Lusail:The fourth edition of the Lusail University Career Fair was inaugurated by the Minister of Labor, Dr. Ali bin Samikh Al Marri. The two-day event features participation from over 60 employers across various sectors including education, energy, industry, finance, and business, as well as charitable organizations and law firms.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Ministry of Labor is actively participating in the fair through its National Manpower Recruitment Department and the Qualifying and Skills Development Department. This involvement aims to enhance graduates' understanding of labor market demands and guide them toward suitable career paths in line with their qualifications and skills. These efforts support the Nationalization Plan and the National Strategy for an Effective and Highly Productive Workforce 2024-2030, which aims to cultivate a skilled national workforce contributing to economic growth.
The Ministry's pavilion at the fair provides information about workshops, initiatives, and training courses designed to prepare Qatari graduates and children of Qatari women for the job market. The initiative focuses on guiding students toward academic specializations that align with market needs, thus bolstering their competitiveness for job opportunities in key economic sectors.
Afrah Al Athbah, Director of the National Manpower Recruitment Department, emphasized the Ministry's commitment to aligning education with labor market demands, in accordance with directives from HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani. The Ministry aims to familiarize students with available employment opportunities and encourage participation in academic sponsorships and summer training programs to develop necessary skills for the private sector.
Talila Al Kuwari, Director of Student Life at Lusail University, highlighted the importance of the Career Fair in providing students with a comprehensive educational experience that extends beyond academia to include professional opportunities. She underscored the University's commitment to supporting participants and fostering connections between the academic and professional sectors.
The fair, held on October 14 and 15, 2026, offered activities such as CV-writing workshops to help students prepare professional resumes. The event aimed to bring students and employers together, offering a platform for employment and career development, while enabling entities to identify and attract promising talent.
