Saltire Scholars 2012

What is the issue?

Observations
Leading GlobalScots believe human capital is the key to Scotland’s future economic success

What have we done?
Created The Saltire Foundation
We exist to find, fuel and spark Scotland’s human potential, in turn creating our next generation of business leaders.

Saltire Foundation Programmes

Saltire Scholars
Unique opportunity to gain work experience in a leading global company or with a highly successful entrepreneur
8 week internship working on a project of commercial significance
Networking opportunities with senior level executives
Leadership training & development
Lifetime access to alumni network

Saltire Scholars
Engineering
Marketing
Science
Tourism & Hospitality
Arts Management
Accounting/Finance
Economics
International Relations
Law

Sample Host Companies 2011

Programme Details- Overseas & London
Travel & accommodation
Some visa fees
Travel insurance
Stipend of £150/week
Pre-departure help & 24/hour emergency contact
Leadership development programme & inclusion in alumni network

Programme Details- Scotland
Stipend of £250/week
Pre-internship help & 24/hour emergency contact
Networking events
Leadership development programme
Inclusion in alumni network

What We are Looking For
 Professional  Motivated
 ‘Can-do’ attitude  Independent
 Up for a real challenge  Ability to work under pressure
Dedicated to alumni activities  Ambitious
And who we’re not looking for…
X Those just seeking employment abroad
X Those with no long-term commitment to Scotland or the Saltire Foundation
X Anyone looking for a paid holiday

Eligibility Criteria
Penultimate year student at a Scottish university
No previous international business experience
Be passionate about representing Scotland and improving Scotland's business prospects

Application Process
Stage 1: Online Application
Stage 2: Speed Interview
Stage 3: Project Selection
Stage 4: Host Company Telephone Interview

Timeline
18-28 October – Online Applications Open
7-8 November – Speed Interviews (Dundee)
December 2011—February 2012– Host Company Interviews
29 March 2012– Induction Day
2 June 2012- Leadership Development Day
11 June- 3 August– Internship

More Information
www.saltirefoundation.com
Find us on Facebook & Twitter
Undergraduate Blogs

More Information-The GlobalScot Network
The Saltire Foundation works in close partnership with the GlobalScot network.
GlobalScots are a pool of talented individuals in senior positions around the globe
Many of our host companies are associated with the GlobalScot network
GlobalScots are committed to pass on their skills and expertise to Scotland’s next generation of business leaders
www.globalscot.com

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Saltire Scholars 2012

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