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The Summer Job Market in the Middle East: Hiring Trends You Should Know

Think summer means slow hiring? Think again

While some industries take a break in summer, others heat up—especially in the Middle East. From seasonal tourism and retail to ongoing infrastructure projects and digital transformation, there’s still plenty of opportunity for job seekers.

What’s driving hiring this summer?

Tourism and hospitality: Events, staycations, and international travel bring demand for hotel staff, travel consultants, and customer service agents.
Construction and engineering: Large-scale projects continue across Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, driving demand for civil engineers, HVAC technicians, and project managers.
Retail and e-commerce: Back-to-school shopping and summer sales mean temporary hiring in sales, warehouse operations, and delivery.
IT and digital: Companies push ahead with digital transformation, hiring software developers, cybersecurity professionals, and data analysts.

Where are the jobs this summer?

UAE: Dubai and Abu Dhabi remain active hubs for tech, hospitality, and logistics.
Saudi Arabia: Mega-projects like NEOM and Vision 2030 initiatives keep demand high in engineering and public sector roles.
Qatar: Hospitality, tourism, and event management remain hot after recent global sporting events.

Final thoughts

Don’t put your job search on hold this summer. Smart candidates use this time to update their CVs, apply strategically, and prepare for interviews while others are waiting for “peak season.”

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