Depending on the level of the placement, you can undoubtedly try to “negotiate” the following points with the company. You are not in a position to impose your wishes, but it may be necessary to clarify certain points.
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Technical aspects
- Subject of the placement or assignment, or a job description
- Resources provided (office, computer, databases, etc.)
- Prerequisites: scientific, technical (software used and working languages) and behavioural (teamwork, etc.)
- Skill sets to learn and expected results
- Length of the placement, work hours, workload, days off, possible incorporation of production of your placement report
- Supervision from your corporate advisor and your academic advisor, their respective roles, interim reports (number and frequency), final evaluations and their incorporation into the university’s evaluation system
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Logistical aspects
- Any compensation or stipend
- Benefits in kind (transportation, cafeteria, housing allowance, etc.)
- Your status at the company (internal rules, special holidays, etc.)