Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and its operating subsidiary Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) have offered a wide range of scholarships and showcased unique career opportunities to Emiratis at the National Service Career Fair, that took place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) between 25 and 27 March 2018.

ENEC and Nawah presented a wide range of scholarship courses for Higher Diplomas in a variety of fields, for those who are interested in pursuing a career in nuclear energy. The UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program offers an exciting, challenging and rewarding career. National Service graduates were given the opportunity to apply for a scholarship, and work towards delivering safe, clean, efficient and reliable electricity through nuclear energy to the UAE.

Eng. Mohamed Al Hammadi, ENEC Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Developing our people and expertise is one of the main priorities at ENEC and its subsidiary Nawah Energy Company, and is central to the long-term sustainability of the UAE Peaceful Nuclear Energy Program. Since our establishment in 2009, more than 500 UAE Nationals have benefitted from ENEC’s scholarship program. It is an exciting time for young Emiratis to choose a career in nuclear energy; National Service graduates joining us today will be the UAE’s energy pioneers of tomorrow. As always, our commitment to safety, security, and continuous learning makes nuclear energy a challenging and rewarding career choice for our country’s best students.”

The National Service Career Fair aims to open communication channels between graduates of the National Service program and exhibiting companies and institutions from both government and private sectors.

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About ENEC

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) is working to deliver safe, clean, efficient and reliable nuclear energy to the United Arab Emirates - energy that is needed to support the UAE’s social and economic growth.

Established by decree in December 2009 by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, ENEC represents all aspects of the UAE peaceful nuclear energy program.

Driven by a Culture of Safety, ENEC’s overriding priority is ensuring the safety of the UAE community, employees and the environment.

About Nawah

A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Nawah has been mandated to safely operate and maintain Units 1 to 4 in Barakah in adherence to the highest standards of safety, security and quality, and to the UAE’s commitment of operational transparency.

About Barakah One Company

A subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) and partially owned by the Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Barakah One Company is the company in charge of representing the financial and commercial interests of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant project.

For more information, visit www.enec.gov.ae.

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