University students Taija McRae, Aaron Santamaria, and Alisalee Aaron have been appointed as interns this summer at the Cayman Islands branch of global software company Brave Software.

Meet Janelle Woods the 2019 Cayman Enterprise City Marketing Intern.

This month CEC had the incredible opportunity to interview the latest Intelligent Devices SEZC Inc. (IDI) Intern Monique Barrett. A charming young student educated at John Gray Highschool. Monique first joined CEC this past July as she partook in our “Summer in The City” internship programme. An educational opportunity to help grow our young community in the Cayman Islands.

Most notable piece of work during the internship programme was the development of a device that uses AI technology to detect invasive lionfish.

Code (Cayman) supports and develops active contributors to Cayman’s digital economy. Code (Cayman) designs and organizes programs for individuals interested in software development

Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) has attracted 250 special economic zone (SEZ) companies to establish a physical presence in the Cayman Islands. This new book of knowledge-based industries is offering a growing number of opportunities for Caymanians and residents of the Cayman Islands and CEC is working to ensure that these opportunities are available and accessible to everyone.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2019 Enterprise Cayman “Summer in the City” internship programme.

Unbelievable show of attendance took place on Friday 8th of February as the Chamber of Commerce’s held their annual Career, Education & Training Expo. Over 800 students from both public and private schools partook in the job fair that was held at the University College of the Cayman Islands.

Meet Stephanie Christian a past ‘Summer in the City’ Intern who recently completed her Associate Degree at the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) in Engineering Technology. Stephanie interned last summer with Cindy O’Hara the Chief Development Officer at Cayman Enterprise City (CEC).

Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) is excited to announce our successful “Summer in the City” Internship Programme is now accepting applications for the seventh year in a row!

Caymanian student Hollie Coleman interned for special economic zone company NeuralStudio SEZC through Cayman Enterprise City’s “Summer in the City” internship programme.

Roy Bodden, President of The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI), presented Charlie Kirkconnell, CEO of Cayman Enterprise City (CEC), with the President’s Medal at the 1 November 2018 Commencement Ceremony held in Sir Vassel Johnson Hall. The award was given in recognition of CEC’s longstanding and on-going commitment to supporting UCCI’s technology-driven programmes in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).

The Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) “Summer in the City” programme has been running for six years and has offered countless students high-impact internship and mentorship opportunities within Cayman’s special economic zones. These sought-after placements have given Caymanians and residents of the Cayman Islands the opportunity to work alongside some of the world top technology experts and with CEC’s growing team of top-top professionals.

Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) was pleased to be able to make a dream come true for local student Taija McRae at the recent Cayman Islands Marketing Professionals Association (CIMPA) Conference held 25-26 September 2018. Taija, aged 18, is currently pursuing her Associates Degree at the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) and her dream job is to work at Buzzfeed, an award-winning online media company. CEC facilitated a meet-and-greet for Taija with Buzzfeed’s Executive Creative Director, Richard Alan Reid, and sponsored the student’s attendance at the two-day marketing conference.

This summer Courtney Thomas (18) who is currently pursuing her IB Diploma at United World College Maastricht (UWCM) has been interning with Kaitlyn Elphinstone, the Marketing Manager at Cayman Enterprise City (CEC). Thomas was able to learn about marketing and the importance of building relationships and crafting content.

This summer Stephanie Christian (22) who recently completed her Associate Degree at the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) in Engineering Tech

This summer Kimberly Grant (22) who is studying Allied Health with a concentration in Medical Science at the University of Tampa (UT) has been interning with Maria Phillip, the Vice President of Client Experience & Operations at Cayman Enterprise City (CEC). Grant is learning all about database management for companies set up within CEC and for prospective clients who are looking to set up their business within Cayman’s special economic zones. This summer Grant has been assisting with the client experience portal and helping to ensure data is organised and up to date with current protocols.

