Graduate Advancement Programme at Discovery Cycle Professionals

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Job Title: DCP – Graduate Advancement Programme

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Organisation: Discovery Cycle Professionals (DCP)

THE CONCEPT – The DCP-Internship Programme is an initiative of the Discovery Cycle Professionals, which is intended to harness the creativity, ingenuity and potentials of budding professionals globally. – The DCP-Internship Programme, grafted under our Graduate Advancement Programme (GAP), and run as a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), is a hands-on training which runs for a period of six (6) months.  – The DCP-Internship Programme encourages retainership of high performing, efficient and professional manpower to facilitate the building process and promotion of the DCP brand.

WHY CONSIDER DCP INTERNSHIP?

For various reasons which include gaining Viable-Valued-Experience (VVE) in areas of interest that guide the Intern in career goals and opportunities to experience work with Discovery Cycle Professionals.

Internships provide work experience opportunities to university students, recent graduates and people considering career changes. Employers are willing to hire interns with little or no experience, especially if the intern is willing to accept little or no monetary compensation. However, the benefits of doing an internship go far beyond your pay cheque.

•   Gain Valuable Work Experience: An internship provides the opportunity to gain hands on work experience that you just can't get in the classroom. First time job seekers and career changers aren't usually desirable candidates, but companies are willing to train them as interns and give them the experience they would need to get a job.

•   Have An Edge In The Job Market: Employers are usually more concerned with your work experience than your qualifications and internships are often the only way to get the work experience you need to secure a job, so they're a vital part of your resume. Many employers prefer or require applicants who have done an internship or relevant work experience and in many of the more competitive job markets it is essential to set you apart from the others.

•   Transition Into A Job: Employers see interns as prospective employees and many finish their internships and continue working with the company full time. Internships are the number one way for employers to find new staff in the US. Think of it as a really long interview, after which you've proved that you are a capable and hardworking employee. Just as you're giving the industry and the company a trial run, they're doing the same for you.

•   Decide If This Is The Right Career For You: If you're not sure if this is the right career for you, doing an internship is a great way to try it out. Internships are generally short-term, so you can test your future career without committing and find out if it is a career that will satisfy you.

•   Networking Opportunities: Internships are a great way to meet people in your field. Even if you have experience, knowing people never hurts. An internship allows you to meet people who might help you land a job later on and give you the contacts in the industry you're trying to break into. Plus, references from people in the industry will really add weight to your application.

•   Apply Classroom Knowledge: An internship can be seen as the pinnacle of your undergraduate education and give you the chance to use the skills you've learned in the classroom in a real-world setting. It's a chance to prove the worth of your qualifications and to show that you can perform in the role you've been given.

•   Gain Confidence: Getting experience is a great way to build your confidence. What's more, if you have an impressive resume, you will be more confident in your chances of securing a job. After you've done an internship, if an interviewer asks if you know how to do something, you won't say "um, yes, I think I would be able to do that” but can say "absolutely” and supplement your assertion with examples.

INDIVIDUAL INTERN BENEFIT

As our intern,

• You will have advantage of regular and structured performance evaluation from your mentor and direct supervisor.

• You will also receive direct feedback that enhances your strength and build on specific areas for your development.

• Six months practical exposure and contact with global network of experienced professionals, academicians and experts assembled to provide world-class knowledge-based professional services and in addition to exporting knowledge globally.

• Gives you invaluable experience at Discovery.

• Prepares you for formal and full time employment with the company.

• Comes with a pay package.

INTERNSHIP STRUCTURE

Consists of two levels:

LEVEL 1 – INTERNSHIP: This is the first 3months for individuals with zero (O) work experience.

• Stage1: one week intensive on the job assessment.

• Stage 2: one month experience and assessment with Discovery to ascertain Productivity and efficiency.

• Stage 3: two months internship schedule to help appraise candidate for qualification to level 2

LEVEL 2 – EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIP: This is the Last 3months or an entry level for individuals with more than two years' experience.

• This has just one stage, qualifying an individual for a full time employment with DCP after a successful conclusion.

SUMMARY

Internship scheme of the Discovery Cycle Professionals is a learning experience that furnishes and prepares interns with the market based skill required to perform task when faced with the opportunity.

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