Program Format
In-Person
Program Type
Instructor-paced
Program Start/End Date
09 Jul - 09 Sep 2023
Language
English,Arabic
Enrollment Status
Applications close
Applications open
13 Apr 2023
Applications close
30 Nov 2023
Program Format
In-Person
Program Type
Instructor-paced
Program Start/End Date
09 Jul - 09 Sep 2023
Language
English,Arabic
Program Overview

Misk Traineeship Program aims to empower, upskill, and prepare the youth of Saudi Arabia to become responsible and active participants in tomorrow’s economy by creating and managing strong, unique, and professional traineeship opportunities through partnering with leading local and international companies.

Program Details

Misk Traineeship Program boosts confidence and awareness for interns by providing real-life work experience and preparing Saudi youth who are motivated and ambitious to develop their skills in the marketplace.

Misk traineeship programs include any on-the-job training programs like internships, traineeships, and graduate development programs.

The program has positively impacted thousands of beneficiaries, with the majority of the beneficiaries consider themselves learning and describe their experience as eye-opening, challenging, and enriching.

In-depth information about the available opportunities and internship host companies will be revealed to applicants who pass the initial selection process.

Program Duration

Program duration ranges between 2 months to a full year across Saudi’s pioneer organizations across high-potential Startups & SMEs, leading Non-Profits, and top-tier Corporations

Misk Traineeship Program experiences include the following:

Program Outcomes
  • Interns will gain new knowledge and professional skills
  • Interns will learn to appreciate work, experience teamwork and handle working under pressure
  • Interns will be more confident, optimistic, and ready for their professional future
  • Interns will expand their professional network and self-awareness of natural strengths and areas of improvement
  • Interns will receive a certificate from Misk Foundation upon successful completion of the traineeship program
  • Interns who perform well are likely to be offered a full-time employment opportunity after completing the internship program depending on the availability of vacant positions at the internship host company
Application Criteria
  • Saudi National
  • Senior University Students and Fresh Graduates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with no more than 2 years since graduation
  • Proficiency in English and Arabic languages
  • Reputable University
  • Competitive GPA

 

Internship Industry Focus:

  • Professional services (e.g. Accounting, Marketing, Legal, HR, Consulting, Creative)
  • Transport & logistics
  • Tourism, Culture & Hospitality
  • Healthcare
  • IT, Digital Business & Communication Services
  • Processing & Manufacturing
  • Retail & Wholesale
  • Construction & Engineering
  • Financial Services & Fin-Tech
  • Education & Ed-Tech
  • Non-for-profit & Social development

 

Desired skills:

  • Curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Effective time management skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Promising document development through Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Program Highlights
Location
Local and Global
Start date
July 09, 2023
Duration
2 Months up to 1 year
Target
Senior University Student and Graduates with a bachelor’s degree with no more than 2 years since graduation
Benefits
Paid 
Placement
The program will automatically show the internship opportunities at companies that align with your interests, qualifications, and skills accordingly
Current Opportunities
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Misk Traineeship ProgramGlobal Traineeship Program

Misk Global traineeship programs include any international on-the-job training programs like internships, traineeships, and graduate development programs.

Over the course of this 8 week internship, you will have the opportunity to work for high potential Startups & SMEs, leading Non-Profits, and top-tier Corporations. The program has positively impacted thousands of beneficiaries, with the majority of the beneficiaries consider themselves learning and describe their experience as eye-opening, challenging, and enriching. 95% of previous interns feel better prepared to enter the workforce after their experience. Interns who perform well are likely to be offered a full-time employment opportunity after completing the internship program depending on the availability of vacant positions at the internship host company. In-depth information about the available opportunities and internship host companies will be revealed to applicants who pass the initial selection process.
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Misk Traineeship ProgramCISCO Pre-Grad Program

Misk, in partnership with Cisco, introduces the Accelerated Apprenticeship Pre-Grad Program, a fellowship opportunity. The purpose of this program is to attract, develop, and provide best-in-industry career opportunities to diverse groups of young people, benefiting our society and industry.

The program targets university students expected to graduate by 2024. Exceptional rising talent candidates will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in Cisco technologies and operations for a duration of 12 months. This immersive experience will be a paid cutting-edge learning opportunity, focusing on the development of program management and technical skills in areas such as automation, security, and programmability, among others.
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Misk Traineeship ProgramUN Junior Professional Officer Program

In Partnership with the United Nations, Misk Foundation introduces a fellowship opportunity through the Junior Professional Officer Program (JPO). The JPO program is considered one of the best entry-points for a career with the UN and it targets fresh graduates with a post-graduate degree or young professionals looking to pursue a career in philanthropy.

The main objective of the program is to provide young professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of multilateral international cooperation through a learning experience under the supervision of specialists. The goal from the program is to contribute to the advancement and furtherance of their organization’s mandate.
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Misk Traineeship ProgramYoung Professionals Programme

The Young Professionals’ Programme (YPP) aims at bringing in young professionals improving the geographical representation of the Organization and enriching and diversifying the UNESCO staff.

This programme provides talented, highly qualified university graduates and young professionals from non- and under- represented Member States the opportunity to join UNESCO at the early stage of their professional career. Summary of positions: Associate Education, Policy Analyst, Associate liaison officer, Associate HR officer (Legal), Administrative Officer , Associate Programme Specialist
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Misk Traineeship ProgrammeUNESCO Junior Professional Officer Programme

In Partnership with the United Nations, Misk Foundation introduces a fellowship opportunity through the Junior Professional Officer Programme (JPO). The JPO programme is considered one of the best entry-points for a career with the UN and it targets fresh graduates with a post-graduate degree or young professionals looking to pursue a career in philanthropy.

The main objective of the program is to provide young professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of multilateral international cooperation through a learning experience under the supervision of specialists. The goal from the program is to contribute to the advancement and furtherance of their organization’s mandate, particularly with regards to the Sustainable Development Goals and other areas of focus to UNESCO as an agency.
Program Achievements
95%
of previous interns feel better prepared to enter the workforce after their experience.
Skills You Will Gain
Leadership
Communication
Problem solving
Data Analysis
Application Process
  1. Sign Up
    Sign up through Misk Hub to create your profile
  2. Apply
    Complete your application
  3. Evaluation
    Misk will evaluate your application
  4. Video Submission and Assessment
    Successful applicants will be required to submit a video biography
  5. Interview
    Successful applicants will be interviewed virtually (online)
  6. Browsing Opportunities
    Successful applicants will gain access to the available internship opportunities and mark interest to preferred programs
  7. Career Essential Courses
    Candidates must complete career essential courses as pre-requisite to become eligible for an internship program
  8. Internship Host Company Assessment
    Candidates will go through specific assessment process by internship host company (e.g. interviews)
  9. Application Confirmation
    Successful applicants will receive a confirmation on their program acceptance and enrollment details. All applicants will receive an update on their application process within 4 to 6 weeks from completing their application.
Frequently Asked Questions

You can find more information about the program dates on the program specific page.

Successful applicants who are qualified will be required to submit a video biography. Yes, it is a mandatory part of the application

All applicants will receive an update on their application process within 4 to 6 weeks from completing their application

No, the internship opportunities require a full-time commitment of 5 days per week, 8 hours per day for the full duration of the internship program

This is possible depending on your performance in the internship program and the availability of a vacant position within internship host company

 

Yes, you need to be fluent in English and Arabic

You will receive a confirmation email stating that your application has been successfully received

No, all internship programs require in-person presence

Yes, interns will receive Misk Traineeship Program Completion Certificate upon successful completion of the program

No, there are some international traineeship opportunities as well.

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