To enhance the participation of women in the workforce and contribute in our endeavors towards diversity and inclusion, Acuity Knowledge Partners is launching a 2 months curated internship program for women professionals who have been on a break.
Step-up is our flagship program, where we provide a launchpad to the women who are on a career break to restart their journey in the corporate world. Through this initiative Acuity aims to offer opportunities that support women to professionally reintegrate themselves and resume their corporate carrier. After the success of the last three editions in India we are delighted to launch it in Acuity’s Colombo office in Sri Lanka.
It is s a prudently designed 2 months training-cum-internship program. Through skill-gap analysis, focused mentoring, re-skilling and upskilling, on-the-job training, and leadership guidance, we facilitate a seamless transition for potential candidates in ramping up their career. Since its launch it has attracted over 1000 + candidates.
Who can apply?
Women professionals who are:
On a career break of a year or more
Enthusiastic about pursuing a career in the financial services industry
Motivated by the prospect of advancing their careers with a permanent role at Acuity Knowledge Partners.
What does the program offer?
Training and development sessions to upskill participants.It will be a paid internship for the duration of 2 months
Genuine, merit-based career progression .
A supportive and professional work environment, both in hybrid and work-from-home mode (based on business requirements)
Placement support and a competitive package for the potential candidate, based on available opportunities.
Know more
The career break may have been due to marriage, maternity leave, caring for the elderly, relocation, health issues or any other reason.
The program will be conducted virtually and in hybrid mode, based on the requirement of the business unit the candidate will be interning with
Participants will be able to work on projects that match their skillsets and requirements.
Application process?
Application details
Program duration: June - July 2024
Work locations: Acuity Knowledge Partners ,Colombo office Level 32, West Tower World Trade Center Echelon Square, Colombo 01
Last date for application: 15 April 2024
For more information, please reach out on stepupyourcareer@acuitykp.com