Students from the American University in Bulgaria, University of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, and Todor Kableshkov University of Transport took part in GEOSTROY’s 2018 Internship Programme. The interns joined the teams of Construction Department, Finance & Accounting Department, OHSE & IMS Department, and Marketing Department. In the course of their training, the young specialists were able to gain skills and experience in a real work environment, to participate in project development including preparation of tender documents while working under the direct supervision of highly qualified mentors.

During their on-site visit to one of GEOSTROY’s ongoing projects - Zemlyane Metro Depot, part of Metro Line 3, the interns had a unique opportunity to see its final phase: 400 meters of constructed metro rail lines, a train shed for 26 trains, a fully-equipped repair shop, an administrative building, train maintenance facilities and service railway infrastructure.

The Project Manager, M.Eng. Konstantin Petkov, informed them in detail about the preparation and executon of this extremely compex infrastructure project and the challenges faced by the team whose high professionalism, integrity and commitment were crucial to accomplish the final phase.

‘This year our mentees have been working with remarkable zeal and energy, keen and asking lots of questions. It is obvious that they are willing to learn and develop in their chosen professional field,’ said the mentors to the team of Human Resources Department.

The paid internships are conducted from July through September. After their successful completion, the best interns will receive full-time job offers within the company. With the successful implementation of 2018 Internship Programme, GEOSTROY has strengthened its position as a preferred, reliable and forward-looking employer investing its time, financial resources and commitment in the future of young professionals in Bulgaria.