BUSINESSES interested in giving work experience to teenagers with disabilities are being encouraged to get in touch with Treloar College.
Last year the Holybourne college launched a supported internship programme to prepare its students for paid or voluntary work after they graduate.
Last month the college’s job coach Charlotte Warwick, principal Martin Ingram, progress and transition manager Maria Sherwood and governor Bob Deans presented certificates to the companies which have supported the scheme so far.
Now they want more firms to sign up for the one-year programme.
It allows students to work for two to three days per week around their timetable with support from Ms Warwick, who helps them settle in and monitors their progress throughout the placement.
All the businesses involved during the first year praised the interns they took on.
Eoin, who has cerebral palsy, has worked at Vets4Pets in Farnham for three days a week since September.
Head vet Roger Holden said: “Having Eoin has been straightforward. From day one he was determined to be involved and he wants to help and learn.
“He has a great sense of humour and has been a great additional team member.
“We have had no difficulties in adapting to his needs.”
Cory, who has muscular dystrophy, has worked at Enterprise in Aldershot since September.
Enterprise talent manager Marco Bardino said: “I would encourage anyone to support the college and make a difference to some truly remarkable young people.”
For more details, email Maria Sherwood at [email protected]