Intern, DSI MENA

dentsu; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 33,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid position

12-month programme

Two rotations (six months each)

Mentoring

Sponsorship course (Introduction to)

Job summary

Dentsu Sports International Graduate Programme (GADDAHA) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia offers graduates a paid 12-month programme running from August 2026 to July 2027. The programme combines hands-on experience within a global agency network with the chance to work at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing sports industry.

It is split into two six-month rotations across core services and analytics. You will gain experience across sponsorship, consultancy, content and events, plus data-driven

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day duties and coordination of campaigns.
• Support live client briefs and strategic projects.
• Gain exposure to research, strategy and analytics in sports marketing.

Job description

The purpose of this role is to assist the team in their day to day duties and coordination of campaigns and initiatives.

Dentsu Sports International Graduate Programme (GADDAHA) – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dentsu Sports International is offering graduates the opportunity to join our Riyadh office through a paid, 12-month graduate programme running from August 2026 to July 2027. Designed for ambitious graduates looking to build a career in sports management, the programme combines hands‑on experience within a global agency network with the opportunity to work at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing sports industry. The programme will be split across two six-month rotations.

Six months in Dentsu Sports International: You will gain experience across Dentsu Sports International’s core services, including sponsorship and consultancy, content and creative, hospitality and events, partnership activation and fan engagement. You will support live client briefs, strategic projects and new business opportunities, including market research, sponsorship strategy, client presentations, partnership planning and management, campaign development and delivery, content planning, event support and wider agency projects. This rotation will give you a broad understanding of how sports marketing strategies are developed and delivered, from the initial insight and strategic thinking through to activation and execution.

Six months in Dentsu Sports Analytics: You will gain practical experience using data and insight to understand audiences, evaluate sponsorship performance and help brands and rights holders make better-informed decisions. This may include research, data analysis, reporting, measurement and the development of insight-led recommendations.

What you will gain

• Global exposure – Learn from Dentsu Sports International experts in Saudi Arabia, across the region and globally
• Two specialist rotations – Spend six months across Dentsu Sports International’s core services and six months within Dentsu Sports Analytics
• Hands-on experience – Contribute to live client work, strategic briefs and agency projects
• Sports marketing expertise – Understand how partnerships, campaigns, content and experiences are developed and delivered
• Data and analytics experience – Learn how audience data, research and measurement shape sports marketing decisions
• Professional training – Complete the European Sponsorship Association’s Introduction to Sponsorship course
• One-to-one mentoring – Receive dedicated support and guidance throughout the programme
• Industry access – Attend relevant events and networking opportunities, subject to scheduling and availability
• Practical skills – Develop your experience across research, strategy, analytics, presentations and project delivery
• Career development – Build your confidence, professional network and understanding of the sports industry

This is a paid position offered on a 12-month contract, providing an opportunity to develop experience across both the strategic, creative and analytical sides of sports marketing.

Location: Riyadh

Brand: Mktg Sports

Time Type: Part time

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way.