About the team

The Careem Data Science team’s mission is to drive competitive value from data at scale through building AI models to optimize user experiences, decision making, operational efficiencies, and lead the region’s AI ecosystem. As one of the leaders in this team, you will be at the forefront of fulfilling this mission. You will be working with and leading the top data science talent of the region, leveraging AI to solve the region’s day-to-day problems, through state-of-the-art machine learning, optimization, deep learning, and RL models, that are deployed on top of our own in-house AI platform, serving users in real-time.

What you'll do

• Build a long-term vision on how we can rethink our customer acquisition and engagement strategies, leveraging data in our decision making.
• Drive exploratory analysis to understand the ecosystem, user behavior, identify new levers to help move metrics, and build models of user behaviors for analysis and product enhancements.
• Shape and influence data/ML models and instrumentation to optimize the product experience and generate insights on new areas of opportunity and new products.
• Provide product leadership by sharing data-based recommendations to communicate state of business, root cause of change in metrics, and experimentation results influencing product and business decisions
• Implement scalable machine learning algorithms that will be used in production on big data.
• Embark on exploratory data analysis projects to achievea  better understanding of phenomena as well as to discover untapped areas of growth and optimization. 
• Answer complex analytic questions from big data sets to help Careem shape its products and services in a better way.
• Help define and track the appropriate key metrics for specific projects. 
• Design and run randomized controlled experiments, analyze the resulting data, and communicate results with other teams.
• You will always challenge the status quo and continually investigate new data processing technologies and seek to ensure that we follow the industry best practices.

What you'll need

• Experience in data mining, predictive modeling, time series analysis, machine learning, Big Data methodologies, transformation and cleaning of both structured and unstructured data.
• Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong problem solving and coding skills.
• Solid knowledge of and experience with marketplace problems in ride hailing and delivery services. 
• Solid knowledge of AB testing, classic ML and DL
• Solid understanding of recommendations, learning to rank, uplift modeling and matching problems. 
• Fluency in English along with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency and demonstrated experience in: Python, SQL, Spark, Hive.
• Demonstrated experience with database technologies (e.g. Hadoop, BigQuery, Amazon EMR, Hive, Oracle, SAP, DB2, Teradata, MS SQL Server, MySQL).
• Demonstrated experience with business intelligence and visualization tools (Tableau, MicroStrategy, ChartIO, Qlik) along with geospatial data processing skills is a plus.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.

What we’ll provide you

We offer colleagues the opportunity to drive impact in the region while they learn and grow. As a full time Careem colleague, you will be able to:

• Work and learn from great minds by joining a community of inspiring colleagues.
• Put your passion to work in a purposeful organisation dedicated to creating impact in a region with a lot of untapped potential.
• Explore new opportunities to learn and grow every day.
• Work 4 days a week in office & 1 day from home, and remotely from any country in the world for 30 days a year with unlimited vacation days per year. (If you are in an individual contributor role in tech, you will have 2 office days a week and 3 to work from home.)
• Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for health activities including gym, health club, and training classes.

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what helps us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

•  Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
•  Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
•  Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize Enterprise.

Role Summary & Impact:

Are you a university student / under graduate seeking real-life experience in a collaborative, fun and innovative Media & Advertising world? If yes, read on!​

At WPP Media, we offer fulfilling careers that redefine the role of media. As a Media Intern, you will get a unique opportunity to work in the world’s leading Media Investment company. You will spend 6-12 weeks working on real media campaigns/projects alongside media experts. ​

From day one, you will be immersed into WPP Media and our work culture and learn how we make advertising work better for people.  ​

What to expect: 

You will be in an extensive media internship program for 6-12 weeks in designated departments with WPP Media. However, you will be able to get a gist of every segment on the go. 

Professional Development Opportunities:

At WPP Media, you’ll have access to professional development opportunities across our global network (including WPP). You will be exposed to opportunities through ongoing training and the chance to get involved with a variety of different projects. 

Mentoring: 

You will have unprecedented access to senior leaders as mentors and guide for your work and career. ​

What your Day looks like at WPP Media:

• Provide support in media proposals
• Optimize, manage & report on campaign performance
• Ensure smooth campaign implementation - from processing the bookings for an approved media plan, to putting together a copy call, to following up to ensure that materials are delivered on time and to specifications.
• Provide support in emerging media technology, new business, corporate processes and initiatives

Qualifications & Skills:

• Students doing their bachelors in marketing/media sciences/digital/statistics/sales backgrounds and are currently in their second last semesters of their Bachelor's program.
• Studies in Advertising, Marketing, Business Administration, and/or Mathematics, Statistics preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work successfully with teams, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Great knowledge in Excel & PowerPoint
• Eager to learn more about media planning & media industry

Interview process:​

First Round: 

Upon application – the undergrad will receive a screening call from the WPP Media PK Talent Acquisition Team

​Second Round: 

Panel Interviews with the Business Managers / Senior Managers
​
Final Round: 

Reference Checks from fellow colleagues and professors

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, employee wellbeing facilities, and employee mental health awareness days.   

