Some (maybe) useful info from my own experience...
I (regretfully) declined a final interview for McLaren for an architecture job working on the (now built) extension of the technology centre in 2010.
That was advertised in April 2009, to begin March 2010. That's nearly a YEAR in advance!
I also declined a placement for a voluntary internship for a wildlife island clinic at school that needed 10 months advance.
To give an idea the sort of organising and planning that goes into this, I have found specifically labelled 'internships' and those that are sponsored/in sought after or elusive areas have a lot of interviews and stages as opposed to regular jobs and work experience in smaller fields.
You can't really call up and ask for a job as such. Try, but don't expect much!
Usually they have their own in-house programs that are advertised in specialist magazines geared towards the sort of people they want doing the job.
Companies want the people to be good at what they do; and be the right people. If you have the skill to find the jobs; or request specific things, almost like a treasure hunt, they do turn up!
Like the Mercedes GP 'Painter' job going earlier this summer. Literally, a paint spraying decal applying role, with hands on helping design the 2012 livery. AMAZING. Advertised hidden on their own website.
Basically, if it is a tough or highly competitive area, you need to be thinking long term. So you ought to be looking for a placement next year.
For now, build up your experience portfolio elsewhere. Small firms, etc. If no jobs exist, make your own work up. Practice.
I am not sure what marketing you are in, can you be more specific with your skills/interests?
I also would question how strong your english language reading and writing skills are. Not be be rude, but these are VITAL.
I'm no grammar nazi, but your first post was riddled with errors. A lot of firms literally throw things in the bin the second they see mistakes. Harsh, but true.
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