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Kuwait Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Zain Summer Program returns for sixth season
In partnership with Kuwait News, Kuwait Times, INJAZ Kuwait, V-Thru KUWAIT: Zain announced the kick-off of the sixth season of its Youth Summer Program, one of the company's flagship initiatives under its community strategy to empower the next generation of national talent in the private sector and prepare a creative workforce capable of succeeding and excelling in today's dynamic job market. This year's edition comes in partnership with the Kuwait News media organization, Kuwait Times English daily, INJAZ Kuwait, and for the first time, V-Thru, Kuwait's leading virtual drive-thru platform, offering participants new hands-on training experiences in digital marketing, smart operations, and the logistics sector. The program will host 35 university students from various majors in a one-month journey that combines fieldwork, hands-on training, and workshops focused on personal and professional skills, all within an interactive environment designed to reflect the needs of the fast-evolving digital job market. Commenting on the launch, Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, said: 'We're proud to launch a new season of our summer program, which has become a highly anticipated annual milestone for ambitious youth. It's not just a training opportunity, but a holistic platform for developing professional and leadership skills and guiding participants toward careers aligned with their talents and ambitions. Our growing partnerships with leading local organizations reflect our commitment to expanding the program's scope and impact year after year.' Scan the code to sign up. He added: 'This year, the program offers four core training tracks. The first is the field track at Zain's retail branches across Kuwait, where participants will be trained in customer service, marketing, sales, and teamwork. The second is the media track in collaboration with Kuwait News and Kuwait Times, where participants will explore content creation, editing, journalism, and photography and videography.' Al-Musaibeeh continued: 'In addition, we have the career skills track in partnership with INJAZ Kuwait, which includes intensive workshops on leadership, communication, career planning, and job market readiness. Finally, the new technical and operations track in collaboration with V-Thru offers students practical experience in a startup environment, with exposure to digital marketing and logistics operations.' Jana Khaldoun Alnaqeeb, Director of PR and CSR at Kuwait News and Kuwait Times, commented: 'Our continued collaboration with Zain in this program for the second year running stems from our belief in the importance of involving youth in shaping media messages and providing them with the tools to understand the media's impact. This season, we'll focus on nurturing creativity and initiative among students through editorial and field experiences that reflect their authentic voices.' Jaber Ashkanani, Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at INJAZ Kuwait, stated: 'We are pleased to continue this strategic partnership with Zain, which spans over 20 years of collaboration aimed at preparing a well-informed generation capable of facing future challenges and the job market.' He added: 'This year, we are especially delighted to collaborate on delivering the 'My Career Path' program for enrolled youth, which focuses on developing leadership skills, creative problem-solving, as well as verbal and written communication skills, among other competencies that help young people become qualified, professional contributors to the workforce.' 'At V-Thru, we believe it's our responsibility to pass on the knowledge, experience, and values we've gained through building one of Kuwait's fastest-growing tech startups,' said Abdullah Al-Shalabi, Co-Founder and CEO of V-Thru. 'This initiative reflects our commitment to investing in local youth and preparing them to thrive in a digital-first economy.' 'In turn, we gain valuable insights from this generation, their perspectives help us understand the evolving needs of tomorrow's market. The program also serves as a strong recruitment channel: several of our top-performing employees started as interns.' He added: 'This partnership with Zain allows us to scale our impact by reaching even more students and fresh graduates, giving them hands-on exposure to real-world challenges in technology, operations, marketing, and customer experience. Together, we're not just creating internship opportunities, we're building a pipeline of future leaders for Kuwait's innovation ecosystem.' Zain's Summer Program is held under the umbrella of its youth empowerment platform Future University Network (FUN), one of the company's longest-running sustainable initiatives launched in 2008. Hundreds of students have benefited from the program over the years, many of whom later joined Zain's workforce after graduation as full-time employees. In the program's last edition, participants completed over 90 training hours across various fields. The program achieved remarkable success, reflected in the valuable feedback shared by students and Zain's partners, further underscoring the importance of continuing and expanding this initiative to meet the evolving aspirations of future generations.
Kuwait Times
19-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Zain recognized for empowering national talent in private sector
Company recently participated in AUM's annual Career Expo KUWAIT: Zain received a recognition from the American University of the Middle East (AUM) in appreciation of its ongoing efforts to empower the local job market with skilled national talent capable of leading Kuwait's digital future. The recognition was presented during the university's annual Excellence Awards ceremony honoring leading companies, held at the Cultural Center on its Egaila campus. During the event, Tareq Al-Othman, Chairman of HumanSoft Holding, presented the award to Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, in recognition of the company's continuous support of the AUM Career Expo. Zain recently sponsored the expo's 11th edition, which was also attended by AUM President, Prof Dr Georges Yahchouchi. The award highlights the strength of the long-standing partnership between Zain and AUM, and Zain's strategic role in consistently attracting and developing national talent for the private sector. This contribution helps strengthen the presence of local competencies in the job market, especially in skillsets related to STEM. Zain expressed its gratitude to AUM for this recognition, viewing it as a meaningful acknowledgment from one of the country's leading academic institutions of the company's role in supporting the development of both education and human capital, two key pillars for advancing Kuwait's economy. Al-Othman honors Al-Musaibeeh in recognition of Zain's excellence in attracting national talents to the private sector. Zain recently participated in the 11th AUM Career Expo, organized by the university's Career Development and Placement Center (Tawteen), under the theme 'We Believe in Talents, We Create Opportunities'. The event stands as one of the largest and most prominent career fairs in Kuwait, with participation from over 55 local and international organizations offering more than 300 job opportunities for graduates and job seekers. At its dedicated booth, Zain showcased its recruitment policy and available career opportunities, while also introducing university students to its Future University Network (FUN) internship program, aimed at providing hands-on experience from the actual workplace environment. Through such initiatives, Zain aims to energize the local labor market, foster the exchange of knowledge and expertise, and enable young people to find career paths that match their ambitions and capabilities, ultimately contributing to the national economy and boosting national talent participation in Kuwait's private sector.
