- Abu Dhabi University, ExxonMobil, and Knowledge Group Consulting co-hosted the Future STEM Leaders Summer Camp, offering Emirati students hands-on learning in areas like drone engineering, robotics, data analytics, water treatment, and plastic waste recycling.
- The camp aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry needs, equipping students with critical STEM skills, career insights, and life-skills training to prepare them for future high-impact sectors.
- Leaders from Abu Dhabi University, ExxonMobil, and Knowledge Group highlighted the program’s success in igniting STEM passion, fostering innovation, and empowering the UAE’s next generation of scientific and technological leaders.
Conceived and conducted by Abu Dhabi University and Knowledge Group Consulting, the camp gathered Emirati students for an exhaustive learning experience that combined technical skill development with industry interface. The program provided experiential workshops in future-oriented subjects such as drone engineering, data analytics, robotics, structural engineering, water treatment, and recycling of plastic waste, with career-oriented sessions and life-skills enrichment.
Mohammed Alamin, ExxonMobil President in the UAE, explained: "It was a real pleasure to see the energy, curiosity, and drive of the students at the ExxonMobil Future STEM Leaders Summer Camp. The initiative has been a huge success in igniting a passion for STEM among young Emirati minds, and we are proud to have contributed to guiding them on their path to future careers in science and technology".
Underpinned by accelerating technological advancements, STEM skills are increasingly becoming a necessity for students in order to succeed in the labour market of today. STEM skills equip students with thinking, imagination, technology and analytical skills – all of which are highly valued across business sectors.
"STEM professions are one of the most rapidly developing professions globally", stated Professor Ghassan Aouad, Abu Dhabi University Chancellor. "We are dedicated at Abu Dhabi University to closing the gap between theoretical education and business requirements through forward-thinking learning opportunities. The Future STEM Leaders Summer Camp is a platform that provides Emirati young people with the abilities, innovation, and flexibility to thrive in future high-impact sectors".
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"With our strategic partnerships with industry giants such as ExxonMobil and Knowledge Group, we are empowering and motivating a generation poised to lead, innovate, and shape the future of the UAE and beyond".
An award-winning human capital consultancy company and training provider, Knowledge Group Consulting co-led the program design and delivery. The firm's assistance in the program, Alamin says, was priceless. "This program would not have been possible without the excellent assistance from Knowledge Group Consulting in bringing such a meaningful and impactful experience.
Looking back at the partnership, Ahmad Badr, CEO of Knowledge Group, commented: "We are honored to work with Abu Dhabi University and ExxonMobil to provide an engaging STEM experience that inspires and empowers young Emirati talent. This summer camp offers more than learning by involving students in hands-on, real-world projects that stimulate their passion and create key skills for challenges tomorrow".
