Internship Placement

Abu Dhabi · UAE · 2010

GDAB facilitates internship placements for individuals from Germany into the Arab World and from the Arab World into Germany. This is to help young adults broaden their horizons and to contribute to intercultural dialogue and respect.

Already in its first year of operation, GDAB was able to place a German university graduate at an internship position in the United Arab Emirates. The intern supported the Abu Dhabi-based newspaper “The National” for eight weeks in summer of 2009. The German young professional was able to gain invaluable exposure to the local culture and improve Arab language capabilities. She shared her experience and insights with family and friends promoting a better understanding of the local culture. Following the internship, the young professional was able to secure a permanent position in Abu Dhabi to promote intercultural understanding also in the long term.