Interning at the ITF
Secretariat of the Task Force for International Cooperation on Holocaust Education, Remembrance and Research (ITF)
Internship Announcement
Note: As of 2010, the Task Force for International Cooperation on Holocaust Education, Remembrance and Research (ITF) has authorized an internship program at the Secretariat in Berlin, Germany.
There are two internships per year, the first from 1 January through 30 June and the second from 1 July through 31 December.
To apply for an internship in 2010, please send your application to the Secretariat before April 15, 2010. (Please see below for further details regarding the application.)
Background
The Task Force for International Cooperation on Holocaust Education, Remembrance and Research (ITF) currently has 27 member countries. It consists of more than 300 delegates, representing governments as well as non-governmental organizations. Twice a year, these delegates come together for the ITF Plenary Session. The ITF also hosts several intersessional meetings throughout the year.
The purpose of the ITF is to place political and social leaders' support behind the need for Holocaust education, remembrance and research both nationally and internationally. To this end, the ITF diplomats and experts formulate policies and recommendations on political, educational, academic and remembrance issues related to the Holocaust. The ITF also reviews and funds multilateral projects that seek to promote Holocaust education, remembrance and research.
Headed by the Executive Secretary and composed of three staff members and an intern, the Secretariat coordinates the ITF's activities. It provides support and advice to the ITF Chair, assists with the organization of the bi-annual Plenary and other ITF meetings, represents the ITF at international meetings, processes project proposals and facilitates the flow of information among ITF delegates and vis-à-vis external interlocutors. The Secretariat is also responsible for the ITF website and hosts the ITF's institutional archive.
The ITF Secretariat is recruiting an intern.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Within the Secretariat, and under the guidance and direct supervision of the Executive Secretary and the Communication and Program Officer, the following duties will be assigned to the intern:
- Support the workflow of the Secretariat and closely cooperate with the Executive Secretary and the Communication and Program Officer in a fast-paced office environment;
- Conduct online research and prepare overviews on organizations/institutions and countries involved in Holocaust education, remembrance and research;
- Draft and summarize updates for the ITF website;
- Compile background information for country visits;
- Assist with the preparation of ITF meetings;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Candidate's Qualifications
Candidates should provide the necessary work permit for an internship in Berlin as well as proof of their health insurance. They should be students enrolled at a university, pursuing studies of history, political science, international relations, communication studies, sociology, law and related subjects.
Expected qualifications include:
- Interest in Holocaust education, remembrance and research and international cooperation;
- Fluency and good drafting skills in English, any other language skills are very welcome;
- Research and analytical skills;
- Ability to deal with sensitive political issues;
- Ability and willingness to work with advanced IT tools and proficiency to use the Internet, Ms Word, Power Point etc.;
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different cultural and backgrounds;
- General openness towards a variety of different, including administrative, tasks.
Further Details
A small remuneration will be available, subject to taxation and social security deductions and including health insurance.
Expected working hours: 30 hours a week
Candidates should email a letter of motivation, their CV and the contact details of two references to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Written enquiries may be sent to the same email address. Please do not call the Secretariat.
Candidates may be asked for a phone and a personal interview. The selection process may also include a written test.
