Internship Opportunities

As of March 2018 (6 months period)

IDF - International Diabetes Federation

Brussels, Belgium

Overview and Mission

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is an alliance of over 230 national diabetes associations with two million members in more than 170 countries and territories. It is committed to raising the global awareness of diabetes, building the evidence of the impact of diabetes, and providing tools for people with diabetes and health professionals.

The IDF Intern Program gives undergraduate students the opportunity to obtain training and exposure to IDF’s work in the field of diabetes and non-communicable diseases. All intern posts are based at the Federation’s Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.

IDF is looking for 3 interns for the Policy & Programs, Communications and Advocacy departments. You will find more information on our website: https://www.idf.org/who-we-are/jobs.html.

Applicants must:

Be graduate or undergraduate students who require an internship for their course or a first internship experience;

Have EU nationality and/or right to work in Belgium without a work permit;

Have excellent verbal and written skills in English (other languages are an asset);

Have fast word-processing skills and good command of Microsoft Office;

Be proactive, flexible and a good communicator;

Have excellent organizational and team working skills.

How to apply

Interested applicants are requested to send a curriculum vitae and motivational letter by email to hr@idf.org, indicating as reference for which position they apply.