their services without payment, our expert answers the question: should you ever work for free? more»
Should you be thinking about getting an intern?
A micro business is stretched at the best of times, so the idea of bringing aboard a brand new intern into your day-to-day runnings may seem counterintuitive. Here's why they can be a fresh and dynamic option – that could bring longer-lasting benefits to your business than you'd previously thought possible. more»
