First-of-its-Kind UAE Internship Programme to Foster Innovation and Industry Skills
Alibaba Cloud, the technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has partnered with the University of Birmingham Dubai through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at delivering advanced cloud computing and AI learning opportunities to students and faculty.
The collaboration will integrate Alibaba Cloud’s expertise into the university’s curriculum, offering a blend of technology workshops, flexible online and in-person training, and certification courses. The University of Birmingham Dubai will also be the first academic partner for Alibaba Cloud’s inaugural UAE internship programme.
At the heart of the initiative is “Future Star”, Alibaba Cloud’s regional internship scheme. Running over three to six months, it combines comprehensive training, on-the-job learning, and personalised mentorship to prepare participants for careers in cloud computing. The programme provides exposure to a variety of roles, ensuring graduates are equipped to excel in a fast-paced digital economy.
“We are thrilled to partner with the University of Birmingham Dubai to nurture the next-generation digital skills in the region. The University of Birmingham Dubai, renowned for its dedication to research and education in technology and digital fields, brings a wealth of expertise and visionary thinking to the collaboration. Through this partnership, we are committed to equipping their students and faculties to acquire crucial digital insights, allowing them to engage more deeply with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies. Together, we are poised to unlock numerous opportunities in our rapidly digitalizing world, ensuring that students, educators, and industry professionals alike can thrive in the evolving digital landscape,” said Eric Wan, General Manager of the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence.
Professor Yusra Mouzughi, Provost of the University of Birmingham Dubai, said: “We are proud to partner with Alibaba Cloud to provide our students with direct access to real-world learning experiences and cutting-edge technologies in cloud computing and AI. This collaboration reflects our commitment to equipping future graduates with the digital skills and global industry exposure needed to thrive in an increasingly data-driven world. The internship and academic enrichment opportunities offered through this partnership will play a pivotal role in shaping industry-ready talent from our campus here in Dubai to join leading institutions globally.”
The partnership further highlights Alibaba Cloud’s dedication to nurturing digital talent pipelines in the Middle East. Since entering the UAE market in 2016, the company has built a strong network of partners in sectors including banking, financial services, media, government, and beyond.
