Students talk about the pros of gaining work experience

Hurairah Faatimah Muzammil, Gems Our Own English High School, Dubai Gaining work experience in our desired careers not only prepares us for the future but also gives us ideas to develop in various fields. Such experiences give rise to ideas of starting new vocations, since not all jobs today will continue to exist in the future. Traditional book knowledge helps us earn good grades but will not define our efficiency and contribution to our careers.

Sivadurga Adduri, Leaders Private School, Sharjah

Today’s world has become more advanced, educated, and competitive than any of our past generations. The needs of the future will not be met if students will continue to believe that learning traditional subjects alone will get them a good future. I feel that gaining firsthand experience in our desired career choice will be more helpful, as it opens doors of opportunities and helps build our confidence. This way, we also become more certain of our career choices.

Afrah Noor, New Indian Model School, Dubai

A hands-on work experience will prepare us for our career and make us stronger to face difficulties. If we can have this kind of practice, we’ll be able to learn more about our future work, helping us to become successful employees years from now.