Project Intern (UAEN)

MindBase Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

MindBase Education in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Intern to support the Work Placement Program. You will assist the operations team with student communication, application screening, shortlisting, data tracking and general administration for Summer 2026.

The role emphasizes professionalism, attention to detail and confidentiality. University students or recent graduates from Business Administration, Education, Communications, Psychology or HR are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional telephone etiquette.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Student & Parent Communication: Contacts students/parents professionally via phone and email; explains program opportunities and expectations; confirms availability and transportation; responds to inquiries.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Telephone etiquette

Organization and time management

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Education

University student or recent graduate

Background in Business Administration

Background in Education

Background in Communications

Background in Psychology

Background in HR

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

About the Project

The Work Placement Program is an experiential learning initiative designed to provide students aged 1518 with meaningful workplace exposure through placements with leading organizations across multiple sectors in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. The program supports career exploration workplace readiness and the development of future-ready skills through structured industry experiences.

Role Purpose

The Project Intern will support the operations team in managing student communication application screening shortlisting coordination data tracking and administrative activities related to the Work Placement Program Summer 2026. The role requires strong communication skills professionalism attention to detail and the ability to manage information accurately and confidentially.

Key Responsibilities

Student & Parent Communication

• Contact students and parents professionally via phone and email
  
• Explain program opportunities requirements and expectations clearly
  
• Confirm student availability transportation and commitment
  
• Respond to basic inquiries professionally and accurately
  

Application Screening & Shortlisting

• Review student applications based on project criteria
  
• Support the shortlisting process according to partner requirements
  
• Update student tracking sheets and records accurately
  
• Maintain proper documentation of communication outcomes
  

Administrative Support

• Assist in maintaining databases and tracking systems
  
• Coordinate schedules and follow-ups with students and parents
  
• Escalate sensitive or exceptional cases to supervisors
  
• Support day-to-day project operations and coordination activities
  

Data & Reporting

• Ensure accurate data entry and record management
  
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
  
• Prepare basic reports and status updates when required
  

Requirements

Education

• University student or recent graduate preferred
  
• Background in Business Administration Education Communications Psychology HR or related fields is an advantage
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Professional telephone etiquette
  
• Good organizational and time-management skills
  
• Attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook)
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
  

Preferred Qualities

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
  
• Strong interpersonal skills
  
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently
  
• Team-oriented mindset
  

Working Conditions

• Temporary project-based internship
  
• Office-based with communication and coordination responsibilities
  
• May require flexible working hours during peak project periods
  

What Interns Will Gain

• Exposure to large-scale education and youth development projects
  
• Experience in operations coordination and stakeholder communication
  
• Professional workplace experience
  
• Development of communication organization and administrative skills
  
• Professional Expectations
  

Interns are expected to:

• Represent the Project professionally at all times
  
• Communicate respectfully with students parents and stakeholders
  
• Maintain confidentiality of all information
  
• Follow project guidelines and timelines accurately
  

Required Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills Professional telephone etiquette Good organizational and time-management skills Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook) Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Required Education:

University student or recent graduate preferredBackground in Business Administration Education Communications Psychology HR or related fields is an advantage