Wednesday, 25 October 2017

Junior Fellows Internship at the United Nations University, Tokyo

pplications are now being accepted for the spring 2018 term of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector, United Nations University. The spring 2018 term commences on 5 February and lasts until 1 June 2018. The deadline for applications is 29 October 2017.
The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Junior Junior Fellows Internship at the United Nations University: 9:30–17:30, Monday to Friday. Junior Fellows are provided office space and facilities as appropriate for their work and enjoy free access to UNU Headquarters facilities, including the library and gym.
Location:
 Japan
 Benefits
The programme places a strong emphasis on the training, guidance, and hands-on experience that form the foundation of a successful and beneficial internship. Under guidance of the programme supervisor and through working closely with UN professional staff, Junior Fellows will learn about and provide support to the following ongoing assignments, projects and initiatives within the Office of the Rector:
research and writing for institutional development: preparation of executive briefs on priority issues; background research and drafting of topical information briefs in support of internal policy development (i.e. related to the functioning of the University);
planning: supporting the development of project management tools and systems;
event coordination: supporting the organization of lectures, conferences, workshops, and other public events;
meeting coordination: logistical support and minute taking;
editorial support: proof-reading reports and copy editing;
communication: preparation and dissemination of newsletters, event summaries, and other communication documents.
 Eligibilities
The qualifications which will be considered in the application process include, but are not limited to, the following. The ideal candidate:
is currently pursuing or has recently completed postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University’s work;
is under 32 years of age at the time of application;
must not have more than 5 years of work experience in their related field;
has a native or near fluent command of written and spoken English;
has excellent research, writing and analytical skills;
can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;
demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;
has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, knowledge of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.); and
has a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and more specifically, in the work of the United Nations University.
Eligible Regions: All regions
 APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process is conducted in two stages, the first stage requiring the submission of the application form, a cover letter, a résumé or c.v., recommendation forms, and the funding form.
Please visit the application page given in the Apply Now Link for all required forms and detailed instructions on the application process.
Application Deadline: October 29, 2017 (4 Days Remaining)


Monday, 23 October 2017

Apple Data Science & Machine Learning Internship in California, USA

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish.
Key Qualifications:
Engineering, physics, or computer science majors with excellent computer skills and strong analytical backgrounds.
Experience in Java, Python, Hadoop, C/C++, Python/Ruby, Javascript, Objective-C and Unix skills are highly desirable.
Experience with Distributed Systems, and/or Database Systems.
Location:
 United States
 Benefits
Check website.
 Eligibilities
Experience with machine learning theory and practice, particularly neural networks and sequence-based models.
Experience using machine learning software, such as Python Sci-Kit, TensorFlow, Weka, MATLAB, or R.
Experience with Java or Python along with an understanding of CS fundamentals and object-oriented programming.
Experience with Hadoop or Spark is a plus.
Eligible Regions: Open for All
 APPLICATION PROCESS
Apply online.


NUFFIC Fellowships 2018 in Netherlands

Deadline: 24 October 2017
Open to: applicants that are working and living in the listed NFP country
Benefits: tuition fee, accommodation,  daily subsistence allowance
Description
The Netherlands organisation for international cooperation in higher education (NUFFIC) offers fellowships to participate in training courses in The Netherlands. NUFFIC offers StuNed, NFP and MSP (MENA) Fellowships. These fellowships seek to develop and strengthen the skills, instincts, and abilities of professionals to enable their organisations and communities to succeed in an ever-changing world. This is initiated and (almost) fully funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Eligibility
For NFP Scholarships there is no age limit. In order to qualify, you must meet the following selection criteria:
National of, and working and living in the listed NFP country;
Not employed by an organisation that has its own means of staff development, for example:
Multinational corporations (e.g. Shell, Unilever, Microsoft),
Large national and/or large commercial organisations,
Bilateral donor organisations (e.g. USAID, DFID, Danida, Sida,
Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, FinAid, AusAid, ADC, SwissAid),
Multilateral donor organisations, (e.g. a UN organisation, the World Bank, the IMF, Asian Development Bank, African Development Bank, IADB),
International NGO’s (e.g. Oxfam, Plan, Care);
Have a passport that will still be valid for at least three months after completion of the training;
Not received more than one fellowship for courses that take place at the same time;
Proficient English language skills: The short courses are taught in English. Therefore, it is important that your English language skills (writing and speaking) are good.
Work experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience required, working with or for local or regional authorities. It is to your advantage if the work/experience is related to the content of the training.
To be eligible for an MSP Scholarship you must meet the employer, language and work experience criteria mentioned above. Furthermore, you must:
Be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries on the following
MSP country list valid at the time of application;
Have an official passport that will still be valid at least three months after completion of the training;
Not be over 45 years of age at the time of the grant submission.
(only applicable for MSP Scholarships)
Eligible Regions: Albania, Armenia, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cuba, Djibouti, DR Congo, Georgia, India, Jordan, Lebanon, Macedonia, Mongolia, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Surinam, Thailand, Zimbabwe
Benefits
Both scholarships will cover:
The tuition fee;
Return flights from an international airport to Amsterdam;
Insurance;
Accommodation;
A small Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA).
How to apply?
You can now apply for NFP and MSP Scholarships for the following four training courses:
Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance (12 – 23 February 2018) (not eligible for MSP);
Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance (5-16 March 2018);
Integrity and Anti-corruption (9-20 April 2018);
Local Service Delivery (18-29 June 2018).
Please use the application form to apply for a NUFFIC scholarship. More details is on the official website.  Applications received after the deadline will not be considered for the scholarship.
If you are not eligible for NUFFIC Funding or if you would like to apply for a training course without the scholarship, then please refer to the separate deadline and separate application of each course.
In order to apply follow this link.
For more information please visit the official website.

