DFN Project SEARCH
DFN Project SEARCH is a one year internship programme supporting young people aged 16-29 with additional needs to gain skills and experience to go on to employment. The project is delivered in partnership with NHS Borders, Borders College and ourselves.
Eligibility
- 16-29 years old.
- Living in the Scottish Borders.
- Have a willingness to learn and participate in a training programme.
- Be motivated and committed in working towards paid employment.
How it works
- Based within the Borders General Hospital, interns will undertake three rotations within the hospital.
- Rotations will provide interns with on the job training with supervision and guidance.
- Interns will gain valuable employability skills with the support of a tutor from Borders College and one of our job coaches.
- Interns will work towards a National 2 qualification in employability through blended in class and online learning.
- DFN Project SEARCH runs in conjunction with the academic year.
More information
To find out more including how to apply, contact the Employment Support Service. You can also keep up with the latest news on the Project Search Borders Facebook page.
The project is part funded by the European Social Fund.