ROYAL Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is inviting young people to take part in its paid summer internship scheme.
Aimed at 16 and 17-year-olds from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds in the workforce, the opportunity will help those who may not have considered careers in the fire and rescue sector explore the roles available to them.
Each intern will gain valuable real-world experience and transferable skills which can be taken into their future careers or academic pursuits.
Over the course of a five week period, interns will take part in learning and development workshops to enhance their skills, as well as visits to fire stations across the country.
Cllr Paul Gittings, chair of Royal Berkshire Fire Authority, said: “The summer internship scheme is an exciting opportunity that provides young people the chance to meet new people, develop new skills and enhance their future prospects in a supportive work environment.”
“As a Service, we remain committed to engaging with young people in our communities and developing an inclusive culture where all are welcome. We look forward to welcoming our new interns in the near future.”
As part of the scheme, which runs from July 17-August 18, each intern will be paid an hourly wage.
Abdifatar Hassan, a previous intern, said: “Interning at RBFRS not only provided me with invaluable skills and an understanding of the service’s functions, but also helped me discover my potential and navigate my career path towards unexpected opportunities.
The experience has equipped me with skills that will undoubtedly benefit me in any future career I pursue.”
For more information, visit: www.rbfrs.co.uk/careers/summer-internship-scheme
