Canary Islands Youth Employment Collaboration Agreement

Overview

The Canary Islands government announced the publication of a new collaboration agreement aimed at boosting youth employment through unpaid internships. Signed between the Canary Islands Employment Service, the University of Las Palmas, and the Canary Employers Confederation, the deal was formalized on July 5, 2024.

It supports the 'Cataliza VII' project, which seeks to connect young graduates with companies for work experience, even if they lack professional experience. A new beneficiary, Activos Medivet Iberia, joined the initiative on August 1, 2025.

Goals and Impacts

This move responds to broader efforts to reduce youth unemployment and improve job prospects for recent graduates.

• By easing the transition from education to the workplace, the program aims to provide valuable hands-on experience.
• It fosters stronger ties between young talents and local businesses.
• Residents and businesses could soon see new opportunities and fresh talent entering the job market as a result.

Transparency and Legal Compliance

The government emphasized transparency by publishing this agreement in the official bulletin, complying with legal requirements to make public the initiatives undertaken by public institutions and their partners.

"This step underscores a commitment to accountability while taking concrete measures to support local youth employment and economic growth."