BENEFIT, a company in Bahrain’s fintech and electronic financial transactions sector, has announced the launch of the fourth edition of its annual fintech internship programme, Masar.

The initiative is aimed at providing Bahraini youth with practical experience and skills development opportunities in the fintech field.

This year’s edition of Masar will support 40 selected participants, offering them the chance to gain industry exposure, enhance their problem-solving capabilities, and engage with ongoing developments in Bahrain’s digital economy.

Open to Bahraini university students and members of the BENEFIT team, the programme is intended to foster inclusive talent development.

It combines advanced training in emerging financial technologies with hands-on workshops, allowing participants to work on real-world projects under the supervision of experienced professionals.

Salah Al Awadhi, Chief Human Resources Officer at BENEFIT, stated:

“This initiative underscores our ongoing efforts to support national talent by equipping young Bahrainis with the skills needed to navigate the fintech sector. We recognise the importance of investing in human capital to ensure long-term development.”

He added that the programme is structured to develop a generation of skilled individuals prepared to meet the shifting demands of the fintech industry.

Through its emphasis on experiential learning and applied knowledge, Masar aims to prepare participants to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s Vision 2030 and its broader ambitions for a knowledge-based economy.

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