Unlike cities in the south of Britain, it survived two world wars unmarked and so escaped having its character changed by modern developments. The elegant and stylish 'new town' is a neo-classical development built between 1767 and 1830 and now houses the corporate headquarters of the banks, law firms and companies that play such an important part in modern Scottish life. The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1582, as well as the newer Herriott Watt University, help to give the city a vibrant and dynamic academic and cultural life as well. EPA has been running internships in Edinburgh for a number of years and has built up a wide range of excellent placements. Museums and Tourist Attractions Edinburgh is world-renowned for the quality and diversity of it's museums and visitor attractions, many of which offer administrative, and in some cases research, placements to students.
Placements are also available in tourism and hotel management.
Business, Banking and Conference Planning Marketing and sales placements exist in a range of businesses, from a major multinational pharmaceutical company to a small fashion design house to a hotel group. Interns can also work in conference planning at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. A limited number of placements also exist in banks. Media Productions and newsroom placements are available at local radio and television stations. Journalism placements are available on a political magazine.