Autotech Academy interns gain IMI Affiliate Membership

20 January 2023  

Autotech Academy’s internship initiative has been boosted through the addition of IMI Affiliate Membership.

Autotech Academy has so far helped over 140 college leavers into internships through the scheme, which places them with employers. Autotech Academy interns are already furnished with a uniform, a toolbox and ongoing support throughout the period of the internship. The addition of IMI Affiliate Membership provides further discounted training and support.

Commenting on the team-up with Autotech Recruit, IMI CEO Steve Nash said: “We need to keep young people engaged in the sector and the combination of Autotech Academy and IMI Affiliate Membership provides a valuable offering. There is little doubt that the automotive aftermarket is an evolving beast, and anyone repairing or maintaining vehicles will need training and upskilling to remain agile, while boosting their employment opportunities. Through the IMI membership, interns will join a network of likeminded sector individuals along with the most up-to-date training courses.”

Autotech Academy National Careers Manager Gemma Edwards, added: “Autotech Academy’s internship initiative closes the loop for employers and colleges. Each internship is designed to suit the needs of the employers but generally runs for 6-12 months. Throughout this time, we actively support the interns, and we are delighted to now offer the IMI Affiliate Membership to so many as it reinforces this commitment. It is vital that we showcase the very best of what the automotive aftermarket has to offer so young people can see the career progression and being a member of the IMI will help to achieve this.”