Canary Islands' Youth Employment Collaboration

Overview

The Canary Islands' government announced the publication of a new collaboration agreement aimed at boosting youth employment. The agreement involves the following organizations:

• Canary Islands Employment Service
• Canary Islands University Foundation
• Canary Employers' Confederation

This initiative focuses on facilitating internships for young people with degrees but no professional experience.

'Cataliza VII' Project

This initiative, part of the 'Cataliza VII' project, aims to help young residents transition into the workforce through:

• non-paid internships in local companies.

The agreement was signed in July 2025, showing a proactive effort by regional authorities to combat youth unemployment and improve employment prospects for recent graduates.

Government Commitment

By making this collaboration official through the official bulletin, the government underscores its commitment to:

• transparency
• supporting young job seekers.

This move aligns with broader efforts across Spain to reduce youth unemployment rates, which have been a persistent challenge especially in regions like the Canary Islands.

Benefits for Residents

For residents considering these internships, the initiative promises:

• new opportunities for gaining real-world experience
• the potential to lead to stable careers

"This initiative is a vital step in a competitive labor market."