Hi, I’m Ollie and during my second year studying Politics and International Relations BSc I completed an internship with Rebellious Co in Bristol.
Rebellious Co. operate informal “Rebel Meetup” events for entrepreneurs working all over the world who were born in Bristol. Their aim is to use entrepreneurship as a vehicle to disrupt the status quo. I met the founder Ash at the Bristol chapter, where I suggested the SME Internship idea.
My role was to research, develop, and add a syndicate investment model to the existing community system. This work aligned with my interests in start ups and venture capital and helped me hone my skills.
I also supported Rebel Meetups globally. This included finding event sponsors, editing slides, and joining town hall events with global meetup hosts.
Advice
- In retrospect, I would have liked to time-block better to work alongside the demands of my studies. This would have allowed me to maximise what I could have offered the firm.
- I would definitely recommend the SME scheme for those who have a clear goal they’re working towards. This is a great opportunity to level up your career positioning and build confidence in your field.
Future plans
I’m excited as my next steps will involve hotdesking in Rebellious Co’s new office space, TCN in Bristol. I will work there in a personal capacity and explore continued working with the company. Ash, the Founder and CEO, has offered invaluable advice and introduced me to countless people via LinkedIn messages. I am excited to see where those lead.
Want to be an SME Intern?
- Find out more about the SME Internship Scheme on our website.
- Check out our “My SME Internship” blog series to hear more student stories.
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