The World Skill Center (WSC), Bhubaneswar, on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Trade Center (WTC) Bhubaneswar to strengthen international industry linkages and create global career opportunities for skilled youth from Odisha.
The agreement was formalised during a ceremony held at the WSC campus in the presence of senior officials from both organisations, industry representatives and other distinguished guests.
The partnership aims to integrate skill development with global trade ecosystems by facilitating international internships, apprenticeships, skill exchange programmes and industry engagements. It will also focus on developing globally relevant training modules and improving the employability of skilled professionals in international markets.
Speaking on the occasion, A. Rajyalaxmi said the demand for skilled human resources is growing rapidly in an increasingly interconnected global economy. She noted that the collaboration would create new avenues for international exposure, professional development and career advancement for Odisha’s youth.
The World Trade Center Bhubaneswar, an accredited member of the World Trade Centers Association headquartered in New York, plays a key role in promoting international trade, investment and global business linkages through its worldwide network.
The World Skill Center, established under the Department of Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Odisha, is regarded as one of India’s leading institutions for advanced skill training. The centre provides industry-aligned education and world-class infrastructure to prepare youth for emerging employment opportunities.
The MoU was signed by Subhanga Kishore Das and Rajyalaxmi in the presence of Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra and senior leadership teams of both organisations.
Officials said the collaboration would help connect Odisha’s skilled workforce with international opportunities while further strengthening the state’s position as a hub for world-class skill development and workforce excellence.