Enterprise Cayman Hosts Interns at “Summer in the City” Networking Event Connecting Local Talent with Opportunities within Cayman’s Special Economic Zones Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (6 August 2018) – Cayman Enterprise City’s (CEC) Enterprise Cayman initiative hosted its annual Summer in the City networking event at the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands (NGCI) on Thursday, 2 August 2018. The event was open to students and recent graduates who applied to the Summer in the City internship programme and offered job seekers the opportunity to meet with CEC staff and professionals working within Cayman’s special economic zones (SEZs). Students were given a chance to put their networking skills to the test and discuss their achievements and career goals. Likewise, SEZ members and CEC staff were given the opportunity to scout future talent and provide insight into their sectors.

This summer Taneil Lee (21) who is studying public health and is on a pre-medicine track at the University of South Florida (USF) has been interning with Joanne Watters, the General Manager of Intelligent Devices SEZC Inc. (IDI). Lee is learning about the importance of taking medication as prescribed. IDI’s Electronic Content Monitoring (ECM©) technology is used to track patient usage of prescribed medication.

Matthew Elphinstone (20), who has been interning with NeuralStudio SECZ has successfully created a proof of concept for a device which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to recognise lionfish, an invasive species of fish which are now established along the southeast coast of the U.S., the Caribbean, and in parts of the Gulf of Mexico. The prototype was designed during a “Summer in the City” internship placement. Now in its sixth year, the internship programme connects young Caymanians with internship opportunities throughout Cayman Enterprise City, Special Economic Zones (CEC).

Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) and the special economic zones (SEZs) continue to significantly impact the Cayman Islands’ economy. To date the development project has contributed an estimated US $155.16 million to Cayman’s economy ($113.01 million in direct spending and $42.15 million indirectly). Last year alone CEC contributed an estimated US $41.56 million. The 2017 figures reflect a 9.4% increase over 2016’s $37.6 million. The announcement, in keeping with a commitment CEC made in its first year to disclose its local economic impact annually, is the latest report of seven — the first released in 2011.

Cayman Enterprise City’s Enterprise Cayman initiative is now accepting applications for its annual “Summer in the City” internship programme. Now in its sixth year the programme aims to place 20+ young people with internship opportunities throughout Cayman Enterprise City (CEC) and the special economic zones (SEZs), which include: Cayman Tech City, Cayman Commodities & Derivatives City, and Cayman Maritime & Aviation City. To participate interested candidates can visit the Enterprise Cayman website and apply online. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2018.

Enterprise Cayman promotes coding and tech careers to young Caymanians at Chamber of Commerce Career Expo

Cayman Enterprise City honors its commitment to help develop job skills and job opportunities for Caymanians through its Enterprise Cayman initiative.

Enterprise Cayman is a partnership between CEC and the Government to create opportunities for Caymanians, One initiative is the Schools’ Outreach Programme supporting STEM education.

Enterprise Cayman has started a coding club in Grand Cayman in response to high demand after a Code 101 workshop held earlier this year.

24-year-old Caymanian Computer Science major Jamal Clarke has turned a summer internship in Cayman Enterprise City into an exciting new job!

In recognition of the key role youth plays towards charting Cayman’s course into the future, the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) partnered with CEC to host a STEM Summer camp this August.

CEC and the Cayman Islands Government have a joint initiative called Enterprise Cayman, developed to connect Caymanians with opportunities within the zone.

Cayman Enterprise City's annual internship programme is entering its 5th year this summer.

Interested in learning to code? The Code 101 Workshop will let you explore what could be a new career. Cayman Enterprise City, Code Fellows, UCCI and Maples

Diversifying the future of Young Caymanians through STEM Education

Cayman International Film Festival marks growth of event and a growing partnership with Cayman Media Park, part of Cayman Enterprise City.

CAYMAN 27, STEM, EDUCATION

The Coolest Internship in Cayman Contest Launched

Courses where individuals can learn from industry experts and nurture their professional growth at their own pace, with Enterprise Cayman and Code Fellows.