Bundestag Internship Program Germany
Finaid: participants only have to support the travel expenses to and from
Germany
Date: September - January
Deadline: in spring for the program beginning the following September
Open to: all interested students (a very good command of German is required)
Announcement follows:
General information :
This internship program, sponsored by the German Bundestag and the Rheinische
Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn offers qualified, politically-interested
college graduates from Central and Eastern Europe the opportunity to get to know
Germany's parliamentary system. Participating countries are: Bulgaria, Czech
Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Russia, the
Republic of Slovakia.
After a general introduction provided by the University of Bonn, participants
are given a broad view of political life in the Federal Republic of Germany in
seminars held by foundations affiliated with the Parliamentary groups
represented in the Bundestag. Afterwards, participants complete four months of
practical training in offices of Members of Parliament. The goal here is to
offer an intensive, real-life impression of how parliament works and how
political issues are handled. Within the framework of full-time hours,
participants get acquainted with the work in an MP´s office - the emphasis here
is on learning by doing! This includes, for example, preparing for parliamentary
sessions, evaluating information, preparing petitions, writing speeches,
articles and letters, etc. Visits to the legislator's home district are also
planned.
Parallel to the trainee period, an accompanying university seminar provides
participants with the theoretical foundation they need in their work. During the
winter semester participants are enrolled as regular students and are welcome to
take advantage of the university's wide range of courses. Beyond academic
aspects, the program offers excursions to Berlin, Germany's new eastern states,
and to Brussels, as well as many other activities so that participants can get
an up-close look at German and European politics.
Scholarships :
Participants are awarded 900 DM per month in scholarships from German Bundestag
funds. In addition, university and insurance costs are covered, and free
accommodations are provided in various university dormitories. Participants must
pay for their own transportation to and from Bonn.
Timetable :
From September until January of the following year.
Contact:
Address :
Akademisches Auslandsamt der
Universität Bonn
Bundestags-Praktikanten-
Programm
Poppelsdorfer Allee 53
D - 53115 Bonn
Tel.: +49/228/73 76 94
oder:+49/228/73 78 31
Fax:+49/228/73 77 22
e-mail: bip@uni-bonn.de
Website: http://www.bipaa.org
Call
for LGI Research Interns Fall-Winter 2003-2004, Budapest, Hungary
LGI is currently accepting applications for its research internship program.
Interns will work on a voluntary basis at the LGI office (located in the
Budapest headquarters of the Open Society Institute) in a diverse, challenging
and exciting environment on various topics related to local public policy
development, decentralization, public service reform, and multiethnic community
management. Interns will contribute to LGI research and publications and
participate in a variety of projects addressing Eurasia and beyond. The
internship cycle will last for a period of four to six months, depending on the
availability of selected applicants. Interns must have excellent writing,
research and communication skills and must hold at least a BA degree (MA
desirable) in an area related to public policy or political science. Interns
should be knowledgeable about the Eastern European region, Southeastern Europe
or Centr! al Asia, able to work independently and computer literate. Familiarity
with online research and a commitment to working in the region is a bonus. As
the official language of LGI/OSI is English, excellent English written and oral
skills are essential.
More information: http://lgi.osi.hu
Petra Kovacs at kovacsp@osi.hu
Internships at the European Foundation Centre
The European Foundation Centre (EFC) is an
independent international not-for-profit association, which aims to promote the
work of foundations and corporate funders in and with Europe. Based in Brussels,
Belgium this placement offers you the opportunity to live and work in Belgium as
well as providing you with essential employment skills.
The EFC is looking for university students wishing to take a one year break from
their studies prior to their final year. All applications should be received
before April 2003 (deadline 28 March 2003). Internships generally start in the
summer.
The EFC requires enthusiastic flexible interns for the period of one year
(2003-2004)
Positions require a responsible individual who is
outgoing, yet with a committed and sensible attitude towards work.
They offer:
1. Stipend of 570 ? per month
2. One round trip ticket back home
3. A language course in a school of our choice
4. 24 days holiday
5. Work Insurance
6. Transportation pass valid for free use of Brussels public transportation for
one year
Accommodation:
The EFC does not provide accommodation. However before you arrive in Brussels
you will be provided with accommodation details although residence in the city
is relatively easy to arrange. The average price of accommodation for Students
and interns is: Approx: 200 - 250 Euros per month
(+ One month guarantee)
