Canary Islands Youth Employment Collaboration

Overview

The Canary Islands government has officially published a new collaboration agreement aimed at boosting employment opportunities for young people. Signed on July 5, 2024, the pact involves:

• The Canary Islands Employment Service
• The University of Las Palmas
• The Canary Employers Confederation

It focuses on offering non-paid internships to recent graduates without work experience, helping them gain practical skills and improve their chances in the labor market.

Transparency and Publication

The publication comes as part of transparency efforts mandated by regional law, which requires such agreements to be made public within 20 days of signing. The bulletin includes a list of participating companies that have joined the initiative as of September 18, 2025.

Broader Context and Goals

This initiative is part of the broader 'Cataliza VII' project, which aims to guide young job seekers into the workforce through practical internships in local businesses.

'This effort responds to ongoing concerns about youth unemployment and aims to foster smoother transitions from education to employment, providing valuable real-world experience to new entrants in the job market.'

For residents and expats alike, this could mean more opportunities for young people in the islands to develop their careers and contribute to the local economy.