This partnership reflects a shared vision to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry application - one that will unlock value not only for students, but for our business and the broader community.

The MoU creates a platform for long-term cooperation across several key focus areas:

• Internship and early-career programmes to support student exposure and on-the-job learning

• Future skills and graduate readiness initiatives aligned with national youth pathways

• Capstone projects and real-world problem statements, particularly within engineering, business, AI, financial services, and supply chain

• Joint research and development initiatives that tie into AWR Group’s strategic priorities

The partnership will initially engage teams from across our Engineering, Shared Services, and Real Estate businesses, with the potential to expand further across disciplines and sectors.

Through this collaboration, our teams will co-create opportunities with UOWD’s School of Engineering and School of Business to inject real-world insights into academic programming. By contributing live industry challenges and participating in applied research, we aim to strengthen students’ career readiness and deepen their understanding of the complexities and opportunities within the business landscape.

“At AWR Group, we believe in the power of partnerships that create tangible value – for students, for business, and for the broader community,” said Caroline Hobeika, Chief Human Resources Officer, AWR Group.

“This MoU reflects our shared belief in learning that is grounded in relevance and purpose, and we look forward to working closely with UOWD to empower young minds through exposure, opportunity, and real-world impact.”

As AWR Group continues to invest in upskilling and youth pathways, partnerships such as this one demonstrate how purposeful collaboration can create a more agile, empowered, and industry-ready generation.