If you're a university student, fresh graduate, or employer in the UAE this is your moment.
On May 22nd, 2025, Pupilar, the UAE’s largest youth career community, is organizing NEXTGEN Career Fest in partnership with in5-Tech Dubai. This isn’t your average career fair. It's a high-energy, game-changing platform built to connect the country’s most promising young minds with the companies and people shaping the future.
Held at the dynamic innovation hub of in5 Tech, this one-day fest will run from 1 PM to 7 PM, and it's open to:
- Enrolled university students in the UAE
- Fresh graduates currently in the UAE
- Employers ready to hire fresh, hungry talent
Whether you’re looking to land your first internship, break into your dream industry, or hire your next rising star, NEXTGEN is where things move fast and where real connections are made.
What’s Happening at NEXTGEN Career Fest?
Think of NEXTGEN as part career accelerator, part networking playground. Here’s what you’ll find:
- Career Fair & Employer Matchmaking
Speed interviews, resume drop zones, and real-time hiring. Walk in with a CV, walk out with a lead. - Interactive Talent Challenges
Show off your skills in Design, Media, and Tech through live challenges and competitions. - Workshops, Demos & Innovation Corners
Learn directly from industry leaders, startups, and hiring teams. Discover what they’re looking for and how to stand out.
And here’s the best part, registration is 100% FREE for employers until April 20, 2025. After that, it’s AED 500, so early birds catch the discount.
Meet the Team Behind the Movement
Pupilar isn’t just another youth community platform; it’s a revolution in hiring.
Co-founded by Maimuna Rashid and Aqsa Khalifa, Pupilar is building a hiring ecosystem where youth no longer wait months to hear back but they connect with decision-makers in days.
Maimuna, once a designer of spaces, is now designing the future of youth hiring. Together, they’ve turned Pupilar into a launchpad for over 5,000 youth monthly, with access to programs, events, and real job opportunities.
Aqsa, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, leads Pupilar with relentless energy and a mission to unlock potential in every young job seeker. Her mindset? Learn it all. Do it all. Inspire others.
Their boldest project yet? GEN2XP, Youth Career Community - a growing youth network of 15-30 year-olds with the industries that need them most.
Why This Event Matters
Youth unemployment isn’t just a statistic, it’s a solvable challenge. Pupilar’s events are focused on real outcomes. With a skill-first approach, curated CVs, and gamified networking, they’re giving both job seekers and employers a smarter way to connect.
NEXTGEN Career Fest is part of this bigger vision: faster hires, better matches, and a stronger youth economy.
So if you're:
- A student or grad ready to launch your career
- An employer seeking fresh talent
- Or a university, brand, or institution who wants to be part of the future of hiring…
NEXTGEN Career Fest 2025 is where you show up, stand out, and move forward.
Quick Recap
Event: NEXTGEN Career Fest 2025
Organizer: Pupilar, Dubai
In Partnership With: in5 Tech, Dubai
Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 1 PM – 7 PM
Location: in5 Tech, Dubai
Who Can Attend:
– Students enrolled in UAE universities
– Recent graduates based in the UAE
– Employers hiring interns, juniors, or entry-level staff
Early Bird Deadline: April 20, 2025 – Companies Register for FREE