Dubai, UAE – du, part of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced the welcoming of its second cohort of Emirati graduates into the Future X graduate trainee program. Following its impactful participation at the recent Ru’ya Career Fair, du is reinforcing its commitment to youth empowerment and the strategic enhancement of digital skills, aligning with the UAE’s vision to evolve into a leading digital economy.
The Future X program is designed to empower a new generation of technologists in the UAE by integrating freshly graduated nationals into critical areas such as Artificial Intelligence, digitization, and the deployment of intelligent solutions—key pillars for enriching the digital economy and fostering national development.
Fatema Al Afeefi, Head of Employee Experience and HR Digitalization at du, stated, “At du, we are passionate about unlocking the potential of young Emiratis, guiding them to become trailblazers in the technology sector. The Future X program aims to contribute to the UAE’s digital ecosystem and accelerate our journey toward a knowledge-based economy by cultivating a future-ready digital workforce.”
The program offers a rich learning experience, combining advanced tools, personalized mentorship, and immersive experiences for aspiring industry leaders. Its curriculum focuses on developing digital insights and preparing a workforce equipped with the technologies that will shape the future of digital innovation.
Future X provides comprehensive training, guidance, and insights into various business facets, resonating with the UAE government’s Digital Strategy 2025. This strategy emphasizes the development of high-level digital competencies, encourages creative thinking, and reinforces smart governance, establishing the foundations of a digitally empowered economy driven by skilled Emirati talent.
For more information about the transformative Future X program by du and the opportunities it presents for the nation’s youth, please visit www.du.ae/FutureX.
About du
Operating under the Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), du is a key driver of the UAE’s economic, social, and digital transformation. Committed to digitally innovating all aspects of the modern telecom experience, du connects millions of customers daily as a dedicated enabler of connectivity, continuity, and growth across consumer and enterprise segments. Whether delivering state-of-the-art Smart City infrastructure, bespoke enterprise ICT solutions, government communications, secure data solutions, or exceptional home entertainment, du is a reliable telecommunications and ICT player shaping the future of communication for a more connected tomorrow.
