Paid Internship- Strategic Communication

Internship- Strategic Communications

Graduate / Entry-Level Role

About Threshold

At Threshold, our diverse team is united by a common goal: to redefine the landscape of strategic communications through a collaborative, innovative, and client-centric approach. Our team came together with a shared purpose and a commitment to deliver excellence built on trust, synergy and ethos. Our strategies, implemented by a team renowned for delivering outcomes, act as catalysts that enable clients to drive change and create meaningful impact.

Role Overview

This is an introductory role for talented graduates looking to build a career in strategic communications. The position is centred on media monitoring, media report creation, and drafting communications, giving you a strong foundation in how a strategic communications team operates day-to-day. Alongside this core focus, you will have the opportunity to work across Threshold’s full-service agency – including digital, written and visual content, design and production – gaining broad exposure while working closely with experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor local, regional and international media (print, broadcast, online and social) for client, industry and competitor coverage
  • Compile and produce clear, accurate media monitoring reports and coverage summaries on a daily/weekly basis
  • Draft communications materials such as media reports, talking points, statements and internal updates in both Arabic and English
  • Support translation and quality checks of communications materials between Arabic and English
  • Collaborate with the wider agency team on integrated campaigns spanning digital, written and visual content
  • Coordinate with design and production teams to support the development of campaign materials
  • Track media and industry trends to help inform client reporting and strategy
  • Support day-to-day account coordination, including timelines and deliverables

Ideal Candidate

  • Recent graduate in Communications, Journalism, Media, Public Relations or a related field
  • Fluent in written and spoken Arabic and English (essential)
  • Strong writing, editing and summarising skills, with close attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good research skills and genuine interest in media and current affairs
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Eager to learn, proactive, and enthusiastic about a career in strategic communications
  • Exposure to design or content tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite) is an advantage, not a requirement

What We Offer

  • A structured introduction to strategic communications, with a clear focus on media monitoring and reporting
  • Hands-on experience on real client accounts from day one
  • Exposure to a full-service agency – digital, written and visual content, design and production
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • A creative and inclusive work environment
  • This is a paid 6-month internship with the opportunity for a permanent role at the end of the contract
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