Internship PostEurop

The Association of European Public Postal Operators (PostEurop) is the trade association that has been representing European public postal operators since 1993.

Its 52 members in 49 countries and territories collectively operate 175,000 retail counters, employ 2.1 million people and link 800 million people daily. PostEurop unites its members and promotes greater cooperation, sustainable growth and continuous innovation.

We are currently looking for a trainee/intern for a duration of minimum 6 months starting as soon as possible. The position offers an excellent practical learning experience to those with an interest in overall Project Management and specifically in Projects Communications and Projects accounting domain.

The placement will be in our offices in the heart of the European quarter in Brussels. The Internship will offer professional experience and a vibrant working environment.

Job context 

The Intern Projects Assistant will be responsible for:

Working under the supervision and the coordination of the Senior Project Manager, on a day-to-day basis, assisting on several Projects while reporting to the Senior Project Manager.

Assisting mainly on the Projects Communications and Accounting segments

Assisting by preparing the workshops, Conferences, meetings to come in connection with European Union and Universal Postal Union (UPU) projects as well as day-to-day activities of PostEurop where Projects department is involved.

Assisting to identify possible funding sources (Commission, UPU-QSF, World Bank, etc.) in accordance with PostEurop’s strategy

Primary objectives of the job

The Intern Projects Assistant under the supervision of Senior Project Manager will monitor the performance of internal and external projects against targets and deadlines, and prepare related reports for PostEurop’s Senior Project Manager.

Assisting the Assistant Project Manager to prepare submissions to external bodies in respect of projects and project funding.

Main responsibilities/Activities

In relation to the Projects Communications (INNOV’AGE Project)

Support the development of Projects related content, including presentations, multi-media, PostEurop Newsletter (PENEWS) and Publications (Inside PostEurop), Blogposts (HQ Blog) etc.

Liaise with the Communications team to promote the Projects events & meetings on the PostEurop website

Under supervision, update and draft regularly the Projects section on the PostEurop website and work related to extranet

Assist with special events and meetings related to the Projects from Communications perspective

In relation to Projects Accounting (INNOV’AGE Project)

Under Senior Project Manager supervision, liaise with the Assistant Project Manager on Projects Financial matters

Handling expense reports and invoices following the European Commission and UPU guidelines and rules

Assist in preparing the Financial Reports submission to the European Commission under the supervision of the Senior Project Manager

Day to day activities

Knowledge, skills & experience 

University degree (Master’s Degree specialisation in either Communications and/or Accounting – specialized in both Communications and Accounting will be given high priority)

Thorough knowledge of project management

Understanding of European Institutions, UPU, CERP (other international organisations would be an asset)

Able to cope with strict deadlines

Excellent Communications skills, in English and French, both written and oral

Analytical and creative thinking

Capacity of understanding of European Commission financial & Communications rules

Organised and structured

Team-oriented/people-oriented

Able to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exhibit self-motivation (“self-starter”)

High computer literacy

Good writing skills

Additional information 

Full-time position at PostEurop Headquarters in Brussels (38 hours/week).

Reimbursement: 500€ per month

Application

A CV (maximum of 2 pages) and motivation letter should be sent to Mr. Antonino Scribellito, Senior Project Manager at antonino.scribellito@posteurop.org at the latest by the 9th December 2016 quoting "PostEurop Intern Projects Assistant" in the subject line.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview which will be held at PostEurop Headquarter in Brussels. For more information on PostEurop, please visit www.posteurop.org

New Europe College Fellowships

Deadline: 16 January 2017
Open to: young researchers/academics working in the fields of humanities, social studies, and economics
Fellowship: a monthly stipend of 750 EUR (tax free) + accommodation, international transportation

Description

New Europe College – Institute for Advanced Study in Bucharest, Romania – announces the competition for Fellowships in the academic year 2017-18. The program targets young researchers/academics working in the fields of humanities, social studies, and economics.

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. title;

Working languages are English, French, and German;

A good command of English is desirable.

Fellowship

A monthly stipend of 750 EUR (tax free);

Accommodation, international transportation to and from the home country of the Fellows at the beginning and the end of the Fellowship, as well as for season holidays;

The Fellows who stay for the whole academic year are offered a one-month research trip abroad to an institution of their choice (1,500 EUR for transportation, accommodation, and per diem);

As an alternative, they can opt for field research, in Romania or outside it.

How to apply?

If you are interested in applying please fill in the application form. Applications will be submitted in electronic format only, to the address: applications@nec.ro Candidates are asked to enter in the Subject field of their e-mail message ”NEC Fellowship”. The deadline for the submission of applications is January 16, 2017.

For more details please visit the official website.

