Canary Islands Government Publishes New Youth Internship Agreement
Youth Employment Collaboration in the Canary Islands
Overview
The Canary Islands government has officially published a new collaboration agreement aimed at boosting youth employment through unpaid internships in local businesses. This move is part of the 'Cataliza VII' project, which focuses on helping young people with degrees and no professional experience find job opportunities.
This agreement involves the following entities:
- Canary Islands Employment Service
- Las Palmas University Foundation
- Canary Employers' Confederation (CCE)
It was signed on July 5, 2024, and recently formalized for the company Binhex Systems Solutions, S.L. on September 1, 2025.
Objectives and Benefits
- Provide practical work experience for young job seekers
- Ease their transition into the labor market
- Potentially reduce youth unemployment in the region
Legal and Transparency Aspects
The publication of this collaboration aligns with legal requirements to make public all agreements involving government and affiliated entities, ensuring transparency.
Community Impact
Residents and businesses should see this as a positive step toward more innovative employment programs targeting youth unemployment, which remains a key concern across Spain.
Regional Development
As the Canary Islands strive to reinforce its local economy and improve youth job prospects, initiatives like this signal a proactive approach to fostering sustainable employment pathways.
"This initiative aims to provide practical work experience for young job seekers, easing their transition into the labor market and potentially reducing youth unemployment in the region."