Graduate Trainee Development Program

Requirements and Eligibility

This program is designed to enable fresh graduates with a Bachelor’ in Engineering (or equivalent), to gain knowledge, understanding and experience of nuclear–specific functions, vital for the safe operation of Barakah Nuclear Power Plant.

The program demonstrates the Enterprise’s commitment towards Emiratization to develop UAE National Human Capital and thereby support capability building efforts. The objectives are to encourage, support and nurture the next generation of UAE Nationals to discover and pursue career in nuclear and the disciplines relevant to the Enterprise future direction, enabling them to become a part of and contribute to UAE’s Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program.  Graduate Trainees will be equipped with a solid foundation of technical and nuclear knowledge, key 

programs, processes, and standards, and they will also focus on personal effectiveness to successfully transition from university to the workplace.

Admission criteria for Graduate Trainee Development Program: 

1. Must be a UAE National.


2. Age: not older than 25 years-old.


3. English Proficiency: IELTS Academic band 6.0 or equivalent.


4. Graduated Student with Engineering disciplines with a minimum  cumulative GPA of 3.0


5. Completed National Military Service if required