Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a partner university of Qatar Foundation, hosted its largest-ever Future’s Fair, offering a unique platform for employers to connect with the country’s most talented students and recent graduates.
More than 70 leading local and international organizations took part in this year’s event, making it the biggest in CMU-Q’s history. The fair featured individualized company booths designed to facilitate meaningful networking and on-the-spot interviews, creating direct pathways between employers and top-tier talent.
“The sheer scale of this year’s Future’s Fair is a testament to the incredible demand for our graduates,” said Michael Trick, Dean of CMU-Q. “We provide an education that is rigorous, analytical, and collaborative. For employers in Qatar and the region, this event is the single best opportunity to meet the next generation of leaders and innovators who will drive their organizations forward.”
Among the top employers of CMU-Q graduates are QatarEnergy, Qatar Airways, Avey, Qatar Computing Research Institute, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, KPMG, and PwC—organizations that collectively hired one-third of the university’s Class of 2024.
Arwa Al Mesallam, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Qatar Airways, emphasized the real-world impact of CMU-Q graduates: “They demonstrate strong research abilities, data-driven decision-making, and a mindset oriented toward innovation. Whether it’s advancing digital transformation, contributing to sustainability goals, or designing new aviation solutions, they bring both creativity and practicality.”
Similarly, Moussa Zekak, COO of Avey, praised CMU-Q students for their excellence and work ethic: “Their commitment to work, honesty, and rigor is unmatched. We have a long-standing relationship with CMU-Q, from our Founder and CEO being a Computer Science professor at the university to a large percentage of our employees being CMU-Q graduates.”
Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar continues to offer year-round programs that help students strengthen professional skills and connect with leading industry partners. CMU-Q students receive the same world-class education as those on the university’s main campus in the United States—preparing them to become future leaders and innovators in Qatar and beyond.
