Georgetown: The Ministry of Public Infrastructure Friday successfully completed its annual Work Study Programme, which saw the participation of 64 students from numerous high schools.
The programme officially commenced in early June and was conducted in two batches. The first batch consisted of 34 students and concluded in early July while the second batch, consisting of 30 students, commenced in mid-July. Some of the students from the first batch were retained for the second.
“This is the first time the Ministry has accommodated so many students,” Human Resources Manager, Marissa Massiah, explained. She further said that the students were particularly impressive and rose to all of the challenges presented to them. In fact, she said, some had complained that there was not enough work.
“I’ve only gotten good reports on them. Some of the heads have even asked for many of them to be retained,” Massiah said. She continued, “Their work ethics were something I hadn’t seen before in children.”
During their time at the Ministry, the students were placed within all of the departments, including Personnel; the Special Projects Unit; Accounts; Electrical; Buildings Department; and the Sea and River Defence Department.
They all relayed that their experiences were positive and they were able to gain first-hand looks at how the ministry contributes to the country’s development along with ‘hands on’ experience. They were also able to witness the execution of a number of projects, including the Umana Yana reconstruction and the resurfacing of the Ogle Airstrip Road.
Meanwhile, the students also met with Minister within the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Annette Ferguson, who urged them to use their newfound knowledge, experience, and skills for the betterment of their futures.
“Your future now begins,” Minister Ferguson said, before she advised them to further their education regardless of their circumstances.
“Perhaps I am here looking at a future President of Guyana,” she added. She concluded by wishing them the best and reminded them to use their innovation and brilliance positively.
“Do not waste your youthful time; take full advantage of the opportunities presented to you and make the best possible future you can.”
This year, the Work Study Programme saw participation from various schools, including St. Joseph High; the Georgetown Technical Institute; Campbellville Secondary; Christ Church Secondary; Cummings Lodge Secondary; West Ruimveldt Secondary; North Georgetown Secondary; Saint Stanislaus College; Richard Ishmael Secondary; Houston Secondary; and Central High School.
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