AUS Recognizes Industry Partners for Advancing Student Internship Opportunities
American University of Sharjah College of Engineering (CEN) has recognized a group of leading organizations for their significant contribution to student internship and career readiness programs. The annual recognition event, now in its third year, honors companies that have hosted two or more CEN students during the summer term, reflecting the university’s strong and expanding industry partnerships.
In Summer 2025, 267 engineering students completed internships across 159 companies spanning multiple sectors, highlighting the growing demand for AUS talent in the regional and global job market.
According to CEN Dean Dr. Fadi Aloul, the increasing participation of reputable organizations demonstrates strong confidence in AUS graduates. He noted that internships provide students with essential hands-on experience while also enabling companies to benefit from their contributions. He further emphasized plans to expand partnerships by integrating internships with industry-sponsored senior design projects, allowing longer-term collaboration between students and employers.
Key organizations recognized included ADNOC, Aramex, Dubai Airports, Emirates Airlines, Petrofac, Schneider Electric, SEWA, and others. Industry leaders such as SEWA and Mindware highlighted the importance of internships in developing future-ready engineering talent.
The event also featured partners under the Engineering Al Nukhba Program, which supports mentorship, training, and research collaboration. AUS continues to strengthen its employability focus, ranking highly in employer reputation and employment outcomes in global rankings.
