Liebherr Container Cranes have launched a new Information Technology Scholarship.

The scholarship reflects the growing importance of information technology as a core component of modern business practice, and provides a unique opportunity for students in the Kerry area to gain a 3rd level qualification in a Business Information Systems / Computer Science course of their choice. Scholarship recipients will have their college fees paid for the duration of their course and will have the additional benefits of being able to complete work experience during summer vacations and college placements throughout the course terms. Scholarship recipients also have the opportunity to continue employment with Liebherr on graduation.

“We are excited to announce this new scholarship and to provide an attractive pathway to employment for enthusiastic students of the Business Information’s / Computer Science industry. Liebherr prides itself on our training and one of the key elements of the scholarship is the practical experience the students will gain at Liebherr during their summer and college work placements, “Claudia Binder, Managing Director – Finance with Liebherr Container Cranes.

“The tradition of both a practical and theoretical education is synonymous with Liebherr. This opportunity allows students to work with us for a number of years and gain valuable insight and experience from working side by side with experienced colleagues in a high tech industry close to home. As we all know, Killarney is a wonderful place to work and live and this scholarship is another pathway to a fascinating career with Liebherr.”

Interested candidates should apply by email to scholarshiprecruit.lcc@liebherr.com.

Applicants should include a CV detailing Leaving Certificate/Junior Certificate/college projects and/or results and a cover letter explaining why they have chosen Business Information Systems / Computer Science as a career path. In the case of leaving certificate applicants, a copy of their completed CAO form showing their choice of Business Information Systems / Computer Science course should be included. Closing date is July 29.