In collaboration with Selby College, which is part of the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group and DFN Project SEARCH, Siemens Mobility have launched the SEND internship scheme which provides supported work opportunities for young people between the ages of 18 - 24 with learning disabilities to gain valuable work experience alongside education. Six successful candidates have started on this year’s programme at Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village, where they will rotate through work placements alongside their college courses.
CEO of Siemens Mobility, Sambit Banerjee, said: "We are thrilled to announce the launch of the DFN project SEARCH supported internship scheme, which builds upon our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusivity at Siemens Mobility. Our goal is to equip participants with essential skills and confidence needed to thrive in the workforce. We understand the challenges these individuals face in accessing employment opportunities, which is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities and support, enabling everyone to feel like they belong at Siemens Mobility.”
“We are excited to welcome the six successful candidates to the Siemens Mobility Goole Rail Village and look forward to witnessing the positive impact this program will have on their lives."
The supported internship scheme is tailored to equip participants with the essential skills and confidence needed to thrive in the workforce. Working with a job coach and a tutor, the individuals will have access to specialised training and hands-on practical experience across various areas of the Rail Village. Placements will rotate through the Components Facility which services rail gearboxes and motors, the warehouse, office and administration, and security and facilities maintenance.
This opportunity is specifically designed to assist young individuals who would otherwise face significant challenges in accessing employment opportunities. Siemens Mobility recognises the importance of providing equal opportunities and is committed to assisting those who may otherwise struggle to find employment.
Kirsty Matthews, Chief Executive of DFN Project SEARCH, said: “Each new group of talented individuals brings with them a unique set of skills and perspectives, which not only enriches their own lives but also the workplaces they join. At DFN Project SEARCH, opportunity and inclusion is at the heart of all our work. I am confident that these interns will leave a lasting positive impact on their organisations and community while gaining the essential skills to build brighter futures for themselves.”
Sam Wright, Principal and Chief Executive at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, said: “We wish the interns the best of luck as they embark on what will be incredible journey. Project SEARCH has the power to transform the lives of those with learning difficulties, enabling them to gain real-life work experience and employability and independent skills. Many of the interns have progressed through our Foundation Learning provision, so it’s incredibly rewarding to see them taking their first steps into the working world.”
Siemens Mobility has consistently demonstrated its commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent right here in Britain. The company is investing up to £200 million in a rail village in Goole, creating up to 700 skilled jobs, as well as a further 1,700 supply chain roles. This includes 11 apprentices at Goole, with 25 more being welcomed this month.
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