Fintech Scholarship Aims to Bridge Gender Gap and Ease Job Entry
University costs have left 73% of UK students shocked, with 76% needing part-time jobs. Meanwhile, the fintech sector struggles with gender diversity and tough entry requirements. Quotezone.co.uk's Fintech Scholarship aims to tackle these issues.
Sabrina Abdow, a City, University of London student, won the Fintech Scholarship. She received a £1,000 bursary and a chance to gain work experience at Seopa, the firm behind Quotezone.co.uk.
The scholarship seeks to address the fintech industry's challenges. Historically, only 26% of the UK's technology workforce are women. Additionally, 51.3% of entry-level jobs demand previous work experience, averaging 2.7 years. The scholarship aims to encourage more women into STEM jobs post-graduation, providing vital experience and financial aid.
Sabrina's win highlights the potential of the Fintech Scholarship in bridging the gender gap and easing entry into the fintech sector. By offering financial support and work experience, the scholarship helps students navigate expensive university costs and tough job criteria.
