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 month.

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Total reward

0 $

Scientific organisation

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Area

Middle East

Host Country

United Arab Emirates

Deadline

08 Sep 2019

Study level

Vocational Education

Opportunity type

Internships , Jobs

Specialities

Management

Opportunity funding

Full funding

Eligible Countries

This opportunity is destined for all countries

Eligible Region

All Regions

Internship Opportunities

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.

Objectives

Provide opportunities for distinguished students to gain professional experience and make meaningful contributions to projects that benefit the Ras Al Khaimah community
Build a community of scholars and promote collaboration among highly recognized international universities and national institutions in the United Arab Emirates
Promote cross-cultural exchange that sparks curiosity and new ideas and facilitates understanding

Eligibility

Minimum eligibility criteria for applicants seeking an internship position:

Applicant must be a current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled at an accredited university in good academic standing. Recent graduates (within the last two years) will also be considered.
Applicant must have a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 85 or IELTS score of 6.5 if English is not his/her primary language.
Applicant must have coursework or degrees in areas relevant to the Al Qasimi Foundation’s work such as education, public health, urban planning and development, economic development, food access, and public policy. Students with expertise in other disciplines such as public relations, multimedia, or translation may also be considered depending on the Foundation's needs associated with its specific projects.
Applicant must demonstrate a genuine interest in Ras Al Khaimah, the United Arab Emirates, and the broader Gulf region.

Selection Criteria

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.

Schedule

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.

Immigration Requirements

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.

Application Process

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.

Application Requirements

2019 Internship Online Application Form
A cover letter outlining reasons that the applicant wants to intern with the Al Qasimi Foundation and how he/she hopes to contribute to its work. The letter should address (1) prior experiences, coursework, and skills relevant to the internship; (2) what the applicant hopes to gain from the experience; and (3) how the internship fits into the applicant's long-term academic and professional goals. The cover letter should also include information on potential dates and duration of the internship in Ras Al Khaimah.
A resume outlining educational background, research experience, work experience, honors and awards, and co-curricular activities.
The most recent official transcript for current academic program and official transcripts for all completed degrees.
An official copy of a TOEFL or IELTS score report (only necessary for applicants for whom English is a second language).
Two letters of reference that address the suitability of the candidate. At least one letter must be from a professor at the applicant’s current university. The second letter may be from a workplace supervisor. Both letters must indicate the length of time, extent, and nature of the recommending party's relationship with the applicant.
An academic writing sample, which should be a recent paper written by the applicant for one of his/her university courses.

Application Deadlines:

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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