Twenty-nine students have started their eight-week project placements through the Isle of Man Department for Enterprise’s Step Programme.
The students will gain valuable workplace experience across a range of private and public sector organisations in the Isle of Man.
Sponsored by Utmost International Isle of Man Limited, the Programme connects local undergraduate students with Island employers to complete paid, project-based placements over the summer, helping students apply the skills and knowledge gained in real workplace settings while supporting organisations with additional resource and fresh thinking.
Tim Johnston MHK, Minister for Enterprise, commented: “The Step Programme is an important part of our work to create an environment where young people can explore the career opportunities available in the Isle of Man and develop the skills, confidence and connections needed to build their futures here.
“By linking students with organisations, Step gives young people the opportunity to put their learning into practice on meaningful projects, while enabling employers to showcase the rewarding careers available across the Island. I wish all 29 students every success over the coming weeks.”
Over the eight-week placements, students will apply their skills to practical projects tailored to their interests and areas of study. This year’s projects span a wide range of disciplines, from research, data analysis and IT development to marketing and communications, policy and legislation development across engineering, heritage, tourism, and leisure.
Students will present their work at the Step Programme Final on 14th August, where achievements from across the Programme will be recognised.
The main photo shows four of the Step Students placed within Government Departments.
