14/11/2025
The Civil Career Summit 2025, organized by the Civil Engineering Club of Dhaka International University, was conducted with great enthusiasm and commendable success. The summit was designed to strengthen the connection between academic training and industrial practice, preparing civil engineering students for future professional challenges.
The program began at 11:00 AM with an interactive Mock Interview Session, where students took part in professional interview simulations conducted by industry experts. This session provided students with practical exposure, improved confidence, and helped them identify areas requiring refinement in communication and presentation.
After the mock interviews, the invited guests from industry visited the DIU campus and Civil Engineering laboratories. The modern facilities and academic environment received high appreciation. A formal meeting was then held with Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zahidul Islam and Departmental Adviser Prof. Dr. Ganesh Chandra Saha, joined by Department Chairman S M Sazzad Ahmed Shovon. Discussions involved future construction site visits, factory visits, internship placement opportunities, employment prospects, and collaboration in Capstone project evaluation as industry experts.
At 2:30 PM, the Career Counselling Session commenced, featuring distinguished speakers from renowned organizations who shared their experience and guidance.
Keynote Speakers:
* Engr. Nazmul Huda Rayhan, Head of Construction, Rancon Engineering & Consultants Ltd.
* Iskander Mirza, Head of HR, Real Estate and Mobility Division, Anwar Group of Industries
* Engr. Billal Hossain, Founder & CEO, Green Construction & Consultant
* Engr. Billal Hossain, Managing Director, ABC Construction Chemical Company Ltd.
Their speeches emphasized the necessity of professional discipline, adaptability, innovation, and ethical integrity in the construction industry, inspiring students to strengthen leadership abilities, communication skills, and teamwork.
The event was further dignified by the presence of respected university authorities and distinguished guests:
* Professor Dr. Zahidul Islam, Vice Chancellor, DIU
* Barrister Shameem Haider Patwary, Chairman, Board of Trustees, DIU
* Professor Dr. Ganesh Chandra Saha, Adviser, Dept. of Civil Engineering, Dhaka International University
* Professor Mohammad Shah Alam Chowdhury, Student Welfare Advisor, DIU
* S M Sazzad Ahmed Shovon, Chairman, Department of Civil Engineering, DIU
* Md. Abul Hasanath, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, DIU
Their guidance encouraged students to become future-ready professionals committed to contributing to sustainable infrastructure development.
Special recognition was given to the key organizers of the summit:
* Md. Saniul Haque Mahi, Assistant Professor & Assistant Proctor, Department of Civil Engineering – Convener
* Nazmul Hasan Khan Zimi, Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering – Co-Convener
Their dedicated planning, leadership, and continuous coordination played a vital role in the successful ex*****on of the summit and ensured smooth management of all activities.
As a gesture of appreciation, commemorative mementos were presented to the guests. The event concluded with an engaging Quiz Competition among Civil Engineering students, followed by the formal unveiling of the Civil Engineering Club’s Membership Card by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
Gratitude was extended to the proud sponsor, Green Construction & Consultant, for their significant support, and to the media partner, The Daily Campus, for their valuable collaboration and coverage.
The Civil Career Summit 2025 was regarded as a major milestone for the Civil Engineering Department, made possible through the tireless efforts of the entire organizing team, whose dedication and teamwork ensured a successful and impactful event.