CROP Internships
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Thank you for your interest in the Comparative Research Programme on Poverty at the University of Bergen (CROP). CROP has now transitioned into GRIP (Global Research Programme on Inequality) and is currently NOT offering internships.
BERGEN, 6 February 2020
FORMER CROP INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (2015-2019)
Interns under the former CROP Internship Programme were offered the opportunity to work in an international environment as part of CROP's administrative secretariat in Bergen.
CROP student interns learned about the various activities carried out by CROP and its academic network, and gained valuable insight into contemporary poverty research through access to publications and participation in CROP events and meetings. They were also able to participate in the wide range of public seminars and academic meetings offered at the Bergen Resource Centre for International Development.
Interested candidates should read the information below before submitting an application via the electronic application form (note that you will need to upload a letter of motivation and CV as part of your application):
Information to prospective interns:
CROP invites prospective interns to apply to the CROP Secretariat at the University of Bergen. Applicants are selected and appointed by the Scientific Director on a competitive basis.
Eligibility and requirements
- Internships at CROP are only open to university students whose home institutions will give them credit for the internship, e.g. through the Erasmus+ programme.
- Applicants must have a relevant educational background (e.g. Social Studies, Development Studies, Political Science, International Relations)
- Furthermore, eligible candidates must have excellent English language skills (spoken and written, at least CEFR Level C1); knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
Duties
Tasks vary according to the needs and ongoing projects of CROP; typically they include the following:
- carrying out general administrative tasks
- creating content for social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube)
- organising and attending meetings, workshops or conferences
- drafting reports and minutes, editing documents
- researching information for reports, policy documents and electronic resources
- video and web editing
A short video made by interns about their experiences at the CROP Secretariat
A funny video about life at the CROP Secretariat made by former interns
Terms and conditions
Internships can be arranged throughout the year; the length of an internship may vary from a minimum of two months to a maximum of six months. Internships are unpaid; however, interns are reimbursed for monthly local transportation within Bergen. Interns are required to have health insurance and are responsible for arranging their own housing.
NB: Due to staff constraints during the summer, we are unable to offer internships between 1 July - 15 August.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
Applications are no longer being accepted. CROP has transitioned into GRIP (Global Research Programme on Inequality)
