Data Protection Intern

About the Role
The Data Protection Intern supports the Privacy Office in ensuring compliance with UAE data protection laws. This role provides hands-on exposure to the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021).

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain data inventory and Records of Processing Activities (RoPA), including data categories, purposes, legal bases, and retention periods.
• Assist with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and privacy reviews.
• Update data privacy policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes and business needs.
• Help track regulatory updates.
• Update data maps and data flow inventories in collaboration with business teams.

Requirements

• Pursuing or a recent graduate in Law, Information Security, Business, or a related field.
• Genuine interest in data protection with basic knowledge of Middle East data privacy laws, particularly the UAE Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).
• Clear written English, strong attention to detail, and discretion with confidential information.
• Familiarity with UAE PDPL and progress toward CIPP/E or CIPM is a plus.

What You Will Learn and What We Offer
By the end of the internship, you will be able to:

• Build and maintain a record of processing activities.
• Contribute to a DPIA from scoping to recommendations.
• Explain how the UAE onshore and free zone data protection regimes differ.