The United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS) in Bruges is currently looking for an IT intern starting on 5 January 2015. The duration of the internship is negotiable, but most preferably until 26 June 2015. The position is to be based in Bruges, Belgium.
As an IT intern:
• You will assist in the (further) development of the social media and a new UNU-CRIS website.
• You will assess, evaluate and improve a UNU-CRIS database management system.
• You will set up a collection of visual material on UNU-CRIS.
• You will assist staff with IT and other tasks as needed.
What we are looking for:
• You have at least a Bachelor’s degree.
• You have a strong interest in IT.
• You are dynamic and eager to contribute to the activities organized by the United Nations University.
• You thrive under pressure and you are able to act quickly and efficiently.
• You are proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite and have experience with, or are willing to familiarise yourself with, the Adobe Creative Suite.
• You possess excellent English writing and communication skills.
• You are willing to work in Bruges for the duration of the internship, which is on a full-time basis.
What we offer:
• Experience in an international and multicultural environment.
• A (basic) training session on Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
• Playing a key role within a challenging and exciting working environment.
• Working with highly qualified staff members with various professional backgrounds.
• Access to the network of UNU-CRIS partners, including other UN institutes and some of the leading universities and non-governmental organizations around the world.
• The internship is non-remunerated, but (local) commuter traffic costs will be reimbursed.
• If you are a holder of a final diploma, obtained at an institution of secondary or higher education, financed or subsidised by the Flemish authorities, there is a possibility to subsidise your internship:
http://www.vlaanderen.be/int/en/funding-international-internships
Please send your application (detailed CV and motivation letter) to Mrs. Pascale Vantorrepvantorre@cris.unu.edu and cc to Mr. Ewout Ramon eramon@cris.unu.edu no later than 7 December 2014. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview at the UNU-CRIS’ premises in Bruges on 15 and 16 December 2014. All replies will be treated in full confidence.
www.cris.unu.edu