Internships

Two exciting internship opportunities at IO for 2010! Click here for details. You can apply to be an intern at the International Office (IO). If you have another idea for a project that is linked to CISV priorities, please send it to us.
DURATION:	Internships can last from one to three months.
LOCATION:	Most work will be done at the IO
SKILLS and STATUS REQUIRED:	Member of CISV; Currently in or a graduate of college/post-secondary education; Must have citizenship or work permit status, which allows the person to work in the UK; Computer literacy including understanding of databases; Good English, both written and verbal; Ability to analyse, summarize and organize material; and, Ability to work independently, but also within a team.
COSTS and ASSISTANCE:	Internships are unpaid. However, CISV International will provide a small honorarium to assist the intern with living expenses. CISV International will cover the costs of any travel or other approved expenses incurred as part of the internship. The IO may assist in finding lodging in Newcastle, but payment of all living expenses will be the responsibility of the intern. The person selected may wish to apply to his/her National Association (NA) for financial assistance.
APPLICATION PROCESS:	Please send your c.v., a letter of interest and a recent sample of your writing to the attention of the Secretary General at CISV International Limited, MEA House, Ellison Place, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8XS, ENGLAND Telephone: +[44-191] 232 4998 Fax: +[44-191] 261 4710 E-mail: international@cisv.org Please also ask two references to fill out and send a Reference Form directly to the above address. One reference must be the Trustee, President or Secretary or your NA. Please understand that no application can be considered until all of these documents are received. Interviews for candidates under consideration will likely take place over the phone/Skype.
DEADLINE for APPLICATION:	Project-specific deadlines will be stated. Otherwise, applications are welcome at any time.