The King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) is offering a fully funded Graduate Development Program in Saudi Arabia aimed at equipping recent graduates with essential skills and hands-on experience in the energy sector. This one-year program provides participants with the opportunity to choose between two specialized tracks: Consulting and Enabling.

  • 🌟 Program Overview: KAPSARC offers a fully funded Graduate Development Program in Saudi Arabia for recent graduates to develop skills in Consulting and Enabling tracks.
  • 🏛️ Host Institution: King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • 💼 Tracks Offered: Consulting and Enabling, focusing on energy sector projects and technical business skills.
  • 💰 Benefits: Monthly salary, medical insurance, housing, transportation allowance, and paid leaves.
  • 🎓 Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, GPA of 4/5 or equivalent, IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL IBT 79, graduated in 2024-2025 with less than 1 year of experience.
  • 📝 Application Process: Online application including personal details, educational qualifications, and submission of required documents by 26th June 2025.

Designation

Graduate Trainee

Research Area

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Energy Sector Research and Development

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Applicants must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
  • A minimum GPA of 4/5, 3.2/4, or 60/100.
  • An English proficiency score of IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79 and above.
  • Graduates of the years 2024-2025 are eligible to apply.
  • Less than 1 year of work experience is required.
  • Applicants must be available for a full-time training program for 1 year.
  • Certificate equivalency is required for degrees obtained outside Saudi Arabia.

Job Description

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Participants in the KAPSARC Graduate Development Program will gain invaluable experience through either the Consulting or Enabling track:

  • Consulting Track: Engages trainees in projects related to the energy sector, focusing on skills such as data analysis, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Suitable majors include Public Policy, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, and Energy Studies.
  • Enabling Track: Provides opportunities to work alongside experts in various fields, with a focus on acquiring technical skills in business. Relevant majors include Management Information Systems, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Public Relations and Communication, English Translation, Project Management, and Marketing.

Benefits

  • Monthly salary for the duration of the program (12 months).
  • Registration in the General Organisation of Social Insurance.
  • Paid leaves during the program.
  • Medical insurance for trainees and their families.
  • Housing and transportation allowance.
  • Professional development and skill-building opportunities.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the online application form.
  2. Fill in personal and contact information.
  3. Provide address details.
  4. Select the appropriate track (Consulting or Enabling).
  5. Choose the area related to your major.
  6. Enter educational qualification details.
  7. Mention your English proficiency score.
  8. Review and agree to the terms and conditions.
  9. Upload required documents, including:
  • Graduation certificate or statement
  • Transcripts
  • English proficiency certificate
  • CV
  • Passport
  • Equivalence certificate for degrees obtained abroad
  • Any other relevant supporting documents.
  1. Review all information and submit the application.

Last Date to Apply

The application deadline is June 26, 2025.

For further details and to submit your application, please visit the official KAPSARC website.

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