Al Qasimi Foundation Internship Programme in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

The Internship Programme at the Al Qasimi Foundation is open to undergraduate and graduate students working in public policy for up to three months. It is ideal for students planning to attend graduate school or seeking to apply their studies through practical research.

The Foundation provides a supportive and respectful learning environment for students as they gain professional experience and work with a diverse, multilingual, international staff. Effort is made to ensure interns are exposed to different aspects of the organization and that assigned projects provide hands-on, meaningful opportunities to contribute to the Foundation’s work and impact in the community. Internship activities may include literature reviews, field work, quantitative/qualitative data gathering and analysis, multimedia projects, support writing internal and external reports, and administrative responsibilities.

Interns are expected to abide by the Al Qasimi Foundation’s employment policies and act in a professional manner at all times. As part of their experience, interns will produce at least one policy brief or creative work (depending on the nature of the internship) that will be published on the Al Qasimi Foundation website.

Internship Objectives

• Gain experience: Work on real projects that help the Ras Al Khaimah community.
• Meet amazing people: Connect with students from top universities around the world and the UAE.
• Explore new ideas: Share cultures and create groundbreaking solutions together.

Benefits

• Furnished Apartment
• Local Transportation
• A small stipend to cover living expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be an undergraduate or graduate student.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Recent graduates (within the last two years) can also apply.
• IELTS or TOEFL are not required if English is your first language.
• If English is not your first language, you must show language proficiency (minimum TOEFL iBT score of 85 or an IELTS score of 6.5).

Selection Criteria

• Academic Achievement
• Quality and professionalism of application materials
• Applicants’ interests align with current Al Qasimi Foundation projects.

Required Documents

• Internship Online Application Form
• A cover letter
• A resume
• The most recent official transcript
• An official copy of a TOEFL or IELTS score (if English is not your first language)
• Contact details of two to three references
• An academic writing sample

Applicants should indicate any schedule preferences or constraints. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. All interns should apply online and complete the online application form.