THE OPEC FUND FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2020 [FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS]

Application Deadline: 1st October 2020

Overview: 

The OPEC Fund offers an Internship Program for students from diverse academic backgrounds to help build their capacity by enriching their educational experience through practical, day-to-day work at an international organization. The program is open to university students who are about to graduate or who have just graduated (undergraduate program). 

In-line with the particular activities of the departments and units within the OPEC Fund, the areas of focus will include public sector operations; project financing; grants; financial management (investment/treasury and accounting/control); risk management; strategic planning & economic services; internal audit; human resources; administration and protocol; public relations and communications; legal; as well as information technology.

As the program is intended to be a learning experience, the interns will not receive any remuneration. This includes (although is not limited to) reimbursement of costs of visas, travel, accommodation, and living expenses, as well as any transportation associated with commuting to and from the OPEC Fund's headquarters.

Internship Benefits:

The Internship Program runs for between two and six months and is designed to: 

• Provide a framework to support students assigned to any OPEC Fund department so that the focus remains on enriching the student’s experience; 
• Provide an immersive experience so that students gain practical experience of working for an international organization; and
• Provide the opportunity for students to understand the OPEC Fund’s vision, mission, and related values.

Internship Requirements:

• Interns are assigned to different departments/units depending on their interests and qualifications, and according to departmental needs. The Internship Program offers opportunities to focus on one or more of the following: public sector operations; private sector and trade finance operations; grants; financial management; risk management; strategic planning and economic services; internal audit; human resources; administration; communication; legal services; and information technology.
• Work assignments undertaken by interns may include:

• Conducting research;
• Writing documents;
• Organizing information; and
• Assisting employees with their day-to-day work.

Internship Eligibility:

Applicants must be 

• between 20 to 30 years of age and enrolled in an undergraduate program (having completed at least two years) or graduate program. Alternatively, applicants may be recent graduates, having graduated a maximum of one year before the application deadline.
• Proficient in English. Knowledge of an additional language (e.g. French, Spanish, Arabic) is an asset;
• Computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office);
• Keenly interested in the work of the OPEC Fund;
• Able to demonstrate cultural awareness; and
• Able to demonstrate the OPEC Fund’s core values (Integrity, Empowerment, Excellence, Innovation, Community).

Application Requirement:

• The online application form: APPLY NOW
• A Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• A copy of their university diploma or equivalent, or an original letter of confirmation from a university/school certifying the applicant is/was an undergraduate student;
• A copy of their most recent university transcripts, showing the cumulative GPA or equivalent; and
• A short statement in English (about 150-250 words) outlining their motivation for applying.
• Successful candidates must be able to present a valid health or medical insurance policy for Austria or a similar certificate proving he/she will be fully covered from a medical perspective for the duration of the program. 

For More Info Visit The Official OPEC FUND Website