Internships
Intern programme manager Joy Lewis published an article in The Scotsman.
"THE current generation of business managers were fortunate to find doors opening for them, allowing them to get a first step on the career ladder.
In many cases it was about making the most of who they knew; tapping into a network of friends and contacts to get the help they needed. For this fortunate generation, job opportunities appeared plentiful.
But for the existing generation of bright new talent, the rules have changed. They can certainly no longer rely on who they know.
In today’s harsh economic environment graduates face the impossible challenge of finding suitable work experience to help open doors to long-term employment but also to earn an income to pay any debts.
Creating an accessible internship culture in Scotland is crucial to solving this problem facing our brightest and best graduates and all businesses have a responsibility to provide this much needed work experience".
