Overview

The Office of Career Placement & Alumni Affairs (OCPAA) prepares postgraduate students in the humanities and social sciences to become career-ready, globally competent leaders.

 

Graduates are trained as well-rounded critical thinkers, capable of addressing complex global challenges through interdisciplinary inquiry, rigorous research, and applied problem-solving. They bring analytical, cross-cultural, and research-driven expertise to professional settings, making them highly effective in internships, collaborative projects, and early- or mid-career roles.

 

The Office connects students with partner organizations through structured, high-impact internships, research collaborations, and career opportunities, providing access to highly qualified postgraduate talent prepared to support institutional objectives.
 

Building Futures Together

GSU works collaboratively with students, academic partners, employers, and cultural organizations to develop structured pathways for internships, research collaborations, and future employment.

Download the Careers & Partnerships Brochure to explore structured engagement opportunities, talent recruitment, and collaborative initiatives.

Structured Pathways for Students and Partners

For Students

The Office of Career Placement & Alumni Affairs helps students build individualized career pathways aligned with their academic and research training. Postgraduate students engage in:

  • Structured internships with partner organizations
  • Research assistantships and teaching opportunities
  • Mentorship programs and professional workshops

These experiences translate rigorous academic preparation into applied skills, enhancing career readiness and preparing students for diverse professional roles in academic, cultural, and public sectors.

 
Students can access curated career development activities such as guidance on CV development, interview preparation, and professional networking, supported by the Office’s expertise in linking scholarly training to career objectives.

For Employers and Partners

GSU partners with academic institutions, cultural organizations, and employers at local, regional and international levels to create structured pathways for internships, research collaborations, and recruitment. By collaborating with the Office, organizations gain access to highly qualified postgraduate talent with analytical, research-driven, cross-cultural, and language competencies.

 

Partners can:

  • Engage in talent visibility and branding
  • Host internships, research projects, or teaching assistantships
  • Participate in student engagement events, panels, and workshops
  • Conduct organization visits to observe operations and provide career insights
  • Identify and recruit graduates familiar with their organizational culture and workflows

Contact Information

Ms. Asma Omar
Career Placement and Alumni Affairs Officer
E: studentscareers@gsu.ac.ae
T: +971 6 5112 458 | +971 56 408 0920

 

Office Location
C4.1.GF, Ground Floor
 

Working Hours
Office hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.