UOWD is hiring an Internship Coordinator to lead its internship placement program and support student career readiness through mentorship, industry partnerships, and organized internship opportunities. This full-time, on-site role supports students from application to placement, while enhancing industry engagement and data tracking across the university’s career services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the university’s internship program.

• Align internship placements with academic goals and student career aspirations.

• Build and maintain partnerships with industry professionals and organizations.

• Match students with relevant internships and provide guidance throughout the placement process.

• Collaborate with academic departments to promote internship opportunities.

• Conduct workshops and sessions to prepare students for the workplace.

• Monitor student progress and gather employer feedback.

• Manage and maintain the Career Services System.

• Organize events to support student employability and career development.

• Maintain accurate internship records and analyze placement outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Career advising certification is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years in career services, student placement coordination, or internship management.

• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with industry partners.

• Background in student advising, career coaching, or similar roles is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools.

• Ability to engage and mentor diverse student groups.

• Capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive, tax-free salary based on experience.

• Five weeks of paid annual leave.

• Annual airfare allowance.

• Private medical insurance (for self and eligible dependents).

• Life and disability coverage.

• Education allowance (for up to 3 children).

• Fee waivers and professional development support for employee and eligible family.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
UOWD is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Contract Type: Full-time, On-site