Eastern University hosts ‘Skill & Employability Summit’ to bridge academic-corporate divide

TBM Report

Eastern University hosted the daylong “Skill & Employability Summit 2026” under the banner “Campus to Corporate,” connecting graduating students with top corporate recruiters for career networking and spot job submissions.

The event took place on campus on Saturday (August 15, 2026), aiming to equip students with practical corporate skills while matching them directly with prospective employers.

Addressing the summit as the chief guest, Eastern University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani encouraged students to align their academic credentials with evolving industry standards. Professor Brigadier General Dr. A.K.M. Iqbal Azim, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, and Treasurer Professor Md. Shamsul Huda delivered the welcome addresses during the opening ceremony.

A central feature of the event was the interactive career fair stalls managed by prominent national companies. Graduates submitted their resumes directly to corporate representatives at company booths, with recruitment platform Skill Jobs coordinating the processing for potential job placements.

Beyond job applications, industry experts conducted specialized mentorship sessions throughout the day. Corporate leaders shared tactical advice on resume writing, interview techniques, career strategy, team leadership, and personal branding in modern work environments.

The summit concluded with closing remarks from Eastern University Registrar Dr. Abul Basher Khan, Director (In-charge) of Admissions Associate Professor Abu Md. Abdullah, and Deputy Director of Student Affairs & Placement Office K. M. Monirul Islam, followed by the presentation of crests to participating corporate guests.