JKH-led FastTrack internship programme for 2nd consecutive year
View(s):The John Keells Group (JKH), the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) and Unilever Sri Lanka have announced the return of the ‘FastTrack’ summer internship programme.
The programme, conceptualised and launched by JKH in 2011, provides Sri Lankan under graduates with a unique opportunity to participate in an immersive four-week internship, offering invaluable industry exposure and career development, JKH said in a media release.
The partnership agreement, signed in 2022, by the three organisations, solidified the shared vision of nurturing future leaders and fostering innovation.
FastTrack 2023 sets itself apart as a programme that provides participants with an experience that showcases the diverse corporate sector opportunities available in Sri Lanka. This approach aims to challenge the status quo and attract innovative thinkers from within the country as well as Sri Lankan undergraduates overseas who may otherwise seek opportunities abroad.
Krishan Balendra, JKH Chairperson, highlighted the core objectives of the programme. He said, “Our aim is to provide Sri Lankan undergraduates both here and overseas, with invaluable first-hand experience of the diverse range of career opportunities within the Sri Lankan corporate sector. FastTrack has always been a programme dedicated to engaging with innovative young minds that have the potential to be the future corporate leaders of Sri Lanka.”
During the comprehensive four-week programme, selected interns will receive exclusive exposure to various industry sectors, including Leisure, Property, Consumer Foods, Retail, Manufacturing, Information Technology, Analytics, Financial Services, Plantation Services, and Transportation. This first-hand experience will allow participants to gain insights into the operations of each sector through intensive immersion.
Hajar Alafifi, Chairperson and Managing Director of Unilever Sri Lanka, said: “We are confident the internship programme will play a pivotal role in paving the way for the next generation of diverse leaders, and we are excited to work alongside JKH and LSEG in shaping a vibrant, inclusive, and global platform.”
Fadhil Jiffry, Chief Financial Officer, LSEG Sri Lanka, spoke about the partnership, saying,“LSEG is delighted to have the chance to provide our future leaders with an extensive, hands-on learning experience that will motivate FastTrack applicants to become leaders in their professions. We are excited to provide them with the chance to connect with industry leaders and bring something special to the projects they will be working on”.
FastTrack 2023 aims to not only to retain young talent within the country but also aims to encourage them to bring their unique strengths and talents back to Sri Lanka, thereby contributing to the nation’s progress.
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