Youthall has announced the winners of Youth Awards 2026, benchmarked across the Turkish talent market through direct student voting. In an assessment comprising 201,740 participants from 227 universities and 173 academic departments, Borusan Holding earned recognition in two categories.
Without a jury panel, the results were compiled entirely through direct student voting across 165 corporate contenders in 32 sectors. Borusan Holding placed first among all competing industrial and commercial groups to capture the Gold Award in the conglomerate segment, alongside the Achievement Award for its Alpha Young Talent Program.
Alpha Talent Program Since 1991: 96% Retention Rate
Key metrics and operational features of Borusan's talent acquisition ecosystem include:
End-to-End Pipeline: Operating continuously since 1991 and recognized internationally by The Peer Awards for Excellence, the Alpha Young Talent Program functions as a structured progression path for university juniors, seniors, and master's students following their initial internships.
Retention Metrics: Facilitating seamless transitions into full-time roles upon graduation, the platform achieved a 96% retention rate among young talents overall and reached 100% among female Alpha talents.
Borusan Academy Frameworks: Professional development under Borusan Academy integrates specialized curricula, including dedicated AI and Sustainability faculties, preparing incoming cohorts for executive and technical tracks.
Statement from Group Leader Nursel Ölmez Ateş
Nursel Ölmez Ateş, Human Resources, Communication, and Sustainability Group Leader at Borusan Holding, stated:
As a group looking toward 200 years and beyond, we place strong faith in the potential of young generations. Our priority is establishing a transparent ground where every colleague who walks through our doors can make their voice heard and share ideas openly. Through our BorusanX culture, we cultivate trust-based connections while enabling an environment rooted in open dialogue, collective intelligence, and collaboration. Via our Young Talent Development Programs under Borusan Academy, we prepare them as future leaders, equipping them with competencies suited for shifting market dynamics through specialized AI and Sustainability curriculums. This strong endorsement from university students nationwide proves our alignment with youth expectations and validates their trust in our workplace culture.
