Are you a passionate graduate looking to launch your career with impact? The King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is now accepting applications for its highly competitive and fully funded Graduate Development Program (GDP) 2025.

This elite 12-month rotational training program is designed for recent graduates who aspire to work at the intersection of energy policy, consulting, sustainability, and strategic development. KAPSARC, a leading think tank in energy and economics, provides early-career professionals with real-world exposure, professional mentorship, and the opportunity to build impactful solutions for a sustainable future.

KAPSARC GDP in Saudi Arabia – Program Overview

  • Host Organization: King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC)
  • Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Program Name: Graduate Development Program (GDP)
  • Duration: 12 months (full-time)
  • Tracks Available: Consulting Track, Enabling Track
  • Target Audience: Recent university graduates (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
  • Application Status: Now Open

Why Join the KAPSARC Graduate Development Program?

KAPSARC’s GDP equips young professionals with key skills for high-impact careers in:

  • Energy Studies & Policy
  • Sustainability Consulting
  • Public Policy
  • Business Administration & Economics
  • Finance and Data Analysis
  • Engineering and Strategic Planning

The Consulting Track offers involvement in dynamic, fast-paced project teams across the energy sector, while the Enabling Track focuses on the strategic support functions that drive innovation and research impact at KAPSARC.

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Who Should Apply for the Career Development Program?

KAPSARC is looking for motivated graduates who:

  • Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in fields like:
    • Public Policy, Business, Engineering, Energy, Finance, Data Science, or Economics
  • Are eager to develop leadership and analytical skills
  • Want to contribute to sustainability, energy transition, and public sector transformation
  • Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and global mindset

Whether your background is in engineering, economics, public policy, or consulting, this program will help shape your future in global energy and sustainability leadership.

How to Apply for the graduate programs in Saudi Arabia

Here’s how the application and onboarding process works:

Step 1 – Read the Program Guidelines

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Step 2 – Apply Online for the Successful Applications

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Program Benefits – What’s in It for You?

Participants in the KAPSARC Graduate Development Program enjoy:

  • Monthly Pay
  • Personal and Professional Development Plans
  • GOSI Registration (Social Insurance)
  • Paid Annual Leave
  • Medical Insurance for Trainee + Family
  • Housing & Transportation Allowance

This is not just a training program—it’s a career accelerator with world-class resources and expert mentorship in one of the most forward-thinking research hubs in the world.

Apply Now to Build the Future of Energy & Policy

Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the global energy landscape through innovation, research, and strategy. The KAPSARC Graduate Development Program 2025 is your launchpad to a purpose-driven career in one of the world’s leading research centers.

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Muhammad Usman

Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Science (formally Tokyo Tech).

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