Intern

APCO


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Intern
Job Description

Role

We are looking for a highly motivated intern with a passion for public affairs and strategic communications to join our Dubai office. This role will support our consulting work at the intersection of the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Asia, particularly China.

You should be a quick learner with strong research and writing skills, and thrive in a fast-paced, international environment. You will work as part of an integrated team serving a diverse portfolio of global clients across multiple sectors. As we expand our MENA-Asia advisory services, we welcome enthusiastic, globally minded talent to grow with us.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on political, economic, and industry trends related to MENA-Asia relations
  • Draft briefings, newsletters, and market insights for internal and external stakeholders
  • Support strategic communications and public affairs projects across MENA-China/Asia accounts
  • Assist in business development and marketing initiatives, especially those helping Chinese/Asian companies enter MENA markets
  • Coordinate with team members, clients, and partners across regions to ensure smooth project delivery

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree is a plus)
  • Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to convey insights clearly and logically
  • A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to take on new challenges
  • Genuine interest in public relations, international affairs, and MENA-Asia relations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a global mindset
  • Fluency in English and Mandarin
  • Background in public relations, journalism or public affairs is a plus
  • Availability to commit at least 3 days per week to the office for a period of 3–6 months
  • Candidate must be based in UAE

What We Offer

  • A dynamic, multicultural team at one of the world’s leading advisory firms
  • Exposure to diverse industries, markets, and high-impact projects
  • Opportunities to work with leading global companies, governments, and institutions
  • Access to internal trainings and office activities

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues.

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.

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