If you are interested in migration and media issues and want to gain experience in any or both of these fields, you might be eligible to spend three months interning with a leading organization!
Within the framework of the project “Migrants in the Spotlight: Training and Capacity Building for Media Representatives and Students”, financed by the European Commission, the International Organization for Migration and its partners are recruiting 24 interns for a three months traineeship each.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants should be entry-level professionals or students of journalism/social studies/political science or a related field, who are immigrants[1] or come from a family of immigrants. Those applicants who demonstrate a strong interest in migration issues but do not possess an immigration background will be also considered; however, preference will be given to the first group.
Applying for an internship
If you consider applying for an internship at IOM or at any of the project partner organizations, you are encouraged to send your application (CV and cover letter) in English to the preferred organization. Please click here for the contact details for each country.
The cover letter should specify the proposed period and dates of the internship; however, the commencement date cannot be later than 1st of September 2011.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Employment conditions
Duration:
Internships will last three months and the contract cannot be renewed.
Notice:
Either party may terminate internship contracts before the expiration date, giving one week's notice in writing.
Insurance:
Interns are required to present proof that they are covered against occupational and non-occupational injury and illness.
Monthly Sustenance Allowance:
A 500 euro monthly allowance will be provided to cover the participants’ basic living expenses.[2]
[1] By immigrants we refer to third-country nationals legally residing in the EU Member States. Evidence regarding your residence status will be requested.
[2] Please note in some countries the internship stipend is not tax-free.
