Talent Acquisition Intern - Tamheer Program

Role overview

This internship is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within Thales’ Talent Acquisition function. The role is part of the Tamheer program and supports the Talent Acquisition team with sourcing, administrative coordination, and day-to-day operational tasks.

Thales operates across aerospace, transportation, defence, security, and space, and has been a long-standing partner in Saudi Arabia for more than 50 years. In the Kingdom, the company supports Defence, Public Security, Civil Aviation, Space, Enterprise, and Cybersecurity through multiple local sites. Its Saudi strategy is closely aligned with Vision 2030, including localisation, capability building, local talent development, and support for national sovereignty. Thales also established SAMI Thales Electronic Systems (STES), a joint venture with Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), to advance these goals.

Key responsibilities

The intern will assist the Talent Acquisition process by helping with sourcing activities, administrative follow-up, and operational coordination in support of the TA team.

The role also contributes to candidate handling, application flow, and collaboration with sourcing and talent acquisition stakeholders to ensure hiring needs are well supported.

Requirements

There is no prior work experience requirement for this role.

Applicants should be undergraduate students in HR.

Preferred skills

The ideal candidate should bring strong communication ability, an organised approach to work, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

HSE and workplace expectations

Safety is an important part of the role. The intern is expected to protect personal safety and the safety of others, follow Thales HSE policies, comply with applicable local health and safety laws, and use PPE and other safety equipment when required.

The role also includes supporting resource-conscious practices such as conserving water and energy, reducing waste, and encouraging recycling. Any situation that may affect health or safety should be reported immediately to the line manager and the HSE team, and work may be stopped if unsafe conditions are believed to exist.

About Thales

Thales describes itself as a workplace focused on long-term careers and international mobility, with opportunities for development across countries and disciplines. The company emphasizes flexibility as part of its working approach.