Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
Greece
Thessaloniki
Overview
The Black Sea Trade and Development Bank (BSTDB) is an international financial institution established by Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Moldova, Romania, Russia, Turkey, and Ukraine. The BSTDB headquarters are in Thessaloniki, Greece. You will join our Risk management department.
Details
The intern will support the DRM’s activities with focus on research on rating agency methodologies.
Tentative starting date(s): May 2024 (3 months)
Living in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is Greece’s second largest city with a population of about one million inhabitants. It is located in the northern part of Greece, in the region of Macedonia, 550 Km. north of Athens. Thessaloniki is also the second major economic, industrial, commercial and political center of Greece and a major transportation hub of southeastern Europe. Its commercial port is of great importance for Greece and its southeast European hinterland.
A relaxed lifestyle and a great variety of delicious food can be experienced in the restaurants and ouzeries, being among the best in Greece. At the welcoming Cafés, one can not only enjoy local specialties but also adore the view of Mount Olympus. Thessaloniki is home to a number of festivals and events, including the Thessaloniki International Trade Fair. The Thessaloniki International Film Festival has been established as one of the most important film festivals in Southeastern Europe. The “Demitria” festival has focused on a wide range of events including music, theater, dance and art exhibitions. The “International Festival of Photography” takes place every year and exhibitions for the event are sited at various places such as museums, heritage landmarks and galleries.
Ancient ruins are to be found in the city, Roman and Byzantine sites, several museums and of course the ruins of Vergina, at car distance from Thessaloniki, which include the tomb of Phillip, father of Alexander the Great, attract the interest of thousands of visitors every year. For the sun-lovers, the best beaches and one of the most beautiful natures of Greece are to be found in Chalkidiki and other nearby areas. Two of Greece’s largest and one International University, as well as a U.S-affiliated private College established in the city attract students from throughout Greece and the southern Balkans. Also, many countries have established representation through consulates, cultural centres or honorary consuls in Thessaloniki.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Applicants should:
- be students/have a degree in a business-related field (including Economics) or in Mathematics
- have an excellent command of the English language;
- have good MS Office and Internet navigation skills;
- have demonstrated interest in risk assessment and mitigation techniques.
Eligibility criteria
Internship at the Bank is open to candidates who, on the date of commencement of the internship:
- are enrolled in an undergraduate (i.e. leading to a bachelor’s degree, generally following secondary education) or graduate (i.e. leading to a master’s or a doctoral degree, generally following a bachelor’s degree) studies in a university or equivalent (this must be certified by an official confirmation of enrolment from the university or equivalent); or have obtained a full degree for undergraduate or graduate studies (as described above in this paragraph) within the 24 months immediately preceding the date of commencement of the internship;
- are minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years old;
- have excellent command of spoken and written English;
- have not previously benefited from an internship at the Bank or have worked at the Bank.
Candidates who fail to meet the above minimum eligibility criteria shall not qualify for selection.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Salaries and benefits
- The BSTDB offers an internationally compatible salary, benefits and allowances package, a health and insurance plan and a Pension Plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility criteria. The nature and level of benefits is fully explained during the recruitment process.
- The BSTDB provides financial and logistical assistance for eligible staff relocating to its Thessaloniki Headquarter. Other allowances such as Relocation, Accommodation, Dependant and Education are offered to eligible staff members.
- In addition to public holidays, qualifying staff members receive a minimum of 20 days' leave rising to a maximum of 30 days, depending on years of service. The BSTDB also has provisions for home leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, adoption leave and special leave.
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