A job fair was held through the joint organization of the State Employment Agency under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). A total of more than 800 vacancies were presented by 100 employers.
The event aimed to support unemployed jobseekers, senior-year students, and recent graduates in accessing the labour market, finding employment opportunities suited to their qualifications and interests, and establishing initial connections with employers.
AzTU Rector Vilayat Valiyev emphasized the importance of holding annual job fairs in helping students and graduates find jobs relevant to their fields of study and facilitating their integration into the labour market. He also noted that the fairs help public and private sector organizations meet their demand for qualified professionals.
Hasil Abbasov, Chairman of the Management Board of the State Employment Agency, highlighted the role of active employment initiatives in expanding young people’s access to suitable vacancies, accelerating their integration into the labour market, and helping employers meet their workforce needs.
During the event, participants met with employers and learned about the vacancies on offer and their requirements. Employers introduced their organizations, outlined their recruitment criteria, and explained their application and selection procedures. Participants received detailed information about job responsibilities, submitted their CVs, and registered for suitable positions.
The Baku Vocational Training Centre and the Central Career Branch of the State Employment Agency also participated with information stands, providing details about vocational training courses, application procedures, and career counselling services.
Attendees were also informed about other active employment programmes implemented by the State Employment Agency.
