The programme is a means to transmit knowledge to you ( interns ) which you will be able to pass on . It also enables you to see the economic connection between tourism and employment . Currently we employ 117 , 000 persons across the spectrum and another 300,000 who are employed in related sectors .” Minister Bartlett went on to charge the students to take advantage of the experience and to learn from the industry service providers . “ Appreciate that you are not just going into hotels , you will be housed at some of the biggest and best providers of the experiences that the visitor comes to Jamaica for . In every area that you go , you will be functioning critically to contribute to the enhancement and development of the product .” The 11 year TSIP programme commenced on Monday July 09 , 2018 and saw its completion on August 17 , 2018 . In addition to the wealth of knowledge and experience they will gain , the students will also receive a stipend based on their level of education .
SUMMER INTERNSHIP COLLABORATION
The programme is a means to transmit knowledge to you ( interns ) which you will be able to pass on . It also enables you to see the economic connection between tourism and employment . Currently we employ 117 , 000 persons across the spectrum and another 300,000 who are employed in related sectors .” Minister Bartlett went on to charge the students to take advantage of the experience and to learn from the industry service providers . “ Appreciate that you are not just going into hotels , you will be housed at some of the biggest and best providers of the experiences that the visitor comes to Jamaica for . In every area that you go , you will be functioning critically to contribute to the enhancement and development of the product .” The 11 year TSIP programme commenced on Monday July 09 , 2018 and saw its completion on August 17 , 2018 . In addition to the wealth of knowledge and experience they will gain , the students will also receive a stipend based on their level of education .
Minister of Tourism , Hon . Edmund Bartlett ( centre ) in conversation with Executive Director , Jamaica Vacations , Joy Roberts ( left ) and Permanent Secretary , Ministry of Tourism , Jennifer Griffith
Dr . Andrew Spencer , Executive Director , TPDCo engages the audience during his presentation .
Minister Bartlett joins radio host Barry G for an interview during the Mello Fm live broadcast at the TSIP / HOPE rally