More than 1,000 Sands China team members have shown interest in the company's new Integrated Resort Career Development Program, with nearly 400 now participating in the first phase of the recently launched program. The initiative was announced in May, and team members have shown a keen interest in taking advantage of the opportunity it provides. Participating staff are gaining experience working in several non-gaming departments throughout the company's integrated resorts, via voluntary six-month assignments. The program kicked off June 15, with close to 200 team members now working with the hotel operations team, in front office, public areas, concierge, recreation, housekeeping, guest services and retail. Another 60 have started working with the entertainment team, and over 100 will begin working with the food and beverage department later this month.