The Ministry of Labour in Qatar, in collaboration with the Career Development Student Association at Qatar University and the Qatar Career Development Centre, has launched the 2nd edition of the Career Camp for university students. The goal of this initiative is to empower graduating students and equip them with the necessary skills to excel in the labour market. Assistant Undersecretary for National Manpower Affairs in the Private Sector, Shaikha Abdulrahman Al Badi, emphasized that this initiative is part of broader efforts to prepare and qualify the national workforce for the private sector labour market. The aim is to establish a strong national talent pool capable of driving progress in various economic sectors and contribute to the nation’s sustainable development goals.
The strategy also focuses on attracting highly skilled expatriate workers to enhance the overall quality of the workforce. Director of the Qualifying and Skills Development Department at the Ministry of Labour, Mohammed Salem Al Khlaifi, stressed the importance of engaging with students nearing graduation to better prepare them for entering the workforce. The Career Camp provides students with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with sought-after specializations and essential skills needed for the job market, thus boosting their employability and readiness.
President of Qatar University’s Career Development Student Association, Mohamed Al Hafiz, mentioned that the number of participants in the Career Camp has been increased to 60 students from various universities. He also highlighted the expansion of field visits, including a visit to Qatar Science and Technology Park to raise awareness of global and local trends in entrepreneurship and innovation. Additionally, the quality of training content and trainers has been significantly improved. Acting Director of QCDC, Saad Abdulla Al Kharji, expressed the value of the partnership with the Ministry of Labour in supporting ambitious youth through the Career Camp.
The program of the Career Camp includes workshops, activities, and field visits to workplace environments aimed at fostering self-development, building confidence, and enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, planning, and emotional intelligence. Participants also engage in mock job interviews to gain hands-on experience and develop transferable skills applicable across multiple sectors. The Career Camp received 300 applications, followed by personal interviews with shortlisted candidates. Ultimately, 60 students were selected to participate in this edition, providing them with valuable skills and experiences to succeed in the job market and contribute to the nation’s future.
