Middle East
Returnships in Middle East
Returnships are paid, fixed-term programs for people coming back after a career break for caregiving, health or relocation. They usually include training and a mentor, and many lead to a permanent offer.
4 open listings here, out of 78 in this category.
- See cycleCareer Comeback ProgrammeEmirates IslamicA six-month re-introductory programme at Emirates Islamic (UAE) for professional women, especially mothers, back after two or more years away, with training, upskilling…6-month re-introductory programme · training and upskillingUnited Arab EmiratesApply through Emirates Islamic's current vacancies or by email to its recruitment team; no cohort dates posted (checked 2026-10-31).Details and how to apply
- See cycleReigniteMashreqMashreq's paid return-to-work programme for women back after a career break of 12 months or more: full-time roles with personalised coaching, a career counsellor…full-time employment · paid programmeUnited Arab Emirates, Qatar, OmanNo cohort dates posted; apply to roles through Mashreq's careers portal (checked 2026-10-31).Details and how to apply
- See cycleReturnship Program – EMEASAPSAP's six-month paid, full-time return-to-work programme in EMEA (hybrid roles in France, Spain, South Africa and Saudi Arabia) for professionals with 5+ years'…six-month paid full-time programme · hybrid rolesFrance, Spain, Saudi ArabiaThe EMEA programme was not hiring when checked on 2026-10-31 (the page says to check back soon); SAP points to its talent community for updates. No dates posted.Details and how to apply
- See cycleReturnship Program 'Re-Energize'Siemens EnergyA six-month paid fixed-term returnship at Siemens Energy for mid-career professionals after an extended career break, with mentoring, a buddy, tailored training and a…six-month paid fixed-term contract · mentor and programme buddyUnited Arab Emirates, Sweden, MalaysiaReturnship roles are added to Siemens Energy's job site over time; the page says to check back regularly. No cohort dates posted.Details and how to apply
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