Intern in the External Relations Department, International Relations
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Location
ESA Headquarters Paris France
Our team and mission
The External Relations Department proposes coordinates and supports ESAs policy vis-à-vis non-Member States their institutions and international organisations in accordance with the overall corporate strategy of the Agency. This includes:
- monitoring activities of the Agencys international partners and providing the Agency with appropriate information and reports;
- preparing and coordinating meetings with international partners;
- representing the Agency towards non-Member States their institutions and international organisations;
- devising an international relations strategy and annual activities list;
- providing the secretariat for ESAs International Relations Committee.
To discharge its responsibilities the Department also manages ESA offices abroad including in Washington D.C. and Tokyo.
Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website:
Field(s) of activity for the internship
Topic of the internship: International Relations
As an intern in the External Relations Department you will have the unique opportunity to contribute first-hand to the management of the Agencys relations with its international includes:
- research on geopolitical and geostrategic developments of relevance for ESA and the space sector more broadly;
- foreign policy analysis;
- contribution to the formulation of internal positions and support to the implementation of ESAs missions and programmes jointly carried out with international partners in coordination with relevant programme directorates;
- support to the handling of high-level meetings with international delegations.
Doing so you will be fully integrated into the team contribute to the practice of international relations in a dynamic period of global change and gain insights into the functioning of an intergovernmental organisation at the heart of the space sector.
Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
For more information please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook
Education
You must be a university student preferably studying at masters addition you must be able to prove that you will be enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship.
Additional requirements
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset.
During the interview your motivation for applying to this role will be explored.
Knowledge of the global space sector relevant foreign policies or international relations would be an asset.
Diversity Equity and Inclusiveness
ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender sexual orientation ethnicity religious beliefs age disability or other characteristics.
At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us via email at.
Important Information and Disclaimer
During the recruitment process the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests.
The information published on ESAs careers website regarding internship conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.
Nationality
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria Belgium Czechia Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg the Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland and the United Kingdom.Applicants from Canada as a Cooperating State can apply as well as those from Bulgaria Croatia Cyprus and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Media Relations
- Social Listening
- Relationship Management
- Customer relationship management
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- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
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