The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has announced that 48 higher education institutions (HEIs) have joined the National Work Experience Platform for higher education students in the UAE.
The platform connects academic learning with work experience and strengthens students’ readiness for the labour market. Within three months of its launch, 37 public and private sector training providers have joined the platform, offering 545 work experience opportunities in finance, insurance, ICT, administrative services, education, and real estate.
Khalfan Mohammed Alsuwaidi, Director of Employment Support and Labour Market Partnerships Department at MoHESR, said, “The National Work Experience Platform has seen strong momentum in recent months, with increasing engagement from stakeholders. This reflects rising awareness of the importance of integrating academic learning with work experience and supports the development of a competitive, future-ready workforce.”
