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Fall/Winter 2019-2020 Internship Application Form
(Final Deadline: August 17, 2019)
The Internship Program at the Al Qasimi Foundation is open to undergraduate and graduate students working on any area in public policy for a period of up to three months. It is ideal for students planning to attend graduate school or seeking to apply their studies through practical research.
The Foundation provides a supportive and respectful learning environment for students as they gain professional experience and work with a diverse, multilingual, international staff. Effort is made to ensure interns are exposed to different aspects of the organization and that assigned projects provide hands-on, meaningful opportunities to contribute to the Foundation’s work and impact in the community. Internship activities may include literature reviews, field work, quantitative/qualitative data gathering and analysis, multimedia projects, support writing internal and external reports, and administrative responsibilities.
Interns are expected to abide by the Al Qasimi Foundation’s employment policies and act in a professional manner at all times. As part of their experience, interns will produce at least one policy brief or creative work (depending on the nature of the internship) that will be published on the Al Qasimi Foundation website. Furnished accommodation, local transportation, and a small stipend to cover the cost of living are provided during the internship. Plane tickets and other costs are the responsibility of the intern.
Minimum eligibility criteria for applicants seeking an internship position:
If students meet the minimum eligibility criteria noted above, they are encouraged to apply for an internship position. Interns are selected based on merit as measured by (1) academic achievement; (2) quality and professionalism of application materials; and (3) how well applicants’ interests align with current Al Qasimi Foundation projects.
Students’ personal statements outlining prior experiences, coursework, and skills relevant to the internship are seriously considered. Similarly, the Al Qasimi Foundation is interested in knowing what students hope to gain through the internship and how it will help them achieve their academic and professional goals. Preference will be given to students planning graduate studies or wanting to gain research experience in education, public policy, or closely related disciplines. The Al Qasimi Foundation Program Managers and Director serve as the evaluation and selection committee.
Please note that the Internship Program is very competitive. Although the Al Qasimi Foundation receives many excellent and high-quality applications, only a few are selected each year. All applications that meet minimum eligibility criteria will be kept on file for 12 months. Should new internship positions arise during that time, the Al Qasimi Foundation will contact the applicants whose qualifications best align with the available openings.
The target work schedule for Fall/Winter 2019-2020 internships is from the first half of September 2019 until late April 2020. The Foundation is flexible within this period, and may adapt a particular intern’s work term based on its program needs and the intern’s needs. Applicants should indicate any schedule preferences or constraints.
Interns other than nationals of Gulf Cooperation Council countries require a visa to work in the United Arab Emirates. The Foundation will generally cover the costs of a visa and any lawful visa extensions necessary to complete the intern’s term. Upon engagement, the Foundation will outline specific visa processes based on the intern’s nationality and work term.
Students are strongly encouraged to visit their university career centers for resources on writing professional resumes, cover letters, and personal statements.
In order to apply for a Fall/Winter 2019-2020 Internship through the Al Qasimi Foundation, applicants will need to complete the online application form and send all required documents to internships@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so earlier applicants may receive preference, but may be received no later than August 17 for a Fall 2019 internship.
Only applications that follow these instructions will be considered for open internship positions.
INCOMPLETE MATERIALS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. The online form and all required documents must be received by the deadline listed for an internship application to be included in the formal review and matching process. Applicants should expect to receive an update on the status of their application by September 8, 2019, as the review process generally takes 2-3 weeks depending on the volume of applications received. Questions regarding internship opportunities, the application process, or status of an application may be sent to internships@alqasimifoundation.rak.ae.
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