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodation or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. 

About Pakistan

WPP Media Pakistan is the leading global media investment management operation in Pakistan. We see major growth coming on Digital platforms with internet penetration growing to 87 million broadband users and 85 million 3G/4G subscribers. Social media platforms have also grown substantially in Pakistan where Facebook stands at 34 million subscribers and Tik Tok has replaced Instagram to become the second most penetrated social platform. While the digitalization of the market is happening at a fast pace, it has also opened opportunities for specializations like e-commerce, Digital Content, Video Planning solutions, Technology and Data & Analytics in Pakistan. 

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About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what helps us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

•  Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
•  Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
•  Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize Enterprise.

Role Summary & Impact:

Are you a recent graduate seeking real-life experience in a collaborative, fun and innovative Media & Advertising world? If yes, read on!​

At WPP Media, we offer fulfilling careers that redefine the role of media. As a Media Master, you will get a unique opportunity to work in the world’s leading Media Investment company. You will spend a year training and working on real advertising campaigns alongside media experts. ​

From the first day, you will be immersed into WPP Media's and its agencies' and our work culture and learn how we make advertising work better for people.  ​

What to expect: 

Professional Development Opportunities:

At WPP Media, you’ll have access to professional development opportunities across our global network (including WPP). You will be exposed to opportunities through ongoing extensive training modules and the chance to get involved with a variety of different local/global projects. 

Mentoring: 

You will have unprecedented access to senior leaders as mentors and guide for your work and career. ​

Opportunity to join a permanent role at WPP Media PK: 

Upon graduation from the program, the good performers throughout the program will be offered the opportunity to join a permanent role at WPP Media and its agencies as Assistant Manager.

What your day looks like at WPP Media:

• Work closely with Media Planners to develop and maintain media plans and strategies
• Prepare and update purchase orders within the execution framework
• Manage Tracking of Client and Competition.
• Facilitate timely and accurate campaign launches including troubleshooting and resolving any issues with media/account teams and media vendors
• Analyze data to provide client with recommendations for optimizations.
• Maintain relationships with media suppliers and internal teams
• Prepare and update media flowcharts for Media Planner’s assistance.
• Monitor client billing; resolve any related issues
• Ensure all media projects and innovations proceed according to plan and on deadline
• Participate in media-planning strategy meetings with team members, and help develop new ideas for client media plans.
• Maintain a record of basic deliverables i.e. Droppages, premium positions etc.

Who are we looking for? 

• Bachelors Degree holders from Media/Marketing/Digital backgrounds and with at two or more internships experience in the relevant field.​
• Final year students graduating in December 2025 & June 2026 may apply.

What you’ll bring:

• A big appetite in the ever-changing digital media space.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proficiency in oral and written communications.
• Demonstrate strong interest to build an exciting career in media and communications.
• Appreciation for numbers, statistics and data with the ability to interpret and translate the findings into successful media campaigns.
• Adaptable to constant changes, as the media business is ever evolving.

Interview process:​

First Round:

• Screening call and engagement with the WPP Media PK Talent Acquisition Team. 
• Enter into the Aptitude Test to qualify into the next interview stage.

Second Round: 

Qualified grads will be invited for the Assessment Center and Panel Interviews with Business Directors/Departmental Heads at the premises.

Final Round: 

• Final interview with the Leadership and finalist will be sent reference checks formalities based upon the panel feedback/evaluation
• Reference checks from colleagues and professors to follow

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, employee wellbeing facilities, and employee mental health awareness days.   

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodation or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. 

About Pakistan

WPP Media Pakistan is the leading global media investment management operation in Pakistan. We see major growth coming on Digital platforms with internet penetration growing to 87 million broadband users and 85 million 3G/4G subscribers. Social media platforms have also grown substantially in Pakistan where Facebook stands at 34 million subscribers and Tik Tok has replaced Instagram to become the second most penetrated social platform. While the digitalization of the market is happening at a fast pace, it has also opened opportunities for specializations like e-commerce, Digital Content, Video Planning solutions, Technology and Data & Analytics in Pakistan. 

Action now! Start your career here. Build the future you want. Join us as a Media Master because there is no place better to build and grow a career in media.

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