Intern in International Relations (60-80%)

With 21,000 students in 28 universities of applied sciences spread across the seven cantons of Western Switzerland, HES-SO is the largest university of applied sciences in Switzerland. A reservoir of skills, ideas, innovations, creativity, and knowledge, HES-SO plays a major role in the economic, social, and cultural development of the country.

The Rectorate of HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland is announcing the position of

Unit Programs R&I Emerging Countries

Your missions

Within the Unit Programs R&I Emerging Countries, you support the manager in the management of international scientific cooperation programs, notably the Leading House for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the transdisciplinary program on appropriate technologies for global sustainable development.

As part of this internship, you contribute to the communication of these international activities (website, social networks, messaging) and participate in managing databases of contacts, partners, and projects. You provide logistical and administrative support for the implementation of various activities related to international programs, including event organization. Finally, you assist in the preparation and follow-up of the unit's calls for projects.

Your profile

Your skills

Activity rate: 60-80%

Contract duration: Fixed-term contract until 31.12.2026 - Paid internship

Start date: From 12.01.2025 or to be agreed

Workplace: Lausanne with possible travel in French-speaking Switzerland

Application deadline: 01.12.2025

HES-SO adopts a recruitment policy in favor of equal opportunities. We look forward to receiving your complete application file (cover letter, CV, and copies of diplomas and work certificates) via our platform. Only applications received through this channel will be considered. Contact possible with Nawal Kinany, Head of the Unit Programs R&I Emerging Countries, +41 58 900 02 96.