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Students look forward to a bright start
Compere Pete Snodden who is promoting the BrightStart programme with Eimhear Carey from St. Killian’s College in Carnlough and Jackie Henry, Senior Partner of Deloitte in Belfast.
SCHOOL leavers aged 16-18 were given the chance to learn more about the 2015 Deloitte BrightStart programme at the launch event which took place at the Radisson Hotel in Belfast’s Gasworks recently.
BrightStart is Deloitte’s five-year programme for those school leavers interested in business and technology. The programme combines the opportunity to study for an honours degree while
working for one of the UK’s most successful professional services firms. Jackie Henry, Senior Partner of Deloitte in Belfast said: “We are very excited to launch the 2015 BrightStart programme – it’s been great to welcome prospective students today and give them an insight into what we have to offer. “BrightStart is a bespoke initiative that gives young people the opportunity to grow professionally in a very supportive environment. Through this programme, we aim to develop the talents of every single person that comes through our door. “In addition to gaining priceless experience, applicants will achieve professional qualifications and a competitive starting salary of £14k a year. If one considers the degree fees paid by the company, that’s a net gain of £100k over five years – a fantastic start to a career. “The application process is now open and we expect a high level of interest so early application is encouraged.” * For more information on the Deloitte BrightStart programme visit http://belfast. deloitte.co.uk/role/
Charity helps young people to manage money
Young Enterprise is working with Bank of Ireland UK to put financial responsibility on the radar for young people across Northern Ireland.
Through the charity’s Learn to Earn programme teenagers are encouraged to think about their futures and consider how their financial choices impact their lives.
Karen Elliott from Bank of Ireland UK and Jan Gilliland from Young Enterprise Northern Ireland launch the Learn to Earn programme for 2015 at Dominican College, Belfast with students Rachael McLaughlin, Greer Sullivan and Ellie Mayne.
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Young Enterprise Chief Executive Carol Fitzsimons said: “Learn to Earn encourages young people to take control of their future through a fun, practical session at school that breathes some life into financial responsibility. At the start of the programme students describe their ideal future, they then consider their career, salary and lifestyle and are challenged to set realistic goals preparing them to make wise choices for a financially sound future.” More than 11,000 14-15 year olds took part in Learn to Earn last year with the help of Bank of Ireland UK, who have pledged their support to the programme for 2015. Sean Sheehan, Regional Director, NI Consumer & Small Business said: “Bank of Ireland UK is keen to help both individuals and communities across Northern Ireland to flourish. Learn to Earn is a great introduction for young people into financial responsibility. I know our staff enjoy taking part and bringing their professional skills into the classroom and we hope all those who participate will learn valuable lessons they can use now and throughout the rest of their lives and we are proud to support it.”