April, 2017

Career Village 2017

9:00am - 2:00pm

Brief

Career Village is an initiative designed by Qatar Career Development Center, a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, to provide support for high school students. The event will take place on April 26-27, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. The first day of the event will be dedicated for male students while female students will be welcomed on the second day.

Career Village brings together representatives of leading Qatar-based organizations and institutions from numerous industries including:

  1. Education
  2. Business and Finance
  3. Energy and Manufacturing
  4. Communication and Transportation
  5. Health
  6. Municipality and Environment
  7. Media
  8. Security Brief

Objectives

The initiative aims to instill a strong career culture among Qatari high school students and to familiarize them with the dynamics and challenges of Qatar’s labor market.
The event will introduce students to career fields that enable them to best serve their country. Career Village will also contribute to educating students on academic specialties and career opportunities through on-site interviews with representatives of companies, institutions and universities taking part in the Village. Students will also have a chance to participate in interactive activities, offered by these institutions, to learn about different professions. Objectives

Target

  • High school students
  • Parents Target

Date

  • The event will take place on April 26-27, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. The first day of the event will be dedicated for male students while female students will be welcomed on the second day Date

Activities

Qatari youth will participate in simulations of workplaces that represent various careers and will learn about scholarship and internship opportunities at various institutions.

Students will also visit exhibits where leading organizations will showcase interactive activities. The visits will offer students the opportunity to learn about different professions and work requirements, which will help them better plan their future career path.
Activities

Inquiries
Kindly contact Ms. Khoulod Al Mannai, Director of Programs at Qatar Career Development Center by sending an email to khmannai@qf.org.qa  or calling on: (+974) 44547103.
Inquiries