ABU DHABI // A programme has been launched to encourage more Emiratis to work in the hotel and hospitality industry.
Abu Dhabi National Hotels and Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority will work together in a long-term strategic partnership to increase Emiratisation in the hospitality industry.
Hareb Al Muhairy, managing director of ADNH, said: “The development of talented UAE nationals is a priority for Abu Dhabi National Hotels.
“We are excited to partner with TCA Abu Dhabi in a programme that encourages young nationals to become part of the fascinating world of hospitality.”
TCA is already running its Khibrati programme, which gives Emirati students part-time jobs in the hospitality sector while they continue their studies.
Under the new scheme, those enrolled in the programme will be trained to work in hotels once they have finished their courses.
ADNH will offer internship programmes at the hotels it operates in Abu Dhabi, which include the Ritz-Carlton, Park Hyatt, Sheraton and Le Meridien.
Mr Al Muhairy said: “Through our hotels we have unique capabilities to provide training programmes tailored to widely acknowledged international standards to ensure our interns will become part of the hospitality world.”
Nasser Al Reyami, licensing department director of TCA, said the partnership would give Emirati students “a fantastic springboard into the hospitality sector”.
“Tourism and hospitality is a major part of our economy and will continue to grow in importance over the coming years,” he said.
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