In 2026, 26 new participants joined the large-scale «BezVahan» career program from the telecommunications company Kyivstar. The initiative provides specialists with diverse backgrounds a unique opportunity to gain practical skills, develop professional competencies, and work on real business tasks under the reliable guidance of experienced mentors.
Selection Scale and Popular Areas
During the open application period, the «BezVahan» project received over 1,000 applications from students, career changers, and experienced professionals from Ukraine and European countries. Candidates showed the highest interest in such in-demand areas as HR and PR, Big Data, Cybersecurity, and Business Analysis. The main expectations of the participants were professional development, practical experience, and the prospect of building a career within a large company.
Management Perspective and Business Goals
Svitlana Kuzemko, Head of the Talent Acquisition and Development Department, noted that it is important for the company to create a real starting point for a future career. Participants work on business tasks, learn from colleagues, and receive mentor support. For business, this is an effective tool for attracting talent, testing their skills in real-world conditions, and finding specialists who can strengthen the team.
Participant Feedback and Working Conditions
Kateryna Demianenko, junior specialist in the communications and reputation department, shared that she was entrusted with real tasks and given the opportunity to learn through practice. In turn, Olha Nesterenko, junior specialist in the talent acquisition and development department, emphasized the importance of the value of every employee in the company. Participants are enrolled under a one-year contract, accompanied by a trained mentor for the first three months, and successful graduates may receive a permanent job offer when vacancies are available.
Project Results and Prospects
From 2023 to 2025, 83 specialists became program participants, of whom 58 graduates from previous cohorts received permanent job invitations at Kyivstar. The program continues to successfully open new career horizons for specialists striving for professional changes.
