Data Privacy Intern — UAE PDPL & DPIA Focus

Tabby; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 20,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Tabby in Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Data Protection Intern to support the Privacy Office in aligning with UAE data protection laws. The role offers hands-on exposure to the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) through practical tasks and regulatory tracking.

You will build and maintain records of processing activities, assist with DPIAs, and help update privacy policies. Strong English and detail orientation are essential; familiarity with UAE PDPL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recent graduate in Law, Information Security, Business or related field.
• Genuine interest in data protection and basic knowledge of UAE privacy laws (PDPL).
• Clear written English, strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Nice to have familiarity with UAE PDPL and progress toward CIPP/E or CIPM.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain data inventory and RoPA, including data categories, purposes, legal bases and retention periods.
• Assist with DPIAs and privacy reviews.
• Update data privacy policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes and business needs.
• Help track regulatory updates.
• Update data maps and data flow inventories with business teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Legal/privacy interest

Data privacy basics

Education

Law/Info Security/Business degree (or current student)

Job description

Tabby in Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Data Protection Intern to support the Privacy Office in aligning with UAE data protection laws. The role offers hands-on exposure to the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) through practical tasks and regulatory tracking.

You will build and maintain records of processing activities, assist with DPIAs, and help update privacy policies. Strong English and detail orientation are essential; familiarity with UAE PDPL is a plus.