Future Skills Employment and Technology Training Program in Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology offers the Future Skills employment and technology training program for Saudi youth seeking preparation for careers in the ICT sector. Delivered in partnership with the private sector, the program supports the employment, training and guidance of national talent; applications are currently open according to the published page.

About the Future Skills Employment and Training Program

The program brings together employment services, skills development and career guidance. Its services include job workshops and meetings for job seekers, capacity measurement tests, behavioral skills courses, intensive specialized training and courses in emerging technologies. Participants may also access technology bootcamps lasting up to four months, on-the-job behavioral orientation sessions and intensive career mentoring for up to six months. Employment services are also listed for employers.

Career fields include the Internet of Things, robotics, artificial intelligence, information security, data science, database management and business analysis. The listed technology and ICT pathways also cover management of telecommunications and technology projects, e-commerce, network engineering, software, web and application development, game design and development, ICT project management, ICT operation and maintenance, and call centers.

Who Should Apply

The program is intended for Saudi nationals aged 18 or older who hold a diploma or a higher qualification and are interested in ICT careers. The page generally states that applicants must not be employed or registered with GOSI during the preceding 90 days. It also specifies that an employed applicant may apply if they are an ICT specialist working in another field. Applicants can also explore other vocational and technical training opportunities or browse other opportunities for youth.

Key Highlights

• Provider: Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in partnership with the private sector.
• Target group: Saudi nationals aged 18 and above.
• Education level: Diploma or higher.
• Technology bootcamps may last up to four months.
• Intensive career mentoring may last up to six months.
• Training pathways span technology, ICT, business analysis and related fields listed on the program page.