Read more: http://www.mladiinfo.eu/2016/11/09/new-europe-college-fellowships/#ixzz4PWUa8rGE

International Ambassador Scholarships at University of West London in UK, 2017

The University of West London is awarding up to 50 international ambassador scholarships in the UK. Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses at the University of West London.

International Ambassador Scholarships recognises and provides financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London. Scholarships are intended to recognise and provide financial support for outstanding students who wish to act as ambassadors for the University of West London.

UWL has a reputation for high-quality education closely linked to employment. They aim to inspire their students to become innovative professionals, connecting them to exciting and rewarding careers.

To enter a degree course, applicants must satisfy or expect to meet general requirements for entry. Applicants must have an honours degree from an approved institution of higher education outside the UK and Republic of Ireland. Undergraduate students normally need to meet English language requirement of an overall IELTS 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all elements. For postgraduate entry, international students normally need to meet English language requirement at IELTS 6.5 overall and no less than IELTS 5.5 in each element.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses at the University of West London.

Study Subject(s): Scholarships are awarded in all subjects offered by the University of West London.

Scholarship Award: For applicants applying to start in January 2017 we are offering 50 scholarships worth up to £5,000.

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility: Students are eligible to apply for these scholarships:

If they have been offered a place to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course at the University of West London, commencing in September 2016. Please note, the International Ambassador Scholarship provides a discount against the cost of tuition for the first year of study only.

Nationality: International students (EU applicants are not eligible) can apply for these scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: To enter a degree course, applicants must satisfy or expect to meet general requirements for entry. Applicants must have an honours degree from an approved institution of higher education outside the UK and Republic of Ireland.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirements: Undergraduate students normally need to meet English language requirement of an overall IELTS 6.0, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all elements. For postgraduate entry, international students normally need to meet English language requirement at IELTS 6.5 overall and no less than IELTS 5.5 in each element.

International Scholarships

How to Apply: Please save the form to applicant’s computer before completing it. Once completed, please save and e-mail their completed application form to int.app-at-uwl.ac.uk. If applicants are unable to save a completed version of the form, they may not have the required software. If this is the case, please print off the form and scan the completed application to int.app-at-uwl.ac.uk. Applicants can also send their form via post. Please ensure applicant also send the following documents with this application:

English Language qualification, where applicable

Copies of qualification transcripts and certificates (including any studies in the UK)

Copy of passport

Application Form

Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 27th of November 2016.

Scholarship Link

Online MBA Scholarships for International Students at Durham University in UK, 2017

The Durham University Business School is inviting applications for Online MBA scholarships. These scholarships are open to UK and  international students for April 2017 intake.

Durham University is a collegiate public research university in Durham, North East England, with a second campus in nearby Stockton-on-Tees. It was founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and granted a Royal Charter in 1837.

The University accepts IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge Proficiency (CPE), Cambridge Advanced (CAE) and the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic as preferred English Language proficiency tests.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing MBA programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are awarded in the field of business administration.

Scholarship Award: Scholarship ranges from £2,000 – £6,000.

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility: Based on an applicants’ overall application following their offer of a place on the programme. To be eligible, students must

Hold an offer of a place on the online MBA by 31st January 2017

Bring outstanding experience

Have an impressive academic record

Provide diversity of background to the MBA group

Show you will be a successful ambassador for the School during and after the programme

Be a self-funded student

Nationality: The UK and international students can apply for Online MBA Scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement:

A minimum of three (preferably five) years’ relevant work experience since the graduation of a managerial nature.

An Upper Second Class Bachelor Degree or international equivalent.

English Language Requirement: The University accepts IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge Proficiency (CPE), Cambridge Advanced (CAE) and the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic as preferred English Language proficiency tests.

MBA Scholarships

How to Apply: Candidates will be automatically considered for this scholarship; no separate scholarship application is necessary. For admission, students will need to complete the online application form. As well as online application, please submit the following:

CV or resume including full details of previous employment, dates of employment, main duties and responsibilities, salary per annum (in £ sterling) and any periods of unemployment including dates and an explanation

Two employer references

Copy of degree certificate (where appropriate)

Copy of English test results (where appropriate)

Application Form

Application Deadline: The application deadline is 31st January 2017.

Scholarship Link

Asia Exchange Scholarships 2017 for Study Abroad Programs

Deadline: April 30, 2017

Applications are invited for Asia Exchange Scholarships to pursue study abroad program in one of Asian partner universities for one semester. Students from Australia; Austria; Belgium; Canada; The Czech Republic; Denmark; Estonia; Finland; France; Germany; The Netherlands; Norway; Sweden; Switzerland and USA are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Asia Exchange enables students to take part in study abroad semesters and internships in Asia. They increase internationalization and streamline student mobility in a convenient and affordable way.

Scholarship Value:

They award scholarships with the value of up to 500 €, which will be granted as a discount on the tuition fees of our study abroad programs.

