The Emirates Human Resources Development Council (EHRDC) has strengthened its partnership with Keolis MHI, the operator and maintainer of Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram, to deliver training sessions for university students and Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) students in Dubai.
The initiative aims to provide students with practical skills and prepare them for evolving job market. The collaboration falls in line with EHRDC’s unwavering commitment to empowering and qualifying Emirati talent while developing them as key driver of the country’s digital economy.
In 2024, a total of 104 students, including 66 Emirati students benefited from Keolis MHI’s training program. The program offered training to students across various major fields to meet the evolving demands of the digital economy and smart transport sector.
Key areas covered by the program include electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, information technology, mechatronics, international relations, marketing and communications, project management, computer science, network and systems administration, among others.
HE Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi Deputy Chairman – EHRDC
“At EHRDC, we strive to establish strong strategic partnerships with private sector companies to create new opportunities for Emirati talent, further contributing to the nation’s vision of fostering a sustainable, knowledge-based economy driven by national expertise, technological innovation, and future industries.”
Abdulaziz Al Falahi, General Superintendent of Recruitment at EHRDC, commented that, “The partnership with Keolis MHI embodies the Council’s commitment to empowering Emirati students by equipping them with the skills and expertise needed to succeed in the competitive job market.”
Al Falahi also highlighted the Council’s dedication to delivering practical training opportunities across crucial key sectors such as transportation and technology, ensuring that the next generation of national talent is well-equipped to drive economic growth and contribute to the UAE’s digital transformation goals.
Furthermore, H.E. Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi emphasized that the partnership with Keolis MHI is a testament to EHRDC’s goal of empowering national talents through hands-on training and professional qualification courses.
Zayed Al Falasi underscored that these training programs equip students with numerous valuable opportunities to enhance their technical and professional skills while empowering them to play a key role in economic development and meeting the evolving requirements of the future job market.
David Franks, Managing Director of Keolis MHI, highlighted the significant role of the collaboration with EHRDC in attracting, nurturing and developing a vast pool of young Emirati talents.
The Managing Director further stressed the company’s unwavering commitment to fostering an advanced training environment that equips students with vital technical skills, boosts their competitiveness and prepares them to succeed in the smart transport sector while contributing to its continuous development.
Amal Abdullatif, Chief People Officer at Keolis MHI, added that, “Rail transport’s next generation stands as a strategic pillar of the future of smart mobility. We are delighted to partner with EHRDC in providing 100 apprenticeship opportunities for Emirati students during our 2025 intake. With 14 students already on board, we encourage eligible and ambitious candidates to submit their applications.”
This initiative highlights EHRDC’s unwavering dedication to reinforcing collaborations between public and private sectors, while delivering top-notch training opportunities that enable Emirati youth to build successful careers in key industries such as transport, technology and engineering.
