Photograph by CECAM CEO CEPYME Castilla-La Mancha.
International Training
The fourth edition of the 'IV CECAM Scholarships. European Mobility' program has successfully concluded after 39 young people completed internships in companies in Ireland and Belgium. The initiative, which is establishing itself as a regional benchmark, aims to enhance the international experience and employment prospects of young talent.
A strategic boost to employability and international experience
The fourth edition of the program "IV CECAM SCHOLARSHIPS. European Mobility Castilla-La Mancha» has been successfully completed, with the completion of the professional internships of 39 young graduates in companies of Irlanda y BélgicaFor three months, from April to July, participants have strengthened their professional profile and skills, preparing for the challenges of an increasingly globalized labor market.
The initiative, promoted by CECAMThe program is designed to offer complete immersion in multicultural work environments. Its main objective is twofold: to improve the employability of young people in the region through international practical experience and to enhance their language skills. The program not only manages the internships but also includes accommodation, financial support, and personalized mentoring to ensure participants get the most out of their stay.
Highly qualified profiles for strategic sectors
The profiles of the participants in this edition have stood out for their diversity and their alignment with key sectors for the economy of Castilla-La ManchaThere has been a notable presence of degrees linked to the STEM branches (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), as well as strategic areas such as digitalization, the research and development, the environment, the audiovisual communication, and professional servicesThis selection process seeks to align emerging talent with the needs of the regional business community.
Results and initial impact on labor market integration
The results of this fourth edition confirm the success and relevance of the initiative. Evaluation surveys reflect a high degree of satisfaction among participants, who particularly value the skills acquired and the experience gained at host companies. The data demonstrate the program's effectiveness in developing key skills for today's market.
| Assessment Area | Level of Satisfaction |
|---|---|
| Skills acquired during the program | 87,2 % |
| Experience in host companies | 82 % |
| Adaptation to the language and cultural environment | 79 % |
Beyond the ratings, the program already shows a direct impact on job placementJust days after its completion, two of the young people have already entered the job market and four others are in advanced stages of the selection process, having received offers from both national and international companies, some of them located in Bélgica.
From CECAM They emphasize that thanks to this initiative, "young people from Castilla-La Mancha have been able to acquire the knowledge, skills, and personal and professional competencies necessary to continue working professionally in the European, national, and regional labor markets." The organization underlines that the program actively promotes return of talent to the regioncontributing to improving the competitiveness of the business fabric with better prepared professionals and with a valuable international vision.
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