Research

Geneva

Organization: ILO - International Labour Organization
Location: Geneva
Grade: Internship - Internship
Occupational Groups:
- Scientist and Researcher
Closing Date: Closed

Grade: Internship

Publication date: 3 April 2020
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 14 April 2020

Vacancy no.: INTERNROSTER/2020/1/GENEVA/14

Job ID: 2983

Department: RESEARCH
Organization Unit:
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of contract: 3 to 6 months (starting on the 1st or the 15th of a given month)

You are applying to the ILO generic internship roster, which is published several times per year. The roster will be made available to all departments and field offices, which will then select and directly contact suitable candidates. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, the ILO does not inform candidates about the status of their application.

ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:

(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;

(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.

The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.

**Please note that you can apply to a maximum of three internship profiles during the current application period. If you apply to more than three internship profiles, your application will not be considered for any profile.** Note that you may withdraw your candidature at any time via the Jobs Applied section of your profile.

It is highly recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid last minute technical issues or delays. Late applications will not be considered.

The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non - or under - represented member States. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities.

IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:

(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.

(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).

Department

The position is located in the Research Department of the ILO (RESEARCH). The departments work is targeted to further the body of knowledge in explore the future of work, SDGs, global and regional trends which conducts research on global labour markets, macro- and socio-economic questions with a view to identifying policy options that can promote a more sustainable and fairer globalization. The position will support research at the ILO on the world of work as well as on other social and labour-related outcomes at the micro and macro level. This includes a multi-dimensional analysis of economic, institutional and political settings that have factored into the world of work. The position requires a strong ability to identify and assess relevant policies and convey the main findings of the work in a clear, succinct manner to a non-technical audience. It also includes building external networks with researchers, academic and policy-oriented institutions to engage them in the department's work and contribute to developing research proposals.

Learning area

As an intern in the Research Department, you will be exposed to a whole range of areas such as:

Support research activities and contribute to policy reports;

Construct and maintain databases and their sources for the empirical work conducted in the unit;

Analyse global and national policy choices and their impact on labour market outcomes ;

Provide literature reviews and background research on relevant topics;

Prepare and deliver presentations of work achievements to internal audiences.

You would be gaining experience in working with specialists who are involved in tasks such as evaluating labour market policies, setting up country labour market profiles, analysing labour market implications of macro-economic trends, understanding the impact of trade and technology on jobs and job quality, examining the implications of the transition to a greener economy for labour markets.

Interns should expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.

Required profile

Education

Advanced university degree in economics or other social science. The candidate should be enrolled in their final year of graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 year ago.

Experience

Relevant academic or professional experience in research, data management and statistical analysis would be an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of English (knowledge of French, Spanish or Arabic would be considered an advantage).

Competencies

Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and ability to work in a team. Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to quickly comprehend new subject matters and their policy implications. Ability to carry out assignments in accordance with instructions and guidelines, ability to use analytical tools and qualitative and quantitative techniques, ability to conceptualize, plan, coordinate and conduct straightforward research work, ability to draft press releases, discussion papers, reports, good computer skills. Excellent knowledge of office and statistical software such as MS Office, LaTeX, STATA, MATLAB or R.

How to apply:

1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs

2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs

3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile

4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.

Selection process:

Following a first screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD), hiring departments will short-list applicants. You will be directly contacted should an internship opportunity match your profile. If you have not been contacted by any department within six months after your application, you can consider that you have not been selected by any department for this roster. If still eligible, you may apply to the next roster.

If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the hiring department for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Stipend:

As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2245 CHF per month from the ILO, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive 2245 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense.

Insurance:

Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).

Fraud warning:

The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.

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