Registration for President-initiated program for students’ employment, “Summer Jobs,” began in all regions of Georgia on March 20. All bachelor students of authorized higher education institutions of Georgia were able to take part in this students’ employment program. As the plans of some participants changed, the Ministry announced the opening for the remaining vacant positions.

This President-initiated program for students’ employment, “Summer Jobs,” will begin in all regions of Georgia on July 20, and will last till August 20. The students’ salary will be 500 GEL. They will be able to choose a job of their interest out of 70 career-areas.

The students will be employed in the following sectors: state agencies, business and NGO spheres, self government institutions, museums, hospitals, etc.

The project, “Summer Job,” aims to facilitate students’ qualification enhancement and capacity development in the fields they are seeking for employment in the future. Additionally, earned income will aid them in funding their own education or enable them to save some for travel, vacations, etc…The main purpose is to provide students the opportunity to make the most of their summer vocation. Student employment programs such as this are being introduced and developed in other Western Countries.