The aims of Chapter One are to:
- Set up a network of libraries willing to host visits for Graduate Trainees. This is to ensure GTs are exposed to a range of library environments (e.g. public, legal, school, corporate) and to assist them in their preparation for their future career.
- Set up a social/support network for Graduate Trainees, to facilitate the sharing of learning, experiences and impressions of the library sector as well as to make new friends in their chosen industry. This could be developed through face-to-face contact and/or through an online forum.
So far, Chapter One has built up a network of over 20 libraries from different sectors agreeing to host visits for Graduate Trainees. If you would like to take part in this initiative and exchange of library visits, please get in touch with Myai Du, m.du@rcvstrust.org.uk.
Here are some events and links that will be useful to Graduates and Employers in the scheme.
The CILIP Graduate Open Day was held on the 14th September 2007. Click here to see what the day entailed and to find reports, PowerPoints and audio presentations
Association of UK Media Librarian Open Day- 12th November 2007
http://www.aukml.org.uk/
Career Development Group National student conference
One step beyond at City University, London
Saturday 17th November
10.00am – 4.00pm
Click here for more details and to find out how you can book a place
CILIP - Career and Development Group
http://www.careerdevelopmentgroup.org.uk/studentzone.htm
Online discussion forum on CILIP's Communities
Chapter One now has its own forum, called Chapter One. To find out how you can get involved and contribute have a look at CILIP's communities of practice http://communities.cilip.org.uk/
If you would like to include any useful links or promote any suitable events please contact CILIP at quals@cilip.org.uk.