Youth Employment Initiative

Youth Employment Initiative
Networking Event 2.0

Where top talent meets growth companies to build real, meaningful connections.

Date: 25 – 26 September 2025

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All About Youth Employment

Malaysia needs 45% high-skilled workers by 2030 to compete globally – We’re only at 26.5%.

Want a future of high-paying jobs and a thriving economy?

Then we need to act now – to develop tech-savvy young talent and build a high-value economy.

Luxembourg
59.9%
Singapore
54.7%
Switzerland
51.3%
United Kingdom
47.4%
United States
42.2%
Malaysia
29.6%
YEI 2.0

Better, Bolder, and More Impactful!

This year, we’re levelling up – more innovation, deeper connections and limitless opportunities waiting for you.

Youth Employment Initiative
A Curated Networking Experience

We select & match employers with students based on skills, interests, and values – so every chat is meaningful

Youth Employment Initiative
Power Panel & AMA with Industry Leaders

Not sure what’s next after graduation? That’s why you should be here. Ask CEOs & get real answers about career growth, salary, and industry secrets.

Youth Employment Initiative
Skills-Building Hackathon
Team up, brainstorm, and showcase your problem-solving skills with real business challenges from employers.

What’s In It For YOUth?

  • Speak directly with CEOs to gain insights into real-world job expectations

  • Showcase your technical and soft skills that make you stand out as a top talent

  • A safe space to network with industry leaders and expand opportunities

CEO and industry experts speaking at a panel for Gen Z at Kabel networking event
CEO speaking to young talent at Kabel networking event

What’s In For The Industry?

  • Connect with a pool of high-skilled, job-ready fresh graduates

  • Tap into fresh ideas and perspectives from digital talent to solve your business challenges

  • Position your company as a leader in youth employment and career development

Industry Partners

25,000+ successful matches

Participating Institutions in Malaysia

What participants said

Students & Employers,

Let’s Invest In Our Future!