Intern - Programs Department

The intern within the Programs Department will support necessary research and communication with external organizations to gain experience on how an international organization functions and broaden their understanding of global efforts in the field of countering extremism and violent extremism. The intern will conduct literature reviews, desk research on relevant topics, review reports, collect data, contribute to planning, logistics and administration tasks, and support the department’s overall objectives in alignment with their professional goals and Hedayah’s needs.

• Support countering extremism and violent extremism programs and projects within the department, including country-specific programming, communication and various other global programs.
• Conduct literature reviews, desk research and review reports on countering extremism and violent extremism topics as directed.
• Collect research material on specific topics related to radicalization, extremism, and violent extremism in relevant countries/regions or in support of ongoing projects and programs.
• Condense programmatic documents to produce clear and concise impact reports for a general audience
• Provide administrative support, including support in: note-taking and data collection and management, logistical support, visibility/communications or other planning efforts.

Internal

• All departments

Education:

• Students enrolled in a university or other accredited institution, or at a graduate or postgraduate level; recent graduates or postgraduates, i.e. currently enrolled or within one year of graduation; with a background in criminology, security studies, strategic communications, peacebuilding, international relations, political science, diplomacy any related field.

Work Experience:

• No specific working experience in the field required.

REQUIRED:

• A high degree of communication in English and excellent research, writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work virtually, autonomously and in a team with the ability to perform various tasks and think creatively.
• A well-organized, adaptable team player with the ability to perform various tasks and think creatively.
• Ability to manage several stakeholders coming from diverse cultural backgrounds appropriately.
• Results-driven, proactive and has the ability to meet deadlines.
• Interest in working in an international, multicultural environment.

PREFERRED:

• Interest in strategic communications, countering extremism and violent extremism, international relations or related fields is preferred.
• Results-driven, proactive personality with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Campaigning, Adobe Creative Suite and social media monitoring skills or an interest.
• Fluency in other languages, particularly Arabic, French, and/or Russian, will be considered an asset.

• Please note this internship role is not remunerated.
• Please note this internship role is entirely remote, unless the candidate is already based in the UAE. Travel costs are not supported for this role.
• The internship will be 6 months in length and a total of a minimum of two working days per week, although this could be increased pending the candidate’s availability.

Timeframes would ideally be availability from 30 June – 31 December 2025.

To apply, send a short cover letter and CV to hr@hedayah.ae  – adding “Intern – Programs Department” in the subject line.