A new apprentice scheme has been launched to provide 20 jobs at the Scottish Parliament.
Successful applicants aged 16-24 will have the opportunity to work in a range of areas including visitor services, events, security, human resources and information technology.
An open day for young people interested in hearing more about the jobs on offer is being held at Holyrood on November 21.
Presiding officer Tricia Marwick said: “The Scottish Parliament is an employer in its own right and we hope to lead by example.
“This apprenticeship scheme will provide opportunities for young people to build the skills to help them in their future careers.
“We will offer a range of positions to help build skills and to develop confidence.”
Paul Grice, chief executive of the Scottish Parliament, said the scheme provided a “great opportunity” for young people from all backgrounds.
“We are always looking for people with initiative to inject different ideas and fresh thinking and, in return, we offer a great organisation where young people can begin their career,” he added.
