Cash in on career skills programme

SCHOOL leavers in Edinburgh will have the chance to "earn while they learn" through a scheme being run by the Royal Bank of Scotland Group.

Through its Accelerate programme, young people will get training within its corporate banking division.

The two-year programme provides on-the-job training and the opportunity to pursue a career in the banking and finance industry upon completion.

Laura Dean, resourcing manager for the Accelerate programme, said: "At RBS, we are keen to invest in talented and enterprising school leavers to help take the business forward."

To apply, school leavers will need to have a total of 240 Ucas points, or equivalent, and some relevant work experience is also an advantage.

The application deadline is the end of May.

Visit www.jobs.rbs.com/accelerate for details.