Canary Islands Youth Employment Initiative

Partnership Details

The Canary Islands government has officially published a new partnership with Hesaro Salud, S.L., to offer unpaid internships for young people under the 'Practícate' program.

Objectives

• Help unemployed youth aged 18 to 25, and up to 29 for those enrolled in the Youth Guarantee, gain their first work experience in local companies.

Internship Features

• Participants will receive a monthly stipend of at least 720 euros.
• Companies will cover social security costs.
• Internships will last for six months.
• Interns will work around six hours a day.
• Interns will be supervised by designated tutors.
• Tutors will assess interns' progress.

Purpose and Outcomes

This initiative addresses youth unemployment by easing barriers into the labor market, especially for recent graduates with little or no experience.

Commitment to Standards

• Emphasis on fair treatment.
• Data protection.
• Clear reporting structures for monitoring success and compliance.

Government's Perspective

The publication underscores the government's commitment to supporting youth employment through structured, transparent partnerships with local businesses.

Significance

This development reflects ongoing efforts to:

• Boost local job opportunities.
• Build skills among young residents.

Making it a significant step toward reducing youth unemployment in the region.