Scheme launched on 7th April

Local organisations are being encouraged to support the 2016 STEP Programme.

The scheme, sponsored by Standard Bank Isle of Man,  provides work-based projects for local undergraduates.

Last year's programme saw 38 students complete a range of projects including creative manufacturing, marketing and quality assurance.

STEP 2016 will be launched with a networking event for previous and potential project sponsors hosted by Standard Bank at its office on Circular Road from 5.30 to 7pm on Thursday 7th April.

Prospective host companies can register for the event at http://step-prepprogramme.eventbrite.com

Each placement is co-ordinated by local businessman Ian Moncrief-Scott, who has been involved with the programme for a number of years.

The closing date for host business applications is the 27th May and any local organisation requiring more information should contact either the Department of Economic Development, on 01624 682383 or by email at step.scheme@gov.im  or Ian Moncrief-Scott on 01624 664883 or by email at ims@manx.net

More information on the scheme is available at https://www.gov.im/categories/working-in-the-isle-of-man/step-programme/