Bupa Global & UK has announced an extension of its partnership with social mobility charity, Career Ready, to help get more young people with disabilities into work.
The healthcare and insurance provider runs an internship programme in collaboration with the charity to drive "greater inclusion and employment opportunities" for young disabled people. In 2023, Bupa Global & UK has taken on 50 sixth form students with Career Ready, which connects young people from underrepresented backgrounds with employers. It is also leading a pilot where 20 per cent of internships have been offered to disabled students, with interns also hosted by corporate partners including BP and Citi. Bupa stated that the pilot aims to boost employment opportunities for you...
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