Deadline: July 14, 2024
Program Starts: September 23, 2024
Program Ends: December 13, 2024
Location(s)
Belgium
Overview
The World Youth Alliance (WYA) is looking for young people and leaders with a strong desire to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on society. Successful interns have been proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented, and humble individuals with a willingness to learn. if you are looking to make a difference, apply today for the WYA Europe Internship Program.
Details
The World Youth Alliance Regional Internship Program provides opportunities for young people who are inspired by the ideas and work of the World Youth Alliance (WYA) to gain professional skills working on WYA’s projects and a substantive learning experience on WYA’s core ideas. Projects are designed to enhance each student’s specific academic background and interests. Interns receive mentorship and training from WYA staff members.
Application
To apply, carefully fill out this form to enroll in the program. If you've made it through the initial screening process, our team will get in touch with you regarding the next steps of your application.
In the last section you will need to attach the following:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Intent
- Your Curriculum Vitae/Resumé with your recent picture
- Two letters of recommendation (these may also come from your references) addressed to the WYA Regional Director
Note: CVs/Resumes, Letter of intent, and Recommendation letters should be uploaded in MS Word or PDF format with the file name saved as: SURNAME_CV.pdf, SURNAME_Reccommendation 1.doc, etc.]
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
To be accepted for an European Internship the member must:
- Have completed WYA’s Certified Training Program (CTP) (if this is not yet the case, you will be invited to undertake the training if selected for the internship)
- Be active in the WYA region to which they belong (if the member does not come from Europe)
Ideal candidates possess a strong desire to protect and promote human dignity while making a positive impact on society. Candidates must be proactive, self-driven, resourceful, detail-oriented, and humble individuals with a willingness to learn.
Dates
Deadline: July 14, 2024
Program starts:
September 23, 2024
Program ends:
December 13, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
What’s in it for you?
- Introductory Training: Undergo WYA’s Certified Training Program (CTP) and learn about human rights philosophy and the dignity of the person.
- Project Management: Work on projects suited to your interests and strengths under the supervision of WYA staff.
- Network Building: Attend different events and meet new contacts as you represent WYA in various occasions.
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.