The Placement Pilot online course
Your ambition.
Your strategy.
Your next step.
Build your application strategy with practical actions and useful preparation resources for tests, interviews and assessment centres.
Launching soon. Enrolment is not yet open.
THE APPLICATION STRATEGY COURSEBuild your
Build your
next chapter.
Six core areas. One connected approach.
Designed forUK students
FocusInternships & placement years
Current statusCourse in development
The planned curriculum
A plan for
every stage.
Explore six areas of actionable strategy. Each module helps you decide what to do next and where to find useful preparation resources.
01Introduction
Understand the application journey and establish a starting point for your preparation.
- Identify your goals for industry experience.
- Understand how the main selection stages fit together.
- Reflect on the experience and strengths you already bring.
02Maximising probability
Develop a deliberate approach to choosing opportunities and allocating your effort.
- Consider fit, eligibility and application requirements.
- Prioritise your time across opportunities.
- Build an organised application plan.
03Test preparation
Build a focused preparation strategy and learn where to find resources relevant to your application tests.
- Identify the test provider and check its preparation guidance.
- Find useful practice resources for the format you expect.
- Prioritise your preparation time and learn from practice.
04Interview strategy
Use actionable interview strategies to research opportunities, prepare examples and practise communicating your experience.
- Research the role and select relevant examples from your experience.
- Use practical frameworks to structure clear, authentic answers.
- Find useful preparation resources and build a purposeful practice routine.
05Assessment centre strategy
Develop actionable strategies for preparing for an assessment centre and contributing with purpose.
- Use the employer's event guidance to plan your preparation.
- Find useful resources for the activities you expect.
- Plan how to manage your time, collaborate and communicate your thinking.
06Effective execution
Turn preparation into consistent, purposeful action.
- Organise next steps and application deadlines.
- Build a preparation routine you can sustain.
- Learn from each application and refine your approach.
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Meet the founder
Created by Daniel Collins.
A First Class MEng graduate sharing strategies developed through his own internship applications, interviews and assessment centres.
Read Daniel's storyBefore you begin
A little more
about the course.
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When does the course launch?
The course is being prepared and a launch date has not yet been announced. Join the launch list to ask for updates as details are confirmed.
What will the course cost?
Pricing and access options will be confirmed before enrolment opens. Universities and colleges can contact Daniel to discuss their students' needs.
How long will I have access?
The access period, expected study time and delivery arrangements will be clearly stated before you enrol.
Does the course cover every test and exercise?
No. The focus is on actionable preparation strategies and where to find useful resources for tests, interviews and assessment centres. Formats vary by employer and provider, so use their current guidance to shape your preparation.
Will it guarantee me an internship?
No course can guarantee an employer's decision. Placement Pilot focuses on helping you develop your approach, prepare effectively and explain your experience.