Goethe University Master Scholarships in Germany for 2017/18

Goethe University ranks among the top ten in external funding and among the top three largest universities in Germany, with three clusters of excellence in medicine, life sciences and the humanities.
Goethe University’s Master scholarship programme is a ground­breaking project, and unique in the academic landscape of Germany. For a period of five years (2016-2020) we will be of­fering 20 scholarships per year for various MSc and MA courses with a special emphasis on research.
They are seeking outstanding candidates who are interested in joining one of our MA or MSc programmes, which are deeply embedded in our strongest research units (Centers of Excellence, collaborative research centers, and LOEWE CENTERS). Please visit our website for more information on the various Master’s degree programmes (content, requirements, language of instruction etc.) supported by Goethe Goes Global.
The purpose of the scholarship is to foster your academic career, to enable you to become involved in existing research projects and to actively support you during your Master’s degree studies. A Master’s degree is the prerequisite for starting a PhD in one of Goethe University’s seminal research units.
Location:
 Germany
 Benefits
Goethe University will provide you, as a scholarship holder, with:
A monthly stipend of 1,000 € for the standard period of study in a Master programme at Goethe-University (generally 2 years)
Excellent academic supervision by professors and academic staff who work in most cases in the university’s most distinguished research units
The option to write your Master’s thesis and other seminar papers or do an internship in their respective research unit
Support and orientation by an experienced Master’s student buddy during your studies
Access to seminars focusing on professional skills at our Graduate Academy GRADE, normally open only to PhD students and postdocs
Innovative research environment and networks to fellow scholarship holders and other advanced researchers
Career support through Goethe University’s Research Support Office
Insight and involvement in the activities of multidisciplinary research groups at Goethe University
 Eligibilities
Please note each of the Masters program has different basic requirements and thus you are requested to study the program you are applying for. However, the basic requirements are:
You are well versed in your academic discipline and particularly interested in research?
You hold or are on track for an excellent or above-average Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a university outside Germany?
You are looking for an interesting Master’s programme and are considering a PhD in the long run?
You want a platform to exchange ideas with other international researchers about the topics you are passionate about?
You are seeking hands-on experience in research under the supervision of excellent professors in a renowned university with state-of-the art facilities?
You are highly motivated to conduct research in a particular research unit based at Goethe University?
You need a stepping stone to start a successful, international career and funding for your Master’s programme?
Eligible Regions: Open for All
 APPLICATION PROCESS
Please follow the official website to learn more and apply.
Please Note: 
The Goethe Goes Global scholarship is only available for a number of Master’s programmes at Goethe-University. In regard to the application process, the scholarship is connected to the Master’s degree programme of your choice. Therefore, the application deadlines for the Goethe Goes Global scholarships correspond with the application deadlines for the Master’s programmes. The selection processes for both the Master’s programme and the scholarship take place at the same time.
 For Further Queries
Please contact: masterstip@uni-frankfurt.de


