University Clubs Office

Lasting Impressions

I have a much better understanding of what equity research entails. Streater Research adopts a

long-term research approach, which is in line with my career ambitions. The opportunity to

work in the energy sector allowed me to utilise my STEM knowledge. I believe, going forward,

equity research specialising in the energy sector would be well-suited for me.

BA Biomedical Sciences, Second Year Undergraduate, remote working

Work Projects

The Clubs Office supports prospective and existing

University student non-sport clubs, societies and

publications (hereafter referred to as clubs) registered

by the Proctors. Through registration, clubs can gain

official affiliation with the University and be eligible

for certain type of benefits (use of the University

name, access to free support services and financial grants). At present, applications from

prospective clubs are accepted and processed throughout the year. Some brief research has

demonstrated that registration of new student clubs in other Universities within the HE sector

tend to receive much more scrutiny to ensure that any new activities can benefit wider student population and/or community and can be appropriately supported and risk managed.

My job was to consult Student Unions of Russell Group Universities and conduct research into

the conditions of new registrations and re-registrations of clubs, societies and publications at

other Universities in order to develop best practice guidance within this area. I presented my

results in a report which will be used to advance a review of the current registration process

and recommend changes, as appropriate. I received one to one support from my supervisor

having regular Teams meetings to discuss my project and provide guidance on the next steps of

my project. I split the project up into the data collection phase (collecting data into excel) and

the analysis and report phase where I analysed the results for my report.

Daily Life

I worked remotely which meant I did find it more difficult to stick to a rigid time schedule

however it meant that I could be more flexible working 8-4 for example instead of 9-5 if I

wanted to. I liked having the meetings in the mornings because it meant I could feel confident

about what I needed to do that day (and the following day). I managed by having regular

contact with my supervisor in form of teams meeting and emails. I liked to try and finish on

time each day and spend time with my friends and be outside to enjoy the weather in the

evenings to unwind.

Lasting Impressions

I really enjoyed my time as an intern. I feel that I was

given a good amount of responsibility whilst still feeling

supported. I have improved my time management skills

having to organise my own time in order to meet

deadlines and it has helped me realise what I would

and would not like to pursue in the future. Whilst this is not a career sector I’m looking to pursue I am still pleased that I got the exposure to a new area and work with different people

as it helped improve my confidence and communication skills which will be useful in whatever I

choose to do.

Zoe Oldfield, St. Catherine’s College, MSc Cognitive and Evolutionary

Anthropology, remote working

Work Projects

I was required to analyse funding data for non-sports societies from the Clubs Office annual

reports. I was required to research grant application processes and funding allotments for nonsports societies at Russell Group universities I was required to produce a report/documentation

of my findings.