Sysco LABS recently announced their partnership with the FastTrack Summer Internship Program for 2024 in collaboration with John Keells Holdings and Brandix. FastTrack is a long-running program known in the corporate world that offers a select group of undergraduate\u2019s hands-on corporate experience through a four-week internship. Featuring experiential learning opportunities and exposure to multiple industries across the country\u2019s leading companies, the program provides young talent a platform to translate academic learning into workplace realities.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s edition also offered interns exposure and mentorship to industry leaders at all three organizations with Sysco LABS\u2019 participation providing insight into the IT industry. Sessions covered leadership skills, personal branding, and technical development within an IT context.<\/p>\n
Discussing the organization\u2019s participation in this year\u2019s program, Rasika Karunatilake, Managing Director at Sysco LABS, said, \u201cCreating innovation-focused learning opportunities for budding leaders is a primary focus area for us. With technology rapidly becoming a major export sector for Sri Lanka, we recognize how exposure to a global tech environment could influence the career choices of the FastTrack interns and cultivate a new generation of empowered leaders. We hope our mentorship will enable them to make meaningful contributions to the IT sector and drive economic development in the country.\u201d<\/p>\n
Sysco LABS\u2019 partnership with FastTrack reaffirms the company\u2019s commitment to empowering young talent and capacity development for the IT industry. The program aspires to encourage diverse career pathways that contribute to economic growth and drive innovation. Together, they equip youth with the tools for growth to nurture future corporate leaders in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n
Commenting on the program, Rehan Anthonis, Director of People Operations at Sysco LABS, added, \u201cWe enjoyed collaborating with John Keells Group and Brandix on this program. As a company proud of its world-class talent, we\u2019re always looking to share our knowledge with the next generation of professionals in Sri Lanka. The FastTrack program was a welcome opportunity for us to provide invaluable insights into the inner workings of IT companies and support young minds on their learning journeys as they prepare to enter the workforce.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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