EUI Concludes the Summer Internship Program
Egypt University of Informatics has concluded its summer internship program for students of its four faculties (Computing and Information Sciences, Engineering, Business Informatics, and Digital Arts and Design). The program aims to prepare and train students during the summer break, enhancing their skills with practical values that enable them to enter the job market professionally, according to global standards.
The governing strategy of Egypt University of Informatics adopts many academic and practical values, including the summer internship, which contributes to building students' self-confidence and guiding their professional interests. Additionally, it provides them with practical experience in their chosen fields, develops their new skills, helps them build a large professional network, and enhances their employment opportunities both locally and globally after graduation.
Prof. Reem Bahgat, President of Egypt University of Informatics, emphasized that the summer internship program, organized by the university every year, serves as a golden gateway to connect students with the job market according to global standards. Its objectives can be summarized in offering students the chance to familiarize themselves with the work environment they are expected to become part of after graduation. This is achieved by deepening their understanding of the theoretical knowledge they have received in their field of study, preparing them to take on practical responsibilities, and adhering to organizational policies. It also helps students discover their professional interests, develop their communication and teamwork skills, and build a valuable professional network, aiding them in determining their career paths.
Prof. Bahgat explained that the summer internship program at Egypt University of Informatics is fundamental. The program, implemented by the university in collaboration with major global companies, Egyptian sector companies, and training centers affiliated with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, plays a pivotal role in linking students with the job market. During this period, they acquire practical skills and experiences that prepare them to integrate more effectively into the work environment after graduation.
Prof. Ashraf Zaki, Dean of the Faculty of Digital Arts and Design, pointed out that the university is keen to launch an annual training program during the summer, contributing to students securing jobs after graduation, as their skills and abilities have been refined by the employers where they intern. He noted that training is no less important than the academic knowledge students receive at the university, as it is crucial in shaping the scientific and professional personality that qualifies them to enter the job market confidently, supported by the scientific and practical knowledge they acquire during their studies.
Prof. Hoda Mokhtar, Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences, said: "The summer internship program is a great opportunity to engage with the requirements of both global and local job markets through collaboration with leading companies and institutions, and exchanging expertise and knowledge. This program is one of the streams of the university’s practical training and employment strategy, offered in cooperation with various sector companies, to provide both academic and practical benefits to students."
Dr. Amr El-Masry, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, added that the university organizes exhibitions and participates in major global career events where it showcases its educational and academic programs and diverse specializations. Institutions and companies present their internship programs and job strategies. He highlighted that the university’s organization of the summer internship program reflects its commitment to providing suitable employment opportunities for its graduates, in line with preparing them to lead the future.
Prof. Mohamed Saleh, Dean of the Faculty of Business Informatics, affirmed Egypt University of Informatics’ commitment to investing in its students' future through internship programs that provide them with unique opportunities to gain practical experience in key departments of major companies. It also focuses on building talents’ capabilities and equipping them with future skills to achieve their ambitions of making a difference. The program not only enhances the interns' skills but also contributes to preparing future leaders in the world of communications and information technology.