• Held over eight working days (2 weeks), 110 young participants from various backgrounds gainedpractical, hands-on and age-appropriate exposure to future-focused topics such asAI, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, InvestmentTech, and EnergyTech.
  • Powered by the ADGM Academy Tech Centre, the programme is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and awareness needed to explore emerging technologies and future career pathways. Participants will learn directly from industry experts while strengthening their creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities.

Abu Dhabi, UAE,25August 2026: ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, together with its knowledge arm ADGM Academy (ADGMA), has successfully concluded the fifth edition of its Summer Internship Programme, reaffirming its commitment to developing future-ready talent and supporting the UAE and Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision for a knowledge-based economy.

Building on the programme’s growing legacy, this year’s programme brought together 110 young participants from all backgrounds, aged between 12 and 19, for an immersive learning journey focused on emerging technologies, innovation and leadership. It reinforced ADGM Academy’s commitment to developing young talentwith practical, hands-on and age-appropriate exposure to Abu Dhabi’s emerging technology ecosystem through in-person intensive training, field immersion opportunities, applied learning, expert-led workshops, collaborative projects, mentorship and real-world industry experience.

Held over eight working days (2 weeks), the programme centred around five future-focused technology pillars includingArtificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Cybersecurity, InvestmentTech, and EnergyTech, giving participants the opportunity to explore how these technologies are transforming industries and shaping the future economy. These topics were covered by relevant local, regional and global entities such as ADI Foundation, Cyber Arena, Freedom Management, TDE and PGIM, who serve andform the ADGM Academy Tech Centre faculty to deliver animpactful consortium-led, future-ready capability model through the internship programme.Students also participated in industry visits, engaged with leading professionals through guest lecturesfrom several entities, including the National HistoryMuseum,which delivered an interactive session introducingthe Museum, its mission, and scientific programmes.They worked collaboratively on innovation projects that integrated learning across all five disciplines.

Commenting on the successful completion of the programme, Ali Al Mehari, Senior Executive Director, Business Enablement, ADGM Academy,said, “Investing in young talent is an investment in the future prosperity of Abu Dhabi and the UAE, and this is an ideology that we strongly believe in at ADGMA. Through our Summer Internship Programme, we are providing young people with early exposure to the technologies, skills and ways of thinking that will define the human capital of tomorrow’s economy.As we celebrate the successful completion of our fifth edition, we are proud to see participants graduate with greater confidence, stronger technical capabilities and a deeper understanding of the opportunities that lie ahead.”

With partners such asADNOC Global Trading as Platinum Sponsor, alongside Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) and State Street as Silver Sponsors,the summer internship programme enriched the participants’ learning experience and strengthened collaboration between industry and education.

Ahmad Bin Thalith, CEO of ADNOC Global Trading, said: ” Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are transforming the energy sector at a remarkable pace, and our approach to developing future talent must evolve in step with them. We are pleased to partner with ADGM Academy to help equip the next generation with meaningful exposure to emerging technologies, practical learning experiences and real-world industry insights that will help prepare them for future opportunities.”

Throughout the programme, participants benefited from experiential learning designed to bridge academic knowledge with practical application. Alongside interactive classroom sessions, students took part in technology demonstrations, collaborative challenges and capstone presentations, applying their knowledge to develop innovative solutions addressing real-world opportunities across finance, sustainability and digital transformation.

Since its launch in 2022, the Summer Internship Programme has continued to evolve, expanding both its reach and curriculum to meet the changing needs of tomorrow’s workforce. Now in its fifth edition, the programme remains a flagship initiative that connects education with industry while empowering young people with the confidence, knowledge,as well as skills such ascritical thinking,problem-solving andlearning capabilitiesthat will be needed to contribute to Abu Dhabi’s innovation-led future and thriving ecosystem.

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About ADGM

ADGM is the leading international financial centre (IFC) based in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the world’s largest financial districts by size and is the largest IFC in the Middle East and Africa by the number of active licences.

ADGM is also one of a handful of jurisdictions globally and the only one in the region to directly apply the trusted legal system of English Common Law.

Governing both Al Maryah and Al Reem Islands, which are collectively designated as Abu Dhabi’s financial free zone, ADGM connects the economies of the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region with global markets. Its progressive and inclusive ecosystem empowers financial and non-financial institutions to thrive, supporting innovation, sustainable growth, and long-term economic resilience.

Through its continued growth and cross-border partnerships, ADGM is strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as the ‘Capital of Capital’ and a leading global hub for finance, investment, and enterprise.

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About ADGM Academy 

ADGM Academy (ADGMA) is the knowledge arm of the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi – ADGM. 

ADGM was established in order to promote the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as a global financial centre, to develop the economy of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and make it an attractive environment for financial investments and an effective contributor to the international financial services industry.  

ADGMA was established with the vision of becoming one of the region’s leading educational and human resources academies for banking, finance and public services, providing constituents and the wider community with world-class educational and experiential programmes. 

ADGMA has been at the forefront of financial and digital training programs, partnering with top industry experts, professional organisations and leading academic institutions to design and deliver programs and produce applied-based research relevant to the financial industry, focusing on future-driven trends.