Case Study: University of Leeds student gains hands-on corporate experience with FDM Group

University of Leeds student gains 7 months of corporate experience with FDM Group

The University of Leeds student Mara Leigh sought corporate work experience during a placement year to prepare for the competitive graduate job market. She joined vendor FDM Group as an Alumni Project Coordinator to gain hands-on experience in a people-centered, strategic role.

FDM Group provided the solution by placing the student in a role focused on alumni engagement. The results included the development of valuable project coordination and community management skills, alongside the foundational work for a new alumni mentoring program. The experience successfully equipped the student with the professional confidence and practical skills to secure a subsequent international development internship.

University of Leeds