Human Resources Intern

Modon; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE seeks a Talent Acquisition Intern to support the People & Culture department. This 3 to 6 months internship offers hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, and administrative tasks. Ideal for students pursuing HR or Business Administration, this role enhances skills in communication, organization, and understanding of recruitment processes.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Interest in recruitment and HR operations.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing candidates via job portals.
• Screen resumes and coordinate interview schedules.
• Support onboarding and recruitment documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS/ATS platforms

Job description

Internship Job Description

Title: Talent Acquisition Intern

Department: People & Culture

Duration: 3 to 6 months

Stipend: No

Job Purpose:

To support the Talent Acquisition (TA) team in various recruitment, onboarding, and administrative tasks. The intern will gain hands-on experience in sourcing, screening, coordination, and compliance, while understanding the full recruitment lifecycle within a corporate environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing candidates via job portals (LinkedIn, Bayt, etc.).
• Post job advertisements on internal and external platforms.
• Screen resumes and coordinate interview schedules with hiring managers.
• Assist in conducting reference checks and maintaining recruitment documentation.
• Support the onboarding process including document collection and preparation of joiner checklists.
• Coordinate with Admin and IT for new joiner logistics (desk setup, laptops, etc.).
• Support the TA Officer in maintaining recruitment trackers and preparing weekly reports.
• Participate in organizing career fairs, internship drives, and university outreach.
• Help maintain candidate and employee files in accordance with internal file structure and compliance policies.
• Assist with document preparation for visa and onboarding formalities in coordination with the HR operations team.
• Support HR orientation and induction programs for new joiners.

Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to the full recruitment and onboarding cycle in a professional environment.
• Understanding of recruitment tools, ATS systems, and sourcing strategies.
• Improved communication, coordination, and professional HR practices.
• Insights into UAE labor laws and organizational compliance.
• Hands-on experience in using MS Office and basic HRIS tools.

Qualification & Skills Required:

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Interest in recruitment, HR operations, and employer branding.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.

Preferred:

• Exposure to SAP or other HRIS/ATS platforms.
• Prior internship or project experience in HR/recruitment is a plus.