‘FastTrack15’ Sri Lanka’s premier internship programme now in its 7th consecutive year

Introduced in 2011, the country’s premier annual internship programme ‘Fast Track15’ (FT15) organised by Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC, Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC and, John Keells Holdings PLC will commence in June 2017. Each year, FT15 succeeds at providing 15 undergraduates a unique opportunity to participate in a six week internship at all three companies which col- laborate in this initiative, the promoters said.

“FT15 returns for the 7th consecutive year and will once again engage talented interns in an unparalleled career experience. Exclusive exposure to the nine business sectors of leisure, real estate, consumer foods and retail, manufacturing, information technology, banking, financial services, and transportation will allow participants to learn and understand the operations of each first-hand. Directed workshops will enhance soft skills covering areas such as business etiquette, leadership and, presentation skills, while teamwork will be developed through a significant group project,” the release said. However there was no mention in the statement about the tobacco sector in which Ceylon Tobacco is involved.

It said interns will be guided and mentored by professionals, given the chance to interact with prominent business personalities and immerse themselves in practical work assignments that aid in relating academic backgrounds to actual work places. It said interested candidates can send in their applications on or before the 18th of May 2017 to applications@fasttrack15.com