On September 25, Gulf Medical University’s library ground floor was fully engaged with “Own Your Future” career festival as part of the celebration of World Pharmacists Day. The event provided a dynamic platform for students and alumni to engage with industry partners and potential employers to understand more about the job market awaiting them and to tap into opportunities for internships and employment.
Participants in the career festival included:
- Eli Lilly
- Abbvie
- Julphar
- ProPharma
- Professional Regulatory Affairs (PRA)
- BinSina pharmacy chain
- Al-Ain pharmacy chain
- Al-Thiqa pharmacy chain
- Medicina Pharmacy chain
- Z’Neem pharmacy chains
Ingy Ameen, 4th Year Pharm.D. “The career fair proved to be an exceptional opportunity. It afforded me the chance to engage with numerous companies located across the United Arab Emirates. Through these interactions, I discovered a multitude of internship opportunities that I can actively participate in as a student.”
Sara Salem, 1st Year Pharm.D. “Attending the World Pharmacists Day event and the Career Fair was an incredible experience. It was inspiring to see pharmacists from different backgrounds taking pride in their profession and coming together to celebrate. Overall, it was a rewarding and educational experience that has motivated me to pursue a career in pharmacy with an even greater enthusiasm.”
Dean Sherief Khalifa commented: “It was great to see our students from year one to year 5 fully engaged with potential employers. It shows how much they have grown mentally and professionally and serves as an early sign of the impact they will make on the future of the profession. We are very proud of our students.”
