More than 13 companies came to ENSA Berrechid to meet Morocco’s next generation of engineers.
Finding your first internship or job isn’t always easy, especially when every application seems to ask for experience you haven’t had the chance to gain yet.
But at ENSA Berrechid, students had an opportunity to meet the people behind those job offers.
On November 11 and 12, the National School of Applied Sciences, part of Hassan I University, hosted the third edition of JOB DAY 2026, bringing together engineering students, graduates and representatives from more than 13 Moroccan and international companies.
And this wasn’t simply another university networking event.
From classroom to real job opportunities.
For two days, the campus became a meeting point between education and the professional world.
Companies representing engineering, technology, aerospace, manufacturing and services met students to discuss internships, final-year projects (PFE) and employment opportunities.
Participants could speak directly with human resources representatives, explore different career paths and take part in recruitment interviews.
The programme also included career guidance workshops and discussions designed to help students understand the skills companies are looking for.
And there’s another interesting detail: the forum was organized by students, giving them experience in coordinating a major professional event before even entering the workforce.
This year’s edition followed previous forums held in 2024 and 2025.
AI is changing what it means to be an engineer.
The theme for 2026 was “ENSA Engineer: Enhanced Skills, Accelerated Career.”
The opening conference explored how artificial intelligence and new technologies are changing engineering careers.
As AI becomes increasingly common in professional environments, universities face a challenge: preparing students for jobs that may look very different by the time they graduate.
The discussions emphasized the importance of developing technical expertise alongside professional and personal skills.
And for young engineers, understanding those expectations before graduation can make the transition into employment easier.
Students want more opportunities like this.
Among the participants was Adam Abdelouafi, a first-year computer engineering student.
He described the forum as an important connection between ENSA Berrechid students and companies across Greater Casablanca.
His message was simple: initiatives like this should continue growing so that more students can benefit from them.
The event also brought together university leaders, including Hassan I University president Abdellatif Moukrim and ENSA Berrechid director Nadia Machkour.
Both highlighted the importance of connecting academic education with Morocco’s evolving employment market.
Beyond individual job applications, the forum was also designed to strengthen relationships between the university and the business community.
Organizers had previously outlined plans for institutional partnerships and opportunities for companies to discover innovative student projects.
Because a degree alone doesn’t always open every door.
For Morocco’s next generation of engineers, events like JOB DAY can make a real difference.
They offer something students don’t always get through lectures: direct access to employers, professional feedback and a clearer understanding of the opportunities available.
Of course, attending a recruitment forum doesn’t guarantee landing a job.
But it can help students build contacts, discover industries they hadn’t considered and prepare for the recruitment process.
And when you’re trying to figure out what comes after graduation, sometimes knowing where to start is already a big step.
