Brightsun Travel successfully held its “Inspire a Teen to Work in Travel” event on March 30th, 2023. The day provided employees’ relatives between the ages of 13 and 19 with valuable insights into the wide range of career opportunities available in the travel industry from finance to tech, HR to sales and marketing pathways.
The event featured informative sessions and the interactive activities designed to engage and to educate teenagers on various travel related careers. Attendees were given advice on how to build a resume, how to answer interview questions, how to negotiate salaries and how to handle difficult situations. They were also given a group business task on creating and pitching a dream holiday to each other, as well as a fun travel quiz where they could win prizes.
Commenting on this occasion, Sandeep Arora, Director of Brightsun Travel India said, “We are pleased to have successfully hosted this event and provided young talents with a comprehensive understanding of the various job opportunities available in the tourism industry. Our objective was to inspire and encourage teenagers to explore the travel industry as a potential career path and learn from experts who are passionate about their work.”
Apart from the educational aspect of the event, teenagers got to experience the real-life work culture of Brightsun Travel and gain a better understanding of what it’s like to work in the travel industry. Attendees had the chance to network with experienced professionals in the industry and explore different career paths available to them. The event was a unique opportunity for the staff to share their workplace experiences with their teen-aged relatives, and inspire them to set career goals and achieve them in the future. Refreshments and lunch were provided throughout the day, ensuring a memorable and fulfilling experience for these young adults.