Testimonials and achievements
Hear from our Interns and graduates
100% of our current Interns said that their confidence has improved since joining the programme.
99% of our current Interns said that their communication skills have improved since joining the programme.
100% of our current Interns said DFN Project SEARCH was the right next step for them.
Quotes from our 2023-2024 Programme Interns:
Who do you think DFN Project SEARCH would be good for?
"People who struggle to work and people who like making new friends along the way"
"People who need help getting experience for work"
"Anyone with a learning disability or that wants to transition from a school/college environment into the working world."
What would you tell anyone interested in joining DFN Project SEARCH next year?
"Don't worry about being anxious as you will feel welcomed as you settle in".
"I would tell them to go ahead and apply."
"If they are unsure then they should go to as many open events as possible before the program starts."
"I like DFN Project SEARCH, it has helped my confidence and I have learnt new skills"
"I would say experience it. It will help you for the future"
What have you enjoyed about being on DFN Project SEARCH so far?
"Learning new skills and also learning how to write a CV and to do a presentation"
"The new friends (and old) I have met and spent time with"
"Engineering in Thorpe Park"
"Getting to know everyone, learning new things at work and communicating with the team. I feel that I get a lot of support from my tutor, mentor and manager"
"I really like the company of the managers I work with and how friendly and supportive the tutors are"
Success stories
Check out #YSEG on Instagram to see what our past and present interns are up to
Hear about Chris's progression at Snakes and Ladders
Read about Harry's journey in Hounslow Council's Digital and IT team
Listen to the experiences of young people and their employer at Thorpe Park
Hear about our Interns experiences while working at Thorpe Park
Celebrations
Kinan was an Intern on DFN Project SEARCH and since graduating in 2023 he has progressed onto an apprenticeship with the London Borough of Hounslow. He was also recently nominated for a One Hounslow Achievement Award, and won the "Rising Star" award.
Celebrating the DFN Project SEARCH graduating class of 2024
Video: Jack from Project Search talks about his work placement.
