23-04-2025
450 students turn up at the internship fair
As many as 450 students from different colleges and universities, along with more than 50 corporate representatives and employers, turned up for the internship fair hosted by the Diplomatic Club in Al Qurum recently.
The Fair, the first of its kind in Oman, aimed to match students with prospective employers for paid internships. Companies from all sectors, including corporates and SMEs, attended the Fair.
Participants noted that the fair provided a platform to explore job and internship opportunities, a crucial step in their career preparation. In addition to networking opportunities, the fair offered CV review sessions and mock interviews to help students refine their resumes and improve their interview skills.
The day-long event also provided students and graduates with a vital opportunity to connect with industry professionals and build skills necessary for success in a competitive job market.
"The internship fair was a great success, providing participants with valuable practical feedback and helping them understand employer expectations to enhance their job market prospects," said Nitin Sapre, CEO of Europcar in Oman & Bahrain, who initiated the idea for the Fair with his team. The event was supported by the British Business Forum (BBF), Oman American Business Council (OABC) and the Indo Gulf & Middle East Chamber of Commerce (INMECC).
"The OABC's member companies were excited to meet talented future employees at the internship fair. It was a win-win for all attendees and a great opportunity to connect face-to-face with other employers," said Rebecca Olson of OABC. Plans are already in motion to repeat the event annually and bring in more participants to provide guidance for their careers, added Maggie Jeans from BBF.
GUtech, represented by the Student Affairs Department, previously hosted its annual Career and Internship Fair, bringing together students, graduates and company representatives for networking and professional development.
