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ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS

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DEADLINE

14-04-2024

IGNITE PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Seize the opportunity to leverage your expertise and enthusiasm through an internship in Abu Dhabi, offered by the Creative Media Authority and its partners. Explore a spectrum of possibilities within the media industry, spanning areas such as legal, human resources, finance, marketing, and beyond. This internship provides a unique chance to acquire essential skills, propelling you toward a successful career launch. Embrace the diverse opportunities awaiting you in the vibrant professional landscape.

OPPORTUNITIES

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MEDIA & CREATIVE

Gaming, Digital, Animation

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MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Social Media, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Branding

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BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Business Development, Strategy, Property Management, Procurement, Human Resources

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FINANCE & ACCOUNTING

Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Budgeting

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LEGAL

Policies, Procedures, Contracts

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Operating System, Cyber Security, Application Development

TALENT IN ACTION

As an intern for one of the companies at Creative Media Authority, you'll be immersed in a creative and engaging culture with industry experts and work on projects that will greatly enhance your CV.

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Sali AlKaabi – Intern at Creative Media Authority’s Talent Development Dept.

"I am a passionate Emirati student pursuing my studies at IE University in Madrid, Spain. I am thrilled to engage in a six-month internship journey alongside the creative lab team.

Skills I have acquired through my internship:

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office software’s, strong business communication skills, adaptability and coordination of intern placements, mentoring and facilitating learning for interns and effective time management and task prioritization.

This journey promises not only growth but also the opportunity to infuse creativity into every endeavor."

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Ammar Ahmed – Intern at twofour54’s Finance Dept.

"I am a student at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. The skills that I have gained in this internship are the following:

  • Ability to analyze financial data, communicate financial information effectively, prioritize tasks, develop keen attention to detail.
  • Improve skills in using Excel for data analysis, financial modeling, and reporting."

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Shahad Qayed – Intern at twofour54’s Community Hub Management Dept.

"I am a student at UAEU, majoring in Entrepreneurship. As part of my academic journey, I am undertaking a three-month internship at twofour54, within the Community Hub Management Department. Throughout this experience, I have had the opportunity to learn and enhance several skills such as:

  • Data management and logging meetings and events in the company’s internal software.
  • Accuracy and organization in record-keeping.
  • Assisting vendors with ease and composure."

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What are Creative Media Authority’s internship cycles and when can I apply?

We have three internship cycles. The Spring cycle runs between January and March, the Summer cycle covers May to July, and the Fall cycle runs between August and October. We encourage interested students to apply at least two months prior to their internship starting date.

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What is the process and how long does it take?

After the application closing date, your submission will go through an evaluation that can take up to 3 weeks. If accepted, you will be invited to two interviews; if it’s not accepted, you will be notified by email. If your interviews are successful, you will receive an email within another 3 weeks detailing your internship placement, which will either be at a relevant department or partner company.

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What is an academic internship?

An academic internship is one that is required to fulfill a university credit or internship requirement.

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Are Creative Media Authority internships paid?

All internships are currently non-paid. However, you will gain invaluable experience and skills to kick start your career.

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What is the time commitment that is required of a Creative Media Authority internship?

Most internships require a minimum 36-hour commitment per week for a period of 1-3 months. Creative Media Authority operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The working hours may vary slightly, depending on the department or partner company you will intern at.

For further inquiries, please share your questions with us at

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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

DEADLINE : 14-04-2024

Applications for the summer cycle (May – July 2024) are now open from the 25th of March – the 14th of April 2024. If you are looking for other opportunities with creative lab, kindly visit our Instagram page