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Have you ever wanted to know how the Alliance works from the inside? On 19 March, NATO began taking internship applications for 2014. Young graduates and research students from a wide range of academic disciplines are invited to apply by 19 April 2013.
As an international organisation, NATO is characterised by diversity: people from different backgrounds, cultures, work styles, values and ways of thinking. This is reflected in the Alliance’s internship programme, which offers opportunities in a variety of areas including political science, international relations, IT, media, finance and human resources.
“Moving into an international organisation has not only given me a unique insight into the decision-making process of the Alliance, it has enriched my professional knowledge of international affairs,” says Hannah, who took up an internship in the Emerging Security Challenges Division in the Cyber Defence Section.
She was assigned to assist the work of senior-level civilian and military officials and committees and found that her MA in International Security and work on cyber defence within an international think tank were useful assets.
“It’s fantastic to be working within the heart of international policy-making at a practical level on an issue of growing visibility and importance. This experience has given me a foundation to build a career in an area I am passionate about and provided an invaluable opportunity to build working relationships I can learn and grow from,” adds Hannah.
Opportunities in many areas
NATO’s internship programme offers a broad range of possible thematic orientations: former students of graphic design, library science, journalism, law enforcement, aeronautics or engineering might also find a unique opportunity to gain international experience in peace and security. Knowledge of Russian or Arabic is especially welcome.
Evelyn began her internship in the Engagements Section of NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division. Prior to her internship, she had completed a Masters degree in Public Policy from the Willy Brandt School of Public Policy at the University of Erfurt, Germany, and had worked as a language teacher.
“The internship in the Engagements Section was a fulfilling experience that allowed me to meet key opinion leaders and facilitate learning about the Organization,” says Evelyn. “I was responsible for Afghanistan-related visits under the direct supervision of the Information Officer for Afghanistan, which was perfect for me, as I had written my Master’s thesis on NATO Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Afghanistan.”
After three months with the Engagements Section, Evelyn spent the final three months of her internship with the Press and Media Section of NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division. Her duties included researching and collecting NATO-relevant media to inform and support decisions by divisional management and the NATO Spokesperson and Deputy Spokesperson.
“My time in the Public Diplomacy Division opened my eyes to the challenges of NATO’s public posture and the importance of maintaining public awareness for NATO’s future. Overall, the internship was a rewarding experience that has greatly contributed to my professional development,” explains Evelyn.
Although some interns stay on at NATO after the internship to complete their assignments or to take up full-time employment, many move on to other international organisations. Whatever their long-term ambitions, the NATO internship experience will help them to achieve their goals.
To apply or learn more, visit the NATO Internship Programme page (www.nato.int/internships).