The Greek Association for Atlantic and European Cooperation offers an internship opportunity to Greek and foreign students in our central offices in Athens. Positions are available for two different Sessions (Fall / Winter each year) for a period of 3 - 6 months. The Sessions available are:

• Winter Session starting from the 15th January each year.
• Fall Session starting from the 15th September each year.

All applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to starting date of each session. Under special circumstances, the internships can be prolonged.

Through this internship program, GAAEC wants to give the intern the opportunity to become familiar with the real-life work conditions of a non-governmental organization and apply the theoretical knowledge acquired in university. In this regard, the interns will actively participate on all organizational aspects of several national & international activities organized by GAAEC.

Areas of Interest

• Trans-Atlantic Cooperation
• European Security and Defense Policy
• Education and the Leaders of Future Generations
• National-International Development and Humanitarian Aid
• North and South Dialogue
• Cooperation with NGO's for Women

Typical Responsibilities

Program Assistance: G.A.A.E.C. runs a wide variety of events and international programs. Interns are generally asked to provide research assistance to GAAEC's staff for the organization and coordination of events. Also, they help send out invitations, write summaries, prepare briefing materials, and help set-up the required logistics.

Writing & Editing: Part of an intern's responsibility is to edit and run the GAAEC e-newsletter and website and research and publish articles related to issues of Trans-Atlantic relations, European Security and Defense and Greek Foreign Policy.

Administrative and Clerical Duties: All internships require some photocopying, faxing, filing and other clerical work. However, the burden of this is not particularly heavy at GAAEC since all staff generally does this work alongside their interns.

All applicants should be aware that GAAEC cannot extend any financial support nor accommodation for the interns.

Application Procedure

To apply, please e-mail, your CV and a motivation letter explaining academic interests and availability together with a letter of recommendation to:

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"Interning at the Greek Association for Atlantic and European Cooperation has been a whirlwind of new experiences for me. I did not know exactly what to expect when I came to Greece, and I was pleasantly surprised by the range of possibilities that a relatively small organization such as GAAEC can offer young interns. Most activities are related to project management, and this makes for an intense and dynamic office environment. From day one, I had the opportunity to become involved in core activities of the Association, and this can only be described as immensely fulfilling. The various subjects that are dealt with within the organization offer insights into the international arena and