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5.1 Benefits to Participants:This initiative gives students exposure to career possibilities in their communities andintroduces local businesses to potential future employees.5.2 Clientele:Students who have full-time student status and returning full-time in the fall, and whoare legally entitled to work in Canada. Sponsors must be employers in the private andnot-for-profit sectors (business associations, Chamber of Commerce, etc.).5.3 Partners:Business associations or employers in the private and not-for-profit sectors.5.4 Application Procedures:Employers are encouraged to submit their project proposal to their local HRCC, where itwill be assessed based on local needs and in accordance with the established criteria.Students interested in working in this area should consult their local HRCC or applydirectly with a sponsor organization.5.5 Contact:For more information, please contact: Local Human Resource Centre of Canada (HRCC) Internet: http://youthhrdc-drhc.gc.ca The Government of Canada youth Info Line at 1 800 935-5555 E-mail: ysc@istar.ca6.0 PROGRAM: RCMP SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAMThe program is designed to provide students in law and other related disciplines withthe opportunity for employment within the Criminal Justice system. The goal of theprogram is to introduce students to work experience in the police service sector. Workterms normally last from 12 to 17 weeks.6.1 Benefits to Participants:More than half of the students work alongside a designated mentor officer for the wholesummer while the others work in offices learning forensic sciences, etc. Participantsobtain training and work experience that may assist them in obtaining permanentemployment in the future or in making career choices. This initiative also providesstudents with money and allows them to continue their education.Pg. 177