(CMR) Cayman Finance has launched a new internship program to create opportunities for Caymanian students or recent graduates interested in Financial Services to work on projects and engage in networking activities alongside the Cayman Finance team.
Cayman Finance said it is committed to creating pathways for talented young Caymanians to pursue careers in the Financial Services Industry. The program, which started in October, is also expected to provide valuable insights, experience, and contacts to participants.
Michael McLaughlin and Ashanti Mellaneo were selected as the first to participate. Since October, Michael and Ashanti have continued with their university commitments and worked with Cayman Finance, taking full advantage of this opportunity.
McLaughlin, a third-year student at the University of Manchester, is studying Law and Politics. He is currently in the last stages of his education and legal training to become a Qualified Solicitor for Maples Group (Cayman Islands).
“This internship allowed me to develop a stronger network and practical understanding of the Cayman Islands Financial Industry during my final year at Law school abroad. My experience has been invaluable, and I’m grateful to Cayman Finance for granting me the honour to serve as a part of their team. A highlight for me was being able to work on the recent Cayman Finance Breakfast meeting in London,” McLaughlin said.
Mellaneo, studying for her accounting degree at UCCI, echoed these sentiments, stating she gained a more comprehensive knowledge of the Financial Services Industry and the role it plays in Cayman’s continued success;
“I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to work with such an amazing group of individuals. My time at Cayman Finance has allowed me to grow, as well as open my mind to what the Cayman Islands Financial Services Industry is doing for our beautiful islands – something I now believe every Caymanian would benefit and appreciate knowing about,” Mellaneo said.
Cayman Finance CEO, Steve McIntosh, commented on their tenure during the program, saying he knows the future is bright for Financial Services in Cayman based on the quality of local talent pursuing careers in the industry.
“It has been a real pleasure getting to know Michael and Ashanti during their internships. They are both extremely hard-working, conscientious, and eager to learn,” said McIntosh.
“I can already see they have bright futures in our Financial Services Industry! It’s inspiring to see the high caliber of our up-and-coming Caymanian talent and to have Michael and Ashanti in the Cayman Finance alumni community,” he added.
The Cayman Finance team said they look forward to welcoming more interns in the new year. Those interested in the next round can apply through their social media channels beginning Tuesday, December 20th, 2022.
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