Embracing the Technological Era: Texplorum and Whau Academy Conduct National Seminar
Jakarta, UIN Online News - The Student Association of the Information Systems Study Program (HIMSI) of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta conducted the Technology Exploration Forum (Texplorum) in partnership with Whau Academy. This cooperation offers a national webinar entitled "Empowering Your Career Journey: Mastering Work and Technology" online on Sunday (March 16/3/2025).
This seminar includes several speakers from diverse areas of expertise: Felix Fermin, Recruitment Specialist at PT. Teladan Prima Argo Tbk; Rizki Aji Mahardika, Data Scientist at OLX, a member of Astra; Sidiq Permana, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at PT. Kode Aplikasi Indonesia; and M. Nurus Shobah, Social Media and Website Digital Marketing Manager at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Abu Dhabi. The speakers' participation seeks to expand students' perspectives on job development in the digital age.
Eri Rustamaji, M.B.A., commended the excellent execution of this event in his address. He highlighted the need for ongoing education and the cultivation of technical skills for pupils to enable their adaptation to technological progress. Such progress can only be done through fieldwork internship experience as a cornerstone for professional advancement and the employment market to master critical skills in the industrial sector.
"This event aims to inspire students to sustain continuity, ensuring that each opportunity contributes to their learning. The aspect of technical abilities must be acquired not only by talent; it requires exploration and refinement in accordance with contemporary technological advancements," the secretary of the Information Systems program at UIN Jakarta explained.
The three-hour event held by the representatives of Whau Academy and UIN Jakarta was divided into two segments. The first session, a seminar titled "Future-Ready Careers: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges in a Changing Workforce," addresses the essential technical and interpersonal skills required for success in the labor market. While the next session is entitled "Teach Career Journey: From Beginner to Pro - Craft Your Path and Stay Ahead In It," which examines career prospects in the IT sector.
"This event demonstrates that the collaboration between academia of UIN Jakarta and Whau Academy. In the advancement of the industrial age, it is crucial for enhancing experiences and preparing students for the professional realm," Shelly Vernadia Putri, Head of Whau Academy, added.
Numerous participants from several universities attended the session and exhibited passionate engagement, demonstrating a favorable reaction throughout. This event aims to equip students to confront employment issues and enhance job prospects in the technology sector.
"By engaging experts in their respective fields, this webinar aims to deliver valuable insights applicable to both academic and professional contexts." Widhi Damar Anandito, the Chief Executive of Texplorum 2025, addressed.
(Shanti Oktavia/Zaenal M./Muhamad Arifin Ilham/Photo: YouTube HIMSI UIN Jakarta)