Grade: Internship
Publication date: 30 September 2024
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 14 October 2024
Vacancy no.: INTERNROSTER/2024/2/EMPLOYMENT/EMPLAB/2
Job ID: 12389
Department: EMPLOYMENT
Organization Unit: EMPLAB
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 candidates from non- or under- represented member States.
The ILO also encourages applications from persons with disabilities. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. For assistance, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org.
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 Labour Market Services for Transitions Unit of the Employment, Labour Markets and Youth Branch (EMPLAB) within the Employment Policy Department (EMPLOYMENT).
EMPLAB has the primary responsibility for supporting constituents for better employment outcomes, including for youth, based on the normative guidelines of C 122 (Employment Policy convention). The Branch develops and advocates for integrated global and country employment policy frameworks, builds knowledge on employment and labour market policies, facilitates tripartite policy dialogue on employment promotion, and supports policy development and implementation by strengthening relevant labour market institutions and building capacities of constituents.
EMPLAB is composed of three technical units, namely: Labour Market Services for Transitions Unit (EMPLAB/SERVICES), Employment Analyses and Economic Policies Unit (EMPLAB/ANALYSES) and Employment Strategies for Inclusive Transformation Unit (EMPLAB/STRATEGIES), along with two groups, Gender in Employment (EMPLAB/GENDER), and Youth Employment Accelerator (EMPLAB/YOUTH).
EMPLAB/SERVICES leads the work on labour market services for transitions, employment services and activation measures, with a focus on Public Employment Services, in a changing world of work. The unit specialises in research, policy and programme assistance and resource mobilisation on job matching, active labour market policies and programmes, and employment services for transitions to decent work. It pays special attention to the specific needs of people in different social groups, age cohorts and gender categories, embedding a strong future of work perspective in its policy and programmatic work, and builds relevant partnerships for coordinated responses.
Learning areas
As an intern in Labour Market Services for Transitions Unit in EMPLAB, you will be exposed to a whole range of subjects since employment and labour market policies are multidimensional and relate to various global development frameworks of the ILO. You will be gaining experience by working with ILO specialists who are involved in the analysis of labour market trends, development and implementation of employment and labour market policies as well as facilitation of tripartite dialogue in this domain. You will also learn by participating in knowledge development and dissemination and the organisation and delivery of capacity building activities, which may include information gathering, data analysis, the organisation of working sessions, preparation of training material and report writing, among other tasks.
Interns should also expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.
Required profile
Education
University degree in economics, development studies or the equivalent in social sciences. The candidate should be enrolled in the final year of a graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 year ago.
Experience
Proven research experience including use of quantitative methods (especially econometric and statistical analytical tools) and good drafting ability are necessary; any relevant work experience and knowledge of employment services would be an advantage. Conversant with IT practices and working tools.
Languages
Working (both oral and written) knowledge of English. Good Knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage.
Competencies
Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and be able to work in a team.
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/Financial compensations:
As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 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 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense. In addition to the amounts referred above, each intern shall receive the amount of CHF45 per month, or the equivalent amount in the currency in which the monthly stipend is paid, which is a contribution from the Office towards the cost of medical insurance to cover the period of the internship.
Qualified candidates from non- and under- represented countries may be eligible for a special fund that provides financial assistance for round-trip airfare (economy class) in addition to the stipend.
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.