Bahrain’s Labour Fund Tamkeen has partnered with CRCC Asia, a leading provider of international internship programs in Asia, to offer Bahraini engineering graduates a unique opportunity to upskill, gain international exposure, and develop niche specialisations through high quality internships within CRCC Asia's network of companies in Seoul, South Korea. 

 

The collaboration falls within the framework of Tamkeen’s Global-Ready Talent Program. Under the parnetrship with CRCC Asia, Tamkeen will support the placement of four Bahraini graduates in Korean companies for a period of three months, mainly focusing on Engineering and ICT disciplines. 

 

CRCC Asia provides students and graduates from all over the world with opportunities for personal and professional development through organising programs in various places such as China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. The organisation has facilitated training for over 9,000 individuals from more than 100 nations across 18 sectors. CRCC Asia is recognised for its commitment to fostering personal and professional growth on a global scale, a statement said.

 

Tamkeen’s Chief Growth Officer, Khalid Al Bayat, said: "In line with our core mission to foster Bahraini talent, this partnership represents a step towards realizing our vision of a highly skilled workforce that can compete on an international scale. Our focus is on producing highly qualified talent in engineering field and nurturing forefront ideas. Through initiatives like this, we aim to empower Bahraini youth and contribute to the advancement of key sectors in the Kingdom."

 

To date, Tamkeen has placed many Bahrainis across various sectors, demonstrating its dedication to nurturing local talent and facilitating their professional growth. This initiative aligns with Tamkeen’s 2024 strategic priorities which focus on economic impact and the private sector. -TradeArabia News Service