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RAK Jobs and Internships Festival
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      Connecting Talent with Opportunity

      Launched in 2023, the Ras Al Khaimah Jobs & Internships Festival (RAKJIF) is a key initiative of the Al Qasimi Foundation’s Ras Al Khaimah Jobs and Internships Program. Organized in collaboration with the Department of Human Resources, Ras Al Khaimah, the Festival serves as a platform that brings together talented Emirati job seekers and leading employers across the UAE to strengthen career pathways and support national Emiratization efforts.

      With a focus on real impact, RAKJIF connects students, graduates, and job seekers with internship and full-time opportunities, while helping organizations across sectors meet their hiring needs and workforce development goals.

      Join us as we create new opportunities for professional growth and drive forward the future of Emirati employment.

      The Festival

      RAKJIF is a vibrant, community-driven event that offers a dynamic networking space for both job seekers and employers. Building on the success of its pilot edition, the 2024 Festival welcomed over 1,000 job seekers and 55 employers, with more than 380 job openings and 102 internship opportunities on offer.

      Through on-the-spot interviews, career workshops, and resume clinics, the Festival provides a comprehensive experience for job seekers, while employers benefit from direct access to emerging talent and dedicated Emiratization support.

      As we prepare for future editions, RAKJIF continues to evolve, empowering Emirati talent and strengthening partnerships that contribute to Ras Al Khaimah’s economic and social development.

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      Key Highlights

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      Jobseekers in attendance
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      Employers across government, private, and nonprofit sectors
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      Jobs and internships
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      Confirmed placements
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      Get Involved

      Are you an employer looking to connect with top Emirati talent? We invite companies, organizations, and sponsors to join us at the upcoming RAKJIF and be part of this impactful initiative. If you are interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, or recruiting, please complete the interest form below. Our team will reach out and guide you through the next steps.

      Exhibitor/Sponsor Interest Form

      If you would like support in finding Emirati candidates for current or future openings within your organization, kindly complete the form below, and we will assist you in finding the right candidates to meet your needs.

      Hirings Interest Form

      Building Careers, Strengthening Communities

      At its heart, RAKJIF is about more than just jobs. It’s about creating sustainable career pathways, supporting Emirati youth, and building a vibrant, resilient workforce for the future of Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE. We look forward to welcoming you to the next chapter of RAKJIF’s journey.

      Contact us for more information about RAKJIF 2025 through email on learningteam@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae

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      Objectives

      • Identify promising Ras Al Khaimah students and support their academic and personal development through university studies.
      • Support Ras Al Khaimah Government entities in developing future leaders through postgraduate studies and specialized qualifications.
      • Encourage varied careers and the development of knowledge and expertise for addressing the vision and strategic needs of the emirate.
      • Build collaborations with government entities and academic institutions that support talent development.

      Types of Scholarships

      The Scholarship Office administers full, partial, and supplemental scholarships for domestic and overseas studies at the bachelor, master, and doctoral (PhD) levels. Funding and specific inclusions are determined based on the admitting universities/degree programs, available budget, and co-sponsorship support from other entities such as an employer or the Ministry of Education. General inclusions based on the type of approved universities and degree programs:

      UAE Private Universities

      • Up to 100% tuition and fees for bachelor degree programs
      • Up to 50% tuition and fees for master degree programs

      UAE Federal Universities

      • Monthly stipends for bachelor degree programs
      • Up to 50% tuition and fees for master degree programs

      Overseas Universities

      • Monthly stipends for bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs sponsored through the Ministry of Education
      • Full scholarships (tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance, air tickets) for master degree programs strategic to the needs of Ras Al Khaimah Government

      Eligibility

      The Scholarship Office seeks to award scholarships to the emirate’s very best students and most promising professionals. Applicants who meet all minimum eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Given the competitive nature of scholarships, it is important to note that recipients often exceed one or more minimum requirements.

      General Eligibility

      Undergraduate Degrees (Bachelor)

      Eligibility Criteria Minimum Requirements
      Secondary School Record
      • Graduated from secondary school less than two years ago (unless completing military service)
      • Minimum score of 95% on the General Secondary Certificate Examination (or equivalency)
      • Medicine and Health Sciences: Achieve a minimum score of 90% in both Mathematics and English, and secure at least 90% in three of the following science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
      • Engineering and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Achieve a minimum score of 90% in both Mathematics and English, and secure at least 90% in two of the following science subjects: Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.
      EMSAT Score
      • General Studies (including medicine): 1400
      • Nursing: 1100

      IELTS Score
      (English Language Proficiency)

      (Note: Some universities may have higher requirements for unconditional admission)

      Domestic Scholarships

      • General Studies: IELTS score of 6.0
      • Medicine: IELTS score of 6.5
      • Pharmacy or Nursing: IELTS score of 5.5

      Overseas Scholarships

      • IELTS score of 6.5
      Overseas Scholarship Applicants
      • Confirmed scholarship from the Ministry of Education
      Current University Student Applicants
      • One term of degree program completed with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA equivalent

      Employed Applicants
      • Line manager support for pursuing bachelor degree

      *Exceptions for minimum secondary school results and EMSAT scores may be made for current RAK Government employees, particularly those converting higher diplomas to bachelor degrees.

      Postgraduate Degrees (Master and PhD)

      Eligibility Criteria Minimum Requirements

      University Academic Record
      • Prior bachelor / master degree(s) with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA equivalent

      IELTS Score
      (English Language Proficiency)

      (Note: Some universities may have higher requirements for unconditional admission)
      • Domestic: IELTS score of 6.5
      • Overseas: IELTS score of 7.0

      Overseas Scholarship Applicants
      • Master degree: confirmed scholarship from the Ministry of Education unless admitted to a top 100 global university
      • PhD degree: confirmed scholarship from the Ministry of Education
      • Successful Scholarship Office interview
      Current University Student Applicants
      • One year of degree program completed with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA equivalent

      Employed Applicants
      • Line manager support for pursuing master or PhD degree

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

      *Applicants seeking scholarships to pursue domestic master degree programs should be employed, with preference given to current RAK Government employees.

      Other Professional Qualifications

      Eligibility Criteria Minimum Requirements
      Employment Status
      • Current Ras Al Khaimah Government employee with a completed bachelor degree in relevant field
      • Minimum three years of employment with Ras Al Khaimah Government in a field relevant to anticipated qualification
      Qualification
      • Must be relevant to current (or future) role and responsibilities
      • Line manager support for pursuing professional qualification