Over the next five years, Atyrau Region plans to create
4,500 new jobs. As part of the Year of Vocational Professions, a comprehensive
program will be launched to train highly qualified professionals, focusing on
the petrochemical and mechanical engineering industries. Additionally,
masterclasses and industrial practice opportunities will be organized for young
people, led by experienced professionals. Other initiatives have also been
developed in the region as part of the Year of Vocational Professions.
«Extensive efforts are planned to enhance infrastructure,
provide student housing, and elevate the prestige of vocational professions.
Furthermore, stronger ties with schools have been established to help students
plan their careers in advance and develop their skills,» said Marat Abuov, Head
of the Atyrau Region Education Department.
«We have signed agreements with several educational
institutions, including vocational schools and universities. We invite young
people to participate in internships, providing them with the opportunity to
acquire valuable vocational skills and hands-on experience with modern
machinery at the Atyrau Wagon Factory,» said Boris Ziganshin, General Director of
TexolTrans.
Major international events to take place in Kazakhstan for
Year of Vocational Professions
Kazakhstan is set to host 12 major national and
international events in 2025 as part of the Year of Vocational Professions. The
first event, the «City of Vocational Professions» festival, will be held in
February at the EXPO exposition center in Astana. Over five days, visitors will
get the opportunity to learn about future careers and cutting-edge technology. Organizers
plan to set up several pavilions, where attendees can also learn about
in-demand sectors of the country’s real economy. Additionally, the year will
feature an international forum with representatives from the Central Asian
region, the national «INNOVATION» hackathon, and the «TURKICSKILLS»
professional skills championship in Aktau.

