The Conservative Party was heavily criticised after hosting an auction of internships at its annual Black and White party. 900 supporters of the party paid at least £400 each to attend the party, at which internships at leading companies were auctioned off for an average of £3000.Internships are an increasingly contentious way of getting a step in the door of businesses, and they have become more popular during the recession. Desperate graduates often spend several months working for free, in exchange for a chance of a paid job at the end of it.
Unfortunately the only people who tend to be able to afford a spell as an intern are those who have
wealthy parents who can pay the accommodation, transport and general living costs incurred during
the internship. The reality is that most graduates simply cannot afford to work for free, leading to
claims that the best jobs will only be available to privileged children of the wealthy.
On the other hand, most business owners would jump at the chance to have well educated staff
working for free. During difficult economic times, it makes financial sense to use cost effective recruitment
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