OECD Paid Internship Program In France

Description

The OECD Internship Programme is designed to bring highly qualified and motivated students with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation to work on projects linked to the Strategic Orientations of the Secretary-General and to support the corporate functions of the Organisation. Its main goal is to give successful candidates the opportunity to improve their analytical and technical skills in an international environment.

The Internship Programme is open on an on-going basis. Students enrolled at a fully accredited degree programme (Bachelor, Master, PhD) during the entire duration of their internship can apply online. Selected interns are on-boarded both remotely and in a hybrid form until further notice.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organization comprised of 38 member countries, that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world.  Together with governments, policymakers, and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards and finding solutions to a range of social, economic, and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.

The OECD Internship Programme is designed to bring highly qualified and motivated students with diverse backgrounds into the Organisation to work on projects linked to the Strategic Orientations of the Secretary-General and to support the corporate functions of the Organisation. Its main goal is to give successful candidates the opportunity to improve their analytical and technical skills in an international environment.

What might it involve?

Successful candidates will carry out research and provide support to Policy Analysts in one of the following areas (please note that the list is non-exhaustive):

• Artificial Intelligence
• Bribery and corruption
• Climate
• Competition
• Corporate Governance
• Development
• Digitalisation
• Economy
• Education and Skills
• Employment
• Energy
• Environment
• Finance
• Gender and Diversity
• Health Growth
• Industry, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Insurance and Pensions
• International Migration
• Investment
• Public Governance
• Regional Development
• Regulatory Reform
• Science and Technology
• Statistics
• Tax
• Tourism
• Trade and Agriculture
• Transport

For internships in the corporate functions, successful candidates will be involved in one of the following areas:

• Audit
• Communications, Media & Public Relations
• Event Management
• Finance, Budget and Accounting
• Information Technology
• Legal services
• Office Administration
• Human Resources
• Translation

Examples of work entrusted to interns include:

• Participating in the preparation of studies and documents;
• Carrying out research and reviews of existing materials;
• Collecting, organising and analysing data;
• Contributing to the production of documents, working papers and publications resulting from the above activities, including drafting notes and preparing technical annexes;
• Participating in meetings and seminars;
• Liaising and building networks with officials in national administrations, researchers, other international organisations and member country Delegations;
• Contributing to the organisation of events, communication, planning and evaluation. 

Main Responsibilities 

Research, data analysis, and drafting

• Participate in the preparation of studies and documents.
• Carry out research and review of existing material.
• Collect, organize, and evaluate data.
• Contribute to the production of documents, working papers, and publications resulting from the above activities, including drafting notes and preparing technical annexes

Liaison and outreach

• Participate in meetings and seminars.
• Establish and maintain professional contacts and build networks with officials in national administrations, researchers, other international organizations, and member country Delegations.
• Undertake other tasks as required.

Interns in support of the Corporate Functions will be involved in:

• Event organization, communication, planning, and evaluation
• Ensure relevant social media presence and online activity on different channels
• Prepare background briefings, presentations, and meeting documentation
• Establish and maintain relationships with key contacts
• Advise on legal frameworks, human resource management, finance and budgeting, IT
• Support with office administration, archive, and filing, drafting minutes, organizing meetings, missions, etc.
• Undertake other tasks as required. 

Candidate profile

Academic Background

• Full-time student in a discipline related to the work of the OECD.

Professional Background

• International experience through studies, internships or professional activities would be an asset.

Tools

• Solid quantitative and computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Languages

• An excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn the other. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical skills demonstrated by academic success and professional achievements.
• Strong interest in the work of OECD in promoting international co-operation.
• Ability to plan and conduct research independently.
• Good organisational skills, ability to work effectively on the basis of general instructions, with the capacity to prioritise tasks, often according to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work in a multicultural and team oriented environment and to adapt to changing working methods and technologies.
• Very good drafting and communication skills.

Monthly living allowances

A contribution to living expenses of around 1,000 euros per full month worked will be granted to interns by the OECD.

Selection process

The selection process consists of four main stages: Your online application and cover letter (addressed to the Internship Office); Pre-screening: all applications are screened by the Internship Office and suitable candidates placed on a shortlist made available to OECD Directorates; Interview and/or Written Test: hiring teams may invite candidates to complete a telephone interview and/or written test; Offer letter: if you are selected following a telephone interview and/or written test you will receive an e-mail with your internship offer letter from OECD Human Resources.

Internship duration

The duration of the internship is for a period between one and six months (renewable for another six months up to a total of twelve months), on a full-time basis (40 hours per week). The OECD encourages potential interns to pursue an internship of four months or more in order to make the best of their internship experience and gain meaningful insights into work at the OECD.

Who can apply?

Try our interactive eligibility tester to quickly verify if you are eligible for an internship at the OECD.

Internships are open for students who:

• Are enrolled in a full-time degree programme for the duration of the internship in a field or discipline related to the work of the OECD;
• Are available for a minimum internship duration of one month;
• Have an excellent command of one of the two official languages of the OECD (English and French) and working knowledge of, or willingness to learn the other. Knowledge of other languages used at the OECD would be an advantage;
• Possess solid quantitative and IT skills;
• Demonstrate excellent drafting and communication skills;
• Are capable of working in a multicultural and international team environment.

The majority of internships are based in Paris, France. Internships are primarily allocated to OECD member country nationals, while also open to non-OECD Member country nationals for specific programmes and projects across OECD affiliated bodies and agencies (e.g. International Tax Forum, ITF, NEA).