UAE youngsters who have grown up in the country say they don’t always get a share of the golden opportunities | 7 Days Dubai

UAE youngsters who have grown up in the country say they don’t always get a share of the golden opportunities | 7 Days Dubai:

"Although the UAE has a reputation for being a jobs goldmine that attracts thousands of expats every year, youngsters who have grown up in the country say they don't always get a share.

A study conducted by the International Labour Organisation last year reported that youth unemployment rates in the Middle East are the highest in the world, at 28.3 per cent, writes Reem Buhazza. While the job market in the UAE is arguably healthier than the rest of region, many graduates are reporting that it is still difficult to find entry-level work.

“Competition in the UAE job market is fierce, and graduates in the UAE are facing a hard time finding employment,” says Alpa Katakoria, career services assistant at Middlesex University in Dubai. “The main reason is that not many organisations focus on attracting fresh talent. They are more focused on recruiting candidates with experience in a similar role.”"

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