DANAT launches summer training programme for university students

TDT | Manama                          

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT), in line with its dedication to fostering social responsibility, has officially announced the inauguration of its esteemed summer internship programme for university students.

This initiative is meticulously designed to not only support and empower Bahraini youth but also to cultivate their capabilities and proficiencies. The internship aims to acquaint them with the wide array of professional opportunities that exist within the domains closely associated with pearls and gemstones.

The program has been strategically tailored to cater specifically to students enrolled in science faculties across all universities in the Kingdom. It offers an invaluable opportunity for participants to gain practical expertise and professional skills in the domain of pearl examination.

By shedding light on the operations conducted within gemological science laboratories, the program serves to familiarize and train students in the utilization of cutting-edge technology for analysis and diagnostic procedures of gemstones.

This enables them to determine the gemstones’ suitability for application in the jewellery industry. Comprising a comprehensive array of seminars, workshops, and hands-on training sessions, the program encompasses an extensive curriculum.

Participants will delve into the study of gemstone compositions, acquire the necessary skills for collecting data pertaining to pearl fisheries and their surrounding ecosystems, develop an understanding of the intricate processes involved in crafting exquisite jewellery, explore the intricacies of the jewellery and gemstone business sector, and engage in an in-depth examination of the latest trends in the pearl and gemstone industry. They will gain insights into navigating the challenges prevalent in this industry.