Two year MoU to advance career readiness, talent development and industry academia collaboration
Abu Dhabi, UAE, August 2026: Trojan Construction Holding and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in talent development, career readiness and knowledge exchange, while creating closer links between academia and the construction industry.
The MoU, which will remain in effect for two years, was signed by His Excellency Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University of Science and Technology, and Eng. Ahmad Al Shamsi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Trojan Construction Holding.
Under the agreement, the two organizations will explore opportunities to provide students and recent graduates with greater exposure to the professional environment and potential recruitment channels, helping them gain a deeper understanding of career pathways and the skills required to succeed in the industry. The collaboration will also explore internship and industrial training opportunities for students, subject to availability and Trojan Construction Holding’s internal requirements, while supporting graduate readiness and early career development through engagement with relevant academic programmes.
As part of the MoU, Trojan Construction Holding and Khalifa University will also identify opportunities to collaborate on workshops, short courses, technical sessions, guest lectures and other learning initiatives that may benefit students, recent graduates and current employees. These initiatives will be explored based on mutual areas of interest.
H.E. Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President of Khalifa University, said: “Strong industry partnerships are essential to ensuring that education and research translate into capabilities that serve the UAE’s future. Through our collaboration with Trojan Construction Holding, we aim to give students and graduates greater exposure to evolving industry needs while strengthening the exchange of knowledge and expertise. This partnership reflects Khalifa University’s commitment to developing highly skilled talent equipped to contribute to the UAE’s priority sectors and future economy.”
Eng. Ahmad Al Shamsi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Trojan Construction Holding, said: “At Trojan Construction Holding, we see talent development as a fundamental pillar of long term industry growth. Our collaboration with Khalifa University creates a valuable platform to strengthen engagement between academia and the construction sector, giving students and graduates greater insight into the professional environment while enabling the exchange of knowledge and expertise.”
He added: “Developing national talent requires closer alignment between education and industry. Through this MoU, we look forward to exploring opportunities that strengthen career readiness, support Emiratisation and contribute to building a highly skilled workforce equipped to meet the future needs of the UAE’s construction and infrastructure sectors.”
The agreement reflects a shared commitment by Trojan Construction Holding and Khalifa University to strengthening engagement between academia and industry, supporting workforce development and creating opportunities for knowledge exchange. It also reinforces both organizations’ commitment to developing national capabilities and contributing to the UAE’s long term economic and human capital development objectives.
About Trojan Construction Holding:
Founded in 2009, Trojan Construction Holding has grown to become one of the leading construction and infrastructure companies in the United Arab Emirates and a key subsidiary of Alpha Dhabi Holding. The group delivers large-scale projects across infrastructure, residential, commercial, hospitality, and industrial sectors, contributing to the development of sustainable communities and landmark developments across the UAE and the wider region.
Backed by advanced engineering capabilities, a highly skilled workforce, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, innovation and excellence, Trojan Construction Holding continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the UAE’s built environment while supporting the country’s long-term economic and urban development goals.
About Khalifa University of Science and Technology:
Khalifa University of Science and Technology, the UAE’s top-ranked research-intensive institution, focuses on developing world leaders and critical thinkers in science, engineering and health science. The world-class university endeavors to be a catalyst to the growth of Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s rapidly developing knowledge economy as an education destination of choice and a global leader among widely acknowledged international universities.
