Canary Islands Youth Employment Initiative

Partnership Announcement

The Canary Islands government has officially announced the inclusion of a new entity into a collaborative effort aimed at boosting youth employment. The entity, Inteligencia Jurídica e Ingenio Empresarial, S.L., joins a framework agreement signed last year between the Canary Islands Employment Service, the University Foundation of Las Palmas, and the Canary Employers' Confederation.

Objectives and Focus

This pact focuses on:

• Facilitating internships for young people with degrees
• Giving them vital workplace experience

The initiative, part of the 'Cataliza VII' project, seeks to:

• Connect recent graduates with companies
• Offer non-paid internships to improve their chances of entering the job market

Broader Goals

The move underscores a broader effort to:

• Tackle youth unemployment
• Bridge the gap between education and employment in the region

By formally publicizing the partnership, authorities aim to:

• Increase transparency
• Ensure public awareness of commitments made within the public sector

Importance and Impact

This agreement highlights the importance of:

• Practical training
• Supporting young people in a competitive job market

"This development matters for residents because it enhances opportunities for young professionals to gain real-world experience, which can lead to better employment prospects in the future."

It also reflects the government’s commitment to fostering employment initiatives that benefit both:

• Youth
• The local economy