The Entrepreneurial Scotland Foundation USA
To inspire and develop Scotland's people to build the most entrepreneurial society in the world.
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Saltire Scholar Intern Program
Scotland's future and its place as an influential world leader will be shaped by those who think, act and lead in an entrepreneurial way. Through our Saltire Scholar Intern program we are providing the tools to expedite the careers of young people in order to increase business scale-ups, economic growth and productivity.
This program discovers and nurtures entrepreneurial talent from every background, every Scottish University, and matches it to organizations around the world. The US is our largest market and since its inception in 2007 the Saltire Program has grown to nearly 200 interns placed in globally each year. To date, 600 out of 1,500 interns have been placed in the US.
Applicants come from all Scottish Universities, all degree backgrounds who have completed their Jr year. Less than half qualify for the candidate pool. The ESF team handles all logistics and shortlisting (including visa) so the Host company can focus on leading.
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The Entrepreneurial Scotland Foundation USA
Board of directorsas of 07/22/2022
Helen Sayles
Liberty Mutual
Term: 2017 - 2023
Mark Bamforth
ThairmBio
Mike Smith
PNC Wealth Management
David Young
PEGI Solutions
Chris Cooper
Cairn Enterprises
Derek Blackwood
Wood Group
Forbes Alexander
Steadfast Partners
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