Alshaya Group and PAM celebrate successful completion of summer internship for 160 Kuwaiti students
The one-month programme, held from 29th June to 24th July, enabled young students to train at major brands across multiple locations, including Starbucks, H&M, Footlocker, Next, Muji, Milano, American Eagle, Victoria's Secret, Harvey Nichols, River Island, Jack Wills, Texas Roadhouse, Asha's, The Cheesecake Factory, Chipotle, Shake Shack, Pinkberry, Be Babel, Bath and Body Works, KidZania, TekZone, and Quest.
The Kuwaiti interns completed an immersive programme featuring practical training and a comprehensive overview of store operations, covering sales, promotions, customer service, merchandising, and stock management. The experience ended with a graduation ceremony at Burj Alshaya, where they received Certificates of Completion.
'Taking part in the internship at Starbucks opened my eyes to how retail is truly a team effort,' said Leen Abdallah from Al-Aasma'a Bint Al-Hareth High School. 'From the first day, I was encouraged to take initiative and contribute ideas, and I learned how important collaboration and communication are in a fast-paced environment. This experience has given me valuable skills and inspired me to consider a future career in retail.'
'As we welcome young interns into our stores each year, we witness their enthusiasm and growth firsthand,' said Bashir Mazraani, Regional People Director, Alshaya Group. 'These internships not only shape the future of our retail industry but also empower Kuwaiti youth to realise their potential, build confidence, and aspire to meaningful careers. We are proud to contribute to their journey and the continued success of our community.'
'I am delighted to see many students willingly dedicate their summer break to gain valuable work experience and invest in their future careers. Alshaya Group has consistently been a key supporter of the project, offering numerous training opportunities for students. Their high-quality training programs have significantly enhanced the students' learning experiences. This internship provided our students with practical experience and empowered them to discover their strengths and pursue new ambitions," said Altaf Al-Said, Programme Coordinator at PAM. "Through hands-on learning and mentorship, we have seen remarkable growth in confidence and professionalism among the participants. I hope to see them in even greater roles in the future.
Every year, Alshaya collaborates with the Public Authority of Manpower to offer retail internships to local students. These programs complement university education with practical experience, fostering future retail professionals.
About Alshaya Group
Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned business, first established in Kuwait in 1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya Group is one of the world's leading brand franchise operators, offering an unparalleled choice of over 70 well-loved, international brands to customers.
Alshaya Group's portfolio extends across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Türkiye and Europe, with over 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants, and leisure destinations, major logistics and food production operations, as well as over 125 online and digital businesses including one of the region's biggest retail loyalty programmes, Aura.
Operating in multiple sectors including Fashion, Food, Health & Beauty, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Hospitality & Entertainment, over 50,000 Alshaya colleagues are united by a commitment to authentically deliver great customer service and brand experiences.
From flagship stores and restaurants in prestige malls, through to local coffee shops, drive-thrus and online, Alshaya Group brings customers the experiences they want with the brands they love, in the ways they choose - including Starbucks, American Eagle, Footlocker, Victoria's Secret, H&M, Bath & Body Works, Charlotte Tilbury, Raising Cane's, Shake Shack, and Chipotle.
Learn more about Alshaya Group at www.alshaya.com.
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