International Internship
Summer Programmes Office
Graduate School of Social Sciences
University of Amsterdam
The Summer Programmes Office, part of the Graduate School of
Social Sciences at the University of Amsterdam, is seeking the
support of an intern from mid-April to mid-August 2012.
We offer a variety of short term programs between the months
of May and September. This internship is for 32 hours/week,
which may be spread throughout the week depending on the needs
of the Summer Programmes Office and the programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity to become familiar with the
world of study abroad from a European perspective. Amsterdam
is a wonderful (and beautiful) city to spend
the summer. Working at the Summer Programmes Office can be a
very busy but incredibly rewarding experience. We expect to
host around 10 programmes with around 175 students this summer.
Students will be from all over the world and studying
various subjects within the social sciences.
Responsibilities include:
§ Assisting the Programme Manager and Assistant Programme
Manager with the daily operational tasks surrounding program management
§ Administrative tasks such as creating, maintaining and
updating databases, scheduling and organizing appointments,
promotional activities etc.
§ Answering emails, Xeroxing, editing program booklets
§ Making reservations
§ Assisting students
§ Accompany groups of students on excursions
§ Blackboard, website, Twitter and Facebook updates
§ Assisting faculty
§ Running errands
§ Assisting in marketing programs
§ Act as a mentor for the students
Requirements:
§ Minimum completed a Bachelor’s degree
§ Interest in study abroad, short term programs, faculty-led
and customized programming
§ Enjoy working with students of all ages & nationalities
(undergrad and beyond).
§ Study abroad experience
§ Study abroad/work/travel experience in Amsterdam is a plus
(especially knowing the city enough to show students around) but not
required
§ Capable of working independently as well as a member of a team
§ Excellent written and verbal language skills in English.
Other languages are a plus, especially Dutch.
§ Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office,
especially Word, Access, Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of using
Facebook & Twitter for marketing purposes (new ideas also always welcome).
§ Detail oriented, highly organized and efficient in
administrative tasks
§ Level-headed, flexible, able to improvise
§ Intern will be registered as a student of the UvA and will
sign a Trainee Agreement to work towards their own educational goals
as well as those of the Summer Programmes Office. The Programme Manager
will act as supervisor throughout the internship.
Benefits:
Housing and a small stipend will be offered. Lunch is provided while
programmes are running. Housing will be in university housing in a
private room but you may share facilities (kitchen and bathroom) with
one other person. Internet (wireless or wired) will be provided in
the housing. We will also provide you with a museum card,
a public transportation card, and €50 towards buying a bicycle
(or to be used for public transportation on your own if you prefer).
If a residence permit is needed, the Summer Programmes Office
will assist in obtaining one (through a student visa).
Transportation to and from Amsterdam will be at the intern’s
own cost. Intern is also responsible for their own health insurance
while in the Netherlands.
To apply, please send the following:
§ Resume/CV
§ Letter of motivation (include your first available start date)
§ Letter of recommendation from a professor, mentor, or employer
§ Copy of identity page of passport
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email
to set up an interview over Skype.
Emailed applications are preferred. Applications are due February 20,
2012 and letters of recommendation may be submitted by February 23,
2012. Letters of recommendation may be sent via email by the referee
directly.
Courier Address
Summer Programmes Office
c/o Mirjam Schieveld or Eva Visscher-Simon
Graduate School of Social Sciences
University of Amsterdam
Kloveniersburgwal 48
1012CX Amsterdam The Netherlands
phone: +31 20 525.3776
E-mail: summer-gsss@uva.nl
www.gsss.uva.nl/summer
