The student and future employee must meet three essential qualities: the ability to adapt, creativity and innovation.
In a world marked by the rise of artificial intelligence, these skills are becoming essential to evolve, question existing models and support profound transformations in the labor market.
The Press — The fifth edition of the Esct “Job Fair”, organized on April 1, 2026 at Amphi 1 in La Manouba, was held under the theme: “Shaping your Career in the Era of AI”. A theme at the heart of concerns current, focused on how to build your career in the age of artificial intelligence.
The day began with the welcome of exhibitors and guests, followed by official speeches. Speakers included the director of the Esct, Pr Nadia Abaoub Ouertani, Professor Nabil Grissa representing the president of the University of La Manouba, the governor of the region, Mahmoud Chouaib, as well as the Minister of Communication Technologies, Sofiene Hemissi. In her speech, the director of Esct recalled that this meeting has become essential for students and young graduates.
She underlined the importance of the link between the university and the socio-economic fabric, materialized this year by the presence of more than 60 companies. The show thus offers concrete opportunities for internships, jobs and meetings with recruiters, while allowing students to better understand new professional requirements.
She also insisted on the relevance of the chosen theme, highlighting the growing impact of artificial intelligence on professions, skills and working methods. A transformation for which the university intends to actively prepare its students, in particular through a plenary conference and workshops organized beforehand.
After the opening speeches, several figures from the economic world took part in the discussions, including Nejia Gharbi (CDC), Riadh Hajjej (ATB), Mourad Ben Hassine (Cepex), Karim Bouzgarrou (STB Finance), Bilel Sahnoun (Tunis Stock Exchange) and Essalah Abderraouf (Transtu).
The plenary conference addressed the changes in the labor market in the age of AI. The speakers covered a variety of topics: redefinition of talents, intergenerational management, financing of innovative projects, transition to responsible jobs or even the emergence of new professions. A major question ran through the debates: how does the labor market redefine the talents of tomorrow?
A strong enthusiasm
Despite the poor weather, the mobilization of the students was remarkable. The amphitheater was full, testifying to the interest in this theme and the expectations of young people in search of opportunities. The Minister of Communication Technologies, Sofiene Hemissi, adopted a direct and accessible speech.
He highlighted the speed of technological transformations, comparing current developments to those of major industrial changes. He also spoke of the fears, but also the hopes raised by AI, calling on young people to focus above all on their own abilities while relying on support from the State.
Through concrete examples and striking metaphors, he illustrated the extent of the changes: digital companies becoming major global players, redefining the traditional rules of the economy. Mr. Sofiène Hemissi recalled how the technological revolution has profoundly transformed the landscape of the job market despite widespread fear.
He drew a parallel with the transformations affecting the industry and beyond. He spoke of the ambient skepticism and the fears of applicants in the job market between fears, hopes and apprehensions. Projects have been transformed before and today when it took 10 years whereas today everything is going at speed V, thanks in particular to the Internet and NICs which have been deployed in all directions.
The expansion of startups which are growing like mushrooms, even if not all of them are rolling in gold, have amplified this reality. He spoke about the engineer who must adapt to current realities and cannot have extrapolated demands, because the machine can do a lot. He mentioned professional situations and professions where AI is less impactful.
He described Facebook as the biggest country, Uber the biggest carrier and even Whatsapp as the biggest telecommunications operator thanks to the sheer genius of connecting and interconnecting people, with lower costs and colossal gains. A series of metaphors to demonstrate how times have changed and the job market with it. “Rely on yourselves first and the State supports you and accompanies you until the end. HAS”
A space for exchange and dialogue
Beyond the conferences, the show has established itself as a real space for dialogue. Interactions between students, teachers and professionals have made it possible to strengthen the bridges between academic training and market needs. Ms. Ilhem Baccar, teacher at Esct, insisted on the of a lasting partnership between universities and economic players.
She pleaded for an inclusive approach, integrating equal opportunities, diversity and support for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. According to her, these collaborations must be part of a long-term strategic vision, based on trust and co-construction.
Des stands animés
The exhibition spaces were very busy throughout the day. Between banking institutions, insurance companies, private companies and recruitment platforms, the stands offered students a concrete vision of professional opportunities. The discussions allowed young people to better understand the profiles sought, in a context where the integration of artificial intelligence is becoming a determining criterion. Recruiters have therefore placed emphasis on hybrid skills, combining technical know-how, adaptability and critical thinking.
This fifth edition of Esct’s “Job Fair” confirms the central role of this type of initiative in supporting young people towards employment. At a time when artificial intelligence is profoundly reshaping the contours of the job market, the challenge is no longer just to train, but to prepare to constantly evolve.
Between meetings, debates and concrete opportunities, the show was able to create a constructive dynamic, bringing hope. One thing is now clear: the talents of tomorrow will be those who have the latitude to learn, adapt and innovate in a constantly changing world.
