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The First Officer Selection Programme
Selection programmes are conducted on a regular basis to meet the recruitment needs of Emirates. Candidates are invited to come to Dubai to participate in a three day selection process. The programme is designed to offer prospective employees the opportunity to experience both Dubai and Emirates and to identify any issues that may be an obstacle in progressing their interest in joining our airline. Additionally, it provides the opportunity for Emirates to get to know you. We encourage candidates to have their spouse accompany them, as it is a lifestyle decision for the entire family.

The selection programme is a two stage process and generally follows the outline below:

Day 1 - Stage 1
The first day of the programme will include a welcome brief, a logbook and documentation check, a technical quiz and the simulator assessment. The simulator session is conducted in one of our full flight simulators. You are not expected to be familiar with this aircraft; we will be assessing your basic flying skills, management and airmanship. This is the end of stage 1 of the assessment.
Following the simulator session, you will be notified if you have been successful in the first stage of the assessment. Candidates who do not progress from stage 1 will be free to return home or remain in the hotel for the duration of their intended stay.
It is important to remember that this is an interim assessment and, as such, does not constitute overall success within the selection programme for those who continue to the next stage.

Day 2 -Stage 2
The second stage consists of some assessment centre workshops, followed by a brief on some important information relating to the terms and conditions and the process of joining the Company. Candidates will then have the opportunity to visit examples of company accommodation, the Emirates Clinic and proceed on a short tour of Dubai, to learn more about the city and the benefits of living and working here. Candidates are encouraged to ask questions to clarify any issues.

Day 3 - Stage 2
Day three commences with psychometric assessments, followed by feedback from the Company Psychologist on your psychometric profile and finally, a panel interview. The interview presents the final opportunity to discuss any issues regarding your application to join Emirates. Candidates will also be required to undertake a medical, following the interview, if time permits.

As the programme is very comprehensive and includes the simulator assessment on the first day, you will be required to arrive in Dubai with sufficient time to be adequately rested prior to the commencement of the programme.

We will contact you to arrange your travel details, costs for the candidate (travel, accommodation for four nights and meals) will be borne by Emirates. Should you wish to bring your partner (which is encouraged), you will be responsible for all costs associated with this. Visas will be arranged by us for you and your spouse (if applicable).


You will be advised of the outcome of the selection programme six to eight weeks following your interview.

Things to remember for the selection programme
To maximize your opportunity for success, please keep the following points in mind:

- Please come prepared! It is important to have all the necessary documentation (including photocopies) collated and readily available.
- Be yourself. We are interested in seeing the real you, not the person you think we want to see.
- We are aware that there is much information in the marketplace about our selection procedures. Candidates should enter the process with an open mind, without preconceived ideas and overly prepared responses. The best way to maximize your opportunity for success is to listen carefully, follow the instructions and be yourself. Don’t place too much emphasis on what you’ve heard from other people. We change our programme regularly!

We look forward to seeing you in Dubai.