Moroccan Engineering Students Meet Companies at JOB DAY 2026

The National School of Applied Sciences, part of Hassan I University, hosted the third edition of JOB DAY 2026 at ENSA Berrechid from November 11 to 12. The event brought together engineering students, graduates, and representatives from over 13 Moroccan and international companies. The campus served as a meeting point between education and the professional world, with companies from engineering, technology, aerospace, manufacturing, and services discussing various opportunities with students.

The two-day event allowed students to speak directly with human resources representatives, explore different career paths, and participate in recruitment interviews. The program also included career guidance workshops and discussions designed to help students understand the skills companies are looking for. Notably, the forum was organized by students, providing them with experience in coordinating a major professional event before entering the workforce.

This year's edition had the theme "ENSA Engineer: Enhanced Skills, Accelerated Career," with an opening conference that explored how artificial intelligence and new technologies are changing engineering careers. The discussions emphasized the importance of developing technical expertise alongside professional and personal skills. As AI becomes increasingly common in professional environments, universities face the challenge of preparing students for jobs that may look very different by the time they graduate.

The event brought together university leaders, including Hassan I University president Abdellatif Moukrim and ENSA Berrechid director Nadia Machkour. Both highlighted the importance of connecting academic education with Morocco's evolving employment market. The forum was designed not only for individual job applications but also to strengthen relationships between the university and the business community.

Participants included students like Adam Abdelouafi, a first-year computer engineering student, who described the forum as an important connection between ENSA Berrechid students and companies across Greater Casablanca. He emphasized the need for more initiatives like this to benefit a larger number of students. The event also provided a platform for companies to discover innovative student projects and explore potential partnerships.

The JOB DAY 2026 forum followed previous editions held in 2024 and 2025, indicating a growing interest in connecting academia with the professional world. Organizers had previously outlined plans for institutional partnerships and opportunities for companies to engage with student projects. This aligns with the goal of enhancing the employability of Morocco's next generation of engineers.

The event demonstrated the efforts of ENSA Berrechid and Hassan I University to bridge the gap between academic education and the evolving needs of Morocco's employment market. By providing a platform for students to engage with companies and learn about new technologies and skills, the university aims to better prepare its graduates for the challenges of the modern workforce.

Key points

• The event connected students with over 13 companies from various sectors to discuss internships, projects, and job opportunities.
• The forum's theme was "ENSA Engineer: Enhanced Skills, Accelerated Career," focusing on the impact of AI and new technologies on engineering careers.
• The event was organized by students, providing them with valuable experience in coordinating a major professional event.