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Warid Telecom’s recruitment and staffing team provided advice to students about the job application process, requirements, eligibility criteria as well as the scope of career in telecom industry
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qual opportunity employer, Warid Telecom recently participated with the theme of “Transforming Futures” at the LUMS Mega Career Fair 2012. Warid Telecom’s recruitment and staffing team provided advice to students about the job application process, requirements, eligibility criteria as well as the scope of career in telecom industry. Coaching sessions for job-seekers were also held on this occasion, providing the graduating stu-
Warid Telecom, Allied Bank, KASB Bank, Indus Motors Pakistan, Nestle, Descon Chemicals, PSO, Teach Pakistan and several others set up their stalls at the fair. Each company’s representative was present at its stall to guide students about available positions in their organisations. The event served as a bridge between industry leaders and job seekers, giving the students and employers a chance to interact with each
at the fair, where students were briefed about the procedures, requirements and eligibility criteria. Talking to the media, students said that every university should take it as its responsibility to help and guide its students with regards to their professional careers. However, they added that it was unfortunate that very few colleges and universities across the country held career fairs for outgoing students.
dents with career counseling. An incredible response was received from the university graduates and final year students, who turned up in large numbers to explore career opportunities available with Warid Telecom. As many as 41 noted organisations, including
other in a friendly environment, outside the office. The companies’ executives also conducted written tests and on-campus interviews to shortlist candidates. The stalls set up by different banks and telecom companies remained the centre of attention
A management studies student, Alisha, said that the government should hold career fairs at the national level where foreign companies could be invited to employ talented youth of the country. She added that the companies should also offer part-time jobs for students. n
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