Middle East Talent Management Intern

Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Consulting Group in Riyadh invites a Final-year university student for a Talent Management Internship. You will support Staffing, Career Development, and general administration while working closely with experienced professionals.

This internship offers hands-on exposure to core people processes at a leading global consulting firm. Ideal candidates are bilingual in English and Arabic, highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Final-year university student eligible for COOP in January 2027.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken).
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support Staffing and Career Development activities and general administration.
• Coordinate with Staffing team on follow-ups, data checks, and documentation.
• Draft communications and assist in organizing internal meetings and records.

Skills

Bilingual English-Arabic

Strong communication

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Final-year coop candidate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.

To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.

What You'll Do

As a Talent Management Intern, you will support the day-to-day activities of the Talent Management team, with a particular focus on Staffing, Career Development, and general administration. This internship is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the core people processes of a leading global consulting firm, working closely with experienced Staffing and Career Development professionals.

Key Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To

Staffing

• Assist in maintaining and updating staffing databases, dashboards, and tracking tools
• Help prepare staffing overviews and materials for weekly team discussions
• Support the team in reviewing project needs and consultant availability
• Coordinate with the Staffing team on follow-ups, data checks, and documentation

Career Development

• Support preparation for Career Development Committee (CDC) meetings (e.g., organizing files, preparing templates, updating records)
• Assist in collecting, reviewing, and organizing inputs for performance evaluations and promotion cycles
• Help update consultant profiles, development notes, and other relevant documents

General Administrative & Operational Support

• Draft communications, meeting summaries, or announcements as needed
• Assist in responding to routine queries, escalating to senior team members where appropriate
• Help organize internal meetings, track action items, and support follow-ups
• Contribute to streamlining internal processes and suggest improvements where applicable
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information
• Prepare, review, and organize documents, presentations, and reports
• Assist in maintaining records, shared folders, and internal documentation
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with cross-functional people teams

YOU’RE GOOD AT

• Bringing enthusiasm for people-related topics and a desire to learn about Talent Management
• Working in a structured and organized manner, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Solving problems with patience and willingness to dig into details
• Communicating clearly, professionally, and with a service-oriented mindset
• Building relationships and working as part of a team
• Staying adaptable, reliable, and calm in fast-paced or time-sensitive situations
• Demonstrating integrity, discretion, and responsibility when handling confidential topics

What You'll Bring

• Final-year university student eligible for COOP in January 2027
• Fluent in both English and Arabic (written and spoken)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with a willingness to learn new tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented, and intellectually demanding environment

Additional info

Employment Type: Internship

Job Type: Temporary for 6 months

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

BCG is an E - Verify Employer.