Monday, 9 October 2017

Junior Fellows Internship at United Nations University

The United Nations University Office of the Rector recruits highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU headquarters in Tokyo. Junior Fellows are recruited through a competitive application process twice per year. Graduate students interested in the work of the United Nations — and in particular, UNU — are encouraged to apply.
The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Successful candidates will contribute to the work of the Office of the Rector, the United Nations University, and the UN system as a whole. The programme provides opportunities for the development of new skills and knowledge and is a unique and constructive setting for the practical application of capacities acquired through graduate studies.
The programme places a strong emphasis on the training, guidance, and hands-on experience that form the foundation of a successful and beneficial internship. The programme opens with a one-week orientation designed to familiarize junior fellows with UNU, their co-workers, facilities and the working processes within the Office of the Rector. The knowledge and practical experience gained will also be beneficial to those candidates seeking a career in the United Nations. Junior fellows at the Office of the Rector can expect to gain valuable work experience while contributing in meaningful ways to UNU’s mission.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector is:
to promote interaction and dialogue between young scholars, professionals and UNU;
to familiarize junior fellows with the activities of the Office of the Rector and the work of UNU;
to provide opportunities for young professionals to gain in-depth, hands-on experience in a UN agency;
to expose young professionals to an administrative working environment, and;
to provide support to activities within the Office of the Rector.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Running parallel to most university semesters, Junior Fellows are selected twice per year, once in May-June for the fall term and once in September-October for the spring term. The fall term begins in mid-August and lasts until mid-December. Starting 2016, the spring term will run from mid-January to the end of June. Visit the Application Process page for the specific dates for each term.
Junior Fellows work full time during the regular working hours of the University: 9:30–17:30, Monday to Friday. Weekends and official UNU holidays are days off. In addition, Junior Fellows are entitled to 1 day of leave per month. Junior Fellows are provided office space and facilities, as appropriate for their work, and are provided a monthly stipend in addition to a fixed transportation allowance for their commute to and from the UNU headquarters building. Junior Fellows also enjoy free access to the headquarters’ library and gym and have the unique opportunity to learn about, contribute to and provide assistance in the organization of conferences, lectures and academic forums and symposiums that take place throughout the year.
WORK ASSIGNMENTS
Participants in this programme have the opportunity to engage in a number of ongoing initiatives that provide a unique window into the working processes of the University. Junior Fellows support the work of the Office of the Rector in the following areas:
research and writing for institutional development: preparation of executive briefs on priority issues; background research and drafting of topical information briefs in support of internal policy development (i.e. related to the functioning of the University);
planning: supporting the development of project management tools and systems;
event coordination: supporting the organization of lectures, conferences, workshops, and other public events;
meeting coordination: logistical support and minute taking;
editorial support: proof-reading reports and copy editing;
communication: preparation and dissemination of newsletters, event summaries, and other communication documents.
CRITERIA
The qualifications that are considered in each application process include, but are not limited to, the following. The candidate:
is currently pursuing or has recently completed postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University’s work;
is under 32 years of age at the time of application;
must not have more than 5 years of work experience in their related field;
has a native or near fluent command of written and spoken English;
has excellent research, writing and analytical skills;
can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;
demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;
has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, knowledge of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.); and
has a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and more specifically, in the work of the United Nations University.



Friday, 6 October 2017

Intern Saab EU Affairs & NATO Office

The Saab EU Affairs & NATO Office is looking for an intern for a period of six months during spring 2018. The position will provide the successful candidate with an interesting work environment as well as with the opportunity to work in a leading company developing cutting-edge technologies for the EU and global market.
Responsibilities
Research and analysis support;
Monitoring and reporting on EU legislative and policy developments in the fields of defence, security, aeronautics and space;
Following meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences on behalf of Saab’s Brussels Office and reporting back to our Head of Office;
Closely following the work of the European Commission, the European Parliament, the European Council and the European Defence Agency;
Drafting and editing our quarterly newsletter;
Office management (administration, meeting preparations, office supplies etc.).
Qualifications
University degree within relevant field (social sciences, law, economics, or business administration);
Specialisation or postgraduate diploma with relevance to the EU institutional environment;
Professional fluency in one of the Nordic languages;
Fluent English (speaking, writing);
Excellent social skills in order to interact and engage with colleagues and external stakeholders;
Eye for detail, organisational skills and ability to deliver under time pressure.
Preferred profile
Completion of a traineeship (‘stage’) within the European Institutions;
Previous experience from working with issues of relevance to defence or security policy;
Fluency in French.


Internship Dods EU Monitoring

Job details:
Dods EU Monitoring is the leading provider of fast and accurate information about developments in EU affairs. We provide tailored political intelligence and analysis to the EU public affairs community.
Dods is looking for an Intern to support its EU monitoring team in Brussels for approximatively five months. The role would suit a recent graduate in European studies and with a very good command of English language. The internship is paid and will last 5 months.
Role will involve:
Preparing and editing agendas;
Supporting consultants in their daily monitoring tasks including research for clients;
Writing reports in English on the basis of parliamentary committee meetings/plenary debates and press conferences.
Requirements:
Very good command of English language;
EU studies, good knowledge of EU legislative procedures;
Reliable, good team player;
Understanding EU agriculture and/or EU fisheries policies would be an asset.
Starting date: November 1 2017
Job Contact: Please send your CV and a covering letter to jobs@dods.eu with intern position in the subject line of the email.
Deadline for applying: October 10 2017
Don't forget to mention EuroBrussels when applying.