Partnership to help automotive students

Derby College Group has announced a new partnership to help newly qualified students get a job in the automotive industry.

It has teamed up with Autotech Academy to assist students into employment through paid internships.

Autotech Academy offers three to 12-month internship opportunities for students.

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It also equips them with their own toolbox (worth £1,200), uniform and ongoing training for the duration of their internship.

Brian Malyan, DCG’s head of engineering and motor vehicle, Brian Malyan said: “We have an extensive work experience programme in place for our students but this partnership with Autotech Academy is the icing on the cake.

“It will give students a head start in their job search by seamlessly bridging the gap between education and the workplace.

“As well as earning a salary, they will have the chance to be taken on in a full-time job or move elsewhere with additional skills and a better understanding of the workplace.”