Eligibility:

The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for scholarship:

Asia Exchange scholarships are awarded twice a year to students from their target countries. The target countries at the moment are Australia; Austria; Belgium; Canada; The Czech Republic; Denmark; Estonia; Finland; France; Germany; The Netherlands; Norway; Sweden; Switzerland and USA.

Nationality: Students from Australia; Austria; Belgium; Canada; The Czech Republic; Denmark; Estonia; Finland; France; Germany; The Netherlands; Norway; Sweden; Switzerland and the USA are eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship can be taken at:

The scholarship is to be used for studying abroad via Asia Exchange at one of the following universities:

Bali, Indonesia: Udayana University;

Bangkok, Thailand: Kasetsart University;

Guangzhou, China: Guangzhou University;

Phuket, Thailand: Prince of Songkla University and

Seoul, South Korea: Hankuk University of Foreign Studies.

Application Process:

The mode of application is online;

Motivation Letter / Statement of Purpose (one A4 page);

Transcript of Records from university;

Any additional attachment.

Application Form

Holland Government Scholarship for International Students, 2017-2018

Applications are invited for Holland Government Scholarship for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Scholarship is awarded for pursuing bachelor’s or master’sprogrammes at one of the participating Dutch higher education institutions.

The Holland Scholarship Programme is the Netherlands’ national scholarship programme for both international and Dutch students. The aim of this programme is to raise the profile of Dutch higher education and to encourage student mobility both into and out of the Netherlands.

The Holland Scholarship is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science as well as several Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences.

Course Level: Scholarship is available for pursuing bachelor’s or master’s programme at one of the participating Dutch higher education institutions.

Study Subject(s): Scholarship is awarded in selected fields of study available at the participating Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences.

Scholarship Award: The scholarship amounts to € 5,000. Applicants will receive this in the first year of their studies. Please note that this is not a full-tuition scholarship.

Scholarship can be taken in Netherlands (Holland)

Eligibility:

Your nationality is non-EEA.

You are applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s programme at one of the participating Dutch higher education institutions.

You meet the specific requirements of the institution of your choice.

You have never before studied at an education institution in the Netherlands.

Nationality: Scholarship is open for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Netherlands Scholarships

How to Apply: You can apply for the Holland Scholarship at the Dutch institution of your choice. The institution will select those who will be granted the scholarship. You can find an overview of participating Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences, as well as selected fields of study.

Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is either February 1, 2017 or May 1, 2017.

Scholarship Link

Maastricht University Scholarships for International Students in Netherlands, 2017

The Maastricht University is offering UCM scholarships for international students for the academic year 2017-2018. These scholarships are available for pursuing bachelor’s programmes in Liberal Arts & Sciences at University College Maastricht.

The bachelor’s programmes in Liberal Arts & Sciences are intended for students who have a broad interest, know what they want, and do not want to limit themselves to the perspective of one discipline.

Maastricht University (UM) is the most international university in the Netherlands and, with more than 16,000 students and 4,000 employees, is still growing. The university stands out for its innovative education model, international character and multidisciplinary approach to research and education.

Course Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing the undergraduate programme.

Study Subject: Scholarships are provided for students who wish to follow Liberal Arts & Sciences programme at University College Maastricht.

Scholarship Award: Annual amount of the UCM scholarship 2017-2018:

Tuition Fee: €10.000 (Arranged and paid by UCM)

Visa Costs: €300 (Arranged and paid by UCM)

Insurance: €500 (Arranged and paid by UCM)

Housing: (Arranged and paid by UCM)

Living expenses per month: €500 (paid by UCM)

Scholarship can be taken in the Netherlands

Eligibility: Applicants who are eligible for the UCM scholarship are highly qualified, low-income students coming from a non-EU/EEA country who do not hold an EU/EEA passport. Scholarship applicants must be accepted to the Liberal Arts & Sciences programme of UCM for the September intake. Please note that current UCM students cannot apply for this scholarship.

Nationality: Non-EU/EEA students can apply for undergraduate scholarships.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: You are eligible for admission to UCM if you have a Dutch VWO diploma or an international equivalent thereof.

English Language Requirement: English is the working language in this programme. You must, therefore, demonstrate your proficiency in English. No additional proof of English proficiency is required if you are a native English speaker or if you have obtained or will obtain:

An International or European Baccalaureate

A high school diploma in the USA

GCE A-levels

A VWO diploma with a minimum overall grade of 7 in English

Zeugnis der Allgemeine Hochschulreife with a minimum overall grade of 8 in English

If you do not meet one of these criteria, you have to provide proof of your English proficiency with either an IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge test. You have to prepare and register for these tests yourself.

Scholarships for International Students

How to Apply: Applications should be submitted electronically.

Application Deadline: The deadline for application is January 5, 2017.

Scholarship Link