Highlands and Islands Enterprise is now a unified agency, with area teams located throughout our region. Local enterprise companies no longer operate – some information on these pages may not be up-to-date. If in doubt please call your local area office.
Follow this link to view current information about HIE..

Young people/school leavers/recent graduates

Entering the labour market for the first time is a big step – you want to succeed and we want to help you do just that. Whether you are going into employment straight from school or after time at college or university, we have training support available to help you become a valuable member of the company team.

Key links

Graduate placements The programmes aim to attract and retain young graduates back to our area and to strengthen local businesses by way of graduate input.Get ready for work Individualised training programme compiled for young people aged 16-18 years with specific difficulties, by our key partners at Careers Scotland and Training Providers, with a clear aim of helping to get into a job when the time is right.Careers Scotland Providing advice, support and information to people of all ages but specifically to young people about to enter the labour market – ask about training and qualifications, opportunities for progression, the local jobs market, and many other topics.Modern Apprenticeships Vocational training geared to the achievement of Scottish Vocational Qualifications to at least Level III - supervisory level, in a wide range of sectors from Business Administration to Wholesaling and Distribution.Skillseekers - the way to employment Training support for young people aged 16-17 years, going into the labour market and working towards a vocational qualification.

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16/05/2008 15:23:00