Arab Times
18-05-2025
- Business
- Arab Times
Zain recognized for empowering national talent in the private sector
KUWAIT CITY, May 18: Zain received a recognition from the American University of the Middle East (AUM) in appreciation of its ongoing efforts to empower the local job market with skilled national talent capable of leading Kuwait's digital future. The recognition was presented during the university's annual Excellence Awards ceremony honoring leading companies, held at the Cultural Center on its Egaila campus. During the event, Tareq Al-Othman, Chairman of HumanSoft Holding, presented the award to Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, in recognition of the company's continuous support of the AUM Career Expo. Zain recently sponsored the expo's 11th edition, which was also attended by AUM President, Prof. Dr. Georges Yahchouchi. The award highlights the strength of the long-standing partnership between Zain and AUM, and Zain's strategic role in consistently attracting and developing national talent for the private sector. This contribution helps strengthen the presence of local competencies in the job market, especially in skillsets related to STEM. Zain expressed its gratitude to AUM for this recognition, viewing it as a meaningful acknowledgment from one of the country's leading academic institutions of the company's role in supporting the development of both education and human capital, two key pillars for advancing Kuwait's economy. Zain recently participated in the 11th AUM Career Expo, organized by the university's Career Development and Placement Center (Tawteen), under the theme 'We Believe in Talents, We Create Opportunities'. The event stands as one of the largest and most prominent career fairs in Kuwait, with participation from over 55 local and international organizations offering more than 300 job opportunities for graduates and job seekers. At its dedicated booth, Zain showcased its recruitment policy and available career opportunities, while also introducing university students to its Future University Network (FUN) internship program, aimed at providing hands-on experience from the actual workplace environment. Through such initiatives, Zain aims to energize the local labor market, foster the exchange of knowledge and expertise, and enable young people to find career paths that match their ambitions and capabilities, ultimately contributing to the national economy and boosting national talent participation in Kuwait's private sector.
Kuwait Times
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Zain congratulates Qatar for winning championship title
KUWAIT: Zain announced its official sponsorship of the 10thArab Handball Cup Championship, which was hosted in Kuwait and organized by the Kuwait Handball Federation. The tournament saw the participation of 9 Arab national teams who competed over a full week in a vibrant sports atmosphere and a strong fan presence. The championship concluded with Qatar winning the title, Bahrain coming in second, and Kuwait taking third place. At the closing ceremony, President of the Kuwait Handball Federation, Fouad Al-Bloushi, honored Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, in recognition of Zain's support for the championship. The company's sponsorship came as part of its ongoing strategy to support major tournaments that enhance Kuwait's presence in both local and international sports arenas. The company is keen on supporting high-profile competitions hosted in the country that reflect diversity and excellence across various sports disciplines, including handball, which enjoys a wide fan base and a record of notable achievements by the Kuwaiti national team. Fouad Al-Bloushi honors Hamad Al-Musaibeeh for Zain's support of the championship. The tournament featured an electric atmosphere and remarkable fan attendance. The 10thedition of the championship was held at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex and featured 9 strong Arab teams: Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Iraq, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, and the host nation Kuwait. The Kuwaiti national team achieved third place following a commendable performance that received praise from fans and spectators, reflecting the significant progress of handball in Kuwait. Zain expressed its pride in being part of this major sporting event that brought together top Arab handball talents. The company affirmed that its sponsorship of the tournament aligns with its vision to empower young athletes, showcase national talent, and promote a culture of fair competition within a healthy sports environment that positively contributes to society. Zain continues to support sports and athletes through its strategic partnerships with official sports bodies and its belief in sports as a key driver of social and youth development. The company emphasized that such tournaments help reinforce Kuwait's position as a vibrant sports hub in the region.
Arab Times
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Zain renews commitment to supporting sports locally and regionally
KUWAIT CITY, May 15: Zain announced its official sponsorship of the 10th Arab Handball Cup Championship, which was hosted in Kuwait and organized by the Kuwait Handball Federation. The tournament saw the participation of 9 Arab national teams who competed over a full week in a vibrant sports atmosphere and a strong fan presence. The championship concluded with Qatar winning the title, Bahrain coming in second, and Kuwait taking third place. At the closing ceremony, President of the Kuwait Handball Federation, Fouad Al-Bloushi, honored Hamad Al-Musaibeeh, Corporate Relations Department Manager at Zain Kuwait, in recognition of Zain's support for the championship. The company's sponsorship came as part of its ongoing strategy to support major tournaments that enhance Kuwait's presence in both local and international sports arenas. The company is keen on supporting high-profile competitions hosted in the country that reflect diversity and excellence across various sports disciplines, including handball, which enjoys a wide fan base and a record of notable achievements by the Kuwaiti national team. The 10th edition of the championship was held at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex and featured 9 strong Arab teams: Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Iraq, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, and the host nation, Kuwait. The Kuwaiti national team achieved third place following a commendable performance that received praise from fans and spectators, reflecting the significant progress of handball in Kuwait. Zain expressed its pride in being part of this major sporting event that brought together top Arab handball talents. The company affirmed that its sponsorship of the tournament aligns with its vision to empower young athletes, showcase national talent, and promote a culture of fair competition within a healthy sports environment that positively contributes to society. Zain continues to support sports and athletes through its strategic partnerships with official sports bodies and its belief in sports as a key driver of social and youth development. The company emphasized that such tournaments help reinforce Kuwait's position as a vibrant sports hub in the region.
