Deadline upcoming to register for Summer Internship Programme

Fri, 25 Sep 2020

Individuals and businesses interested in the Summer Internship Programme are being asked to send in their application to take part or to host an intern ahead of the closing date next Wednesday.

The programme by Business Isle of Man is focused for individuals aged 18 -25 however, anyone can take part. The scheme was one of the first initiatives to be supported under the £100m Economic Recovery Fund that was announced by Treasury Minister Alfred Cannan MHK in his budget update to July’s Tynwald.

The internship programme provides full wage support at a weekly rate of £256 per week for businesses, third sector and other organisations. Placements last for an average of 6 weeks, with flexible options for them to run for shorter or longer periods if required, based on project availability and study commencement dates.

Organisations are matched with young people and students who are looking to gain real world work experience, build their CV and develop interpersonal skills.

Placements could focus on a wide range of business functions, such as website development, undertaking research work, setting up an IT system, social media audits or graphic design projects.

The deadline for individuals and businesses to apply is Wednesday 30 September.

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