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Arscott, Conyers’ Global Head of Human Resources. “As the world continues to be challenged by Covid-19, Conyers is doubling down on its support of earlycareer growth through more robust internship programmes that will give emerging talent the chance to learn from seasoned professionals and build the foundations they need to succeed.” This “Gap Year” programme has proven helpful to students seeking meaningful ZRUN H[SHULHQFH LQ VRPH RI WKH ̰UPȃV NH\ business services departments. Kevonte Jennings-Lathan, who was placed with Conyers’ compliance department, says the team at Conyers is welcoming, knowledgeable and always ready to assist. “Working in compliance has been DQ H\H RSHQHU JLYHQ WKDW WKH ̰HOG LV QHZ to me. I am challenging myself in this new environment by participating in all the tasks at hand and am continuously learning,” he said. For Airica Outerbridge, who was placed in Conyers’ marketing department, the ZRUN H[SHULHQFH KDV EHHQ VLJQL̰FDQW “I am so grateful for such an amazing opportunity to work alongside highly talented professionals – both locally and globally,” she said. “The hands-on experience has been invaluable and most LPSRUWDQWO\ WKLV H[SHULHQFH FRQ̰UPHG my desire to work in marketing”. If you would like to learn more about the Conyers Gap Year programme SOHDVH FRQWDFW FDUHHUV#FRQ\HUV FRP or telephone the Human Resources Department: 295-1422. Your Future 2022
