I have learnt so much about the property industry on my week here.

Clowes Developments were on my radar when school first mentioned the upcoming opportunity for students to proactively secure a work experience placement. As a keen Derby County fan and someone with an eye on what’s happening within my home city, Clowes was a first choice for me. Their portfolio of developments and assets are fascinating, and I have learnt so much about the property industry on my week here.

My week with Clowes has shown me how quickly things move in the “big shed” and logistics industry. I have enjoyed the variety of working in the office and being out on site. During my time in the marketing department, I was tasked with coming up with ideas for road names for a new development in Kibworth, Leicestershire. I researched the local area looking at local wildlife, habitats and history to kick start the thought process. I was also taken to a practical completion of an impressive 342,000 sq ft facility at East Midlands Distribution Centre, it was interesting learning about the process of planning the unit to it then being developed and completed.

I spent some time with Tom, a surveyor within the Land & Planning department and he gave me an insight into his role within the company. He talked me through his route into the industry and he took me into Derby to show me the various sites that they own, including the iconic Friar Gate Goods Yard.

I received a wide overview of the different roles and responsibilities within Clowes which has helped me start to think about my own career and what opportunities are available. The most enjoyable part of my time at experience at Clowes was visiting the different sites and watching the planning, delivery, and execution processes which is why the job of a surveyor has interested me the most.

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