Intern (preparatory MSTS internship)

About the job

Intern (preparatory MSTS internship)

• Full-time

Company description

The Official Youth Foundation (FOJ) aims to promote the psycho-social development of children, adolescents and young people in difficulty, in collaboration with parents and partner institutions. Bound by a service contract with the State of Geneva, the FOJ is committed to the protection and defence of the interests of the child.

To fulfil its mission, the institution manages 47 facilities across the Canton of Geneva. It has more than 500 places for minors and young adults, and also offers educational outpatient services at home. The FOJ currently employs 670 staff dedicated to serving young people and their families.

The FOJ offers a limited number of internship places in its homes, intended for students of the General Culture School, in preparation for their entry into the specialised social work maturity year (MSTS).

Job description

Mandatory preparatory internship before entering the specialised social work maturity year (MSTS), reserved for holders of the General Culture School certificate – specific Social Work option.

Duration: 4 weeks

Qualifications

• Holder (or in the process of obtaining) of the General Culture School certificate, specific Social Work option
• Flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to various populations
• Autonomy, team spirit and initiative
• Good knowledge of the Geneva social network.

Additional information

Must be Swiss nationality or hold a valid work permit.

If you meet these criteria and your interest lies in the educational field and supporting young people, we invite you to send us a complete application file including:

• A cover letter
• A CV
• Copies of your certificates, attestations and diplomas
• The latest transcript.

A clean criminal record will be required and incomplete applications will not be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application.