Seventeen young adults have received certificates from the Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) for completing the Student Work and Internship for Tourism (SWIFT) programme.
The initiative, designed to enhance skills in the tourism and hospitality sectors, involved students interning at six establishments: Ramada Georgetown Princess Hotel, Wanderlust Adventure Tours, Dagron Tours, Caribbean Inn Inc, Grand Coastal Hotel, and Maggie’s Catering Inc, a release from the Department of Public Information (DPI) said yesterday.
During the ceremony held at the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA) yesterday, several participants shared their experiences with DPI.
One of the interns, Justin Mars, spoke positively about his time in the programme.
“My experience there was a wonderful one. I chose to go into it to get the opportunity and to gain work experience before coming out of high school,” Mars stated.
Another participant, Shavalle February, shared how her confidence grew throughout the internship.
“I interacted with new people every single day. The first day was a bit difficult, but as the days went by, it was much better for me,” February told DPI.
Onelicia Ramsammy, who interned at Herdmanston Lodge, highlighted the skills she developed during her placement, DPI said.
“I improved my communication skills, assisted in coordinating and scheduling events, and helped my boss stay updated with her events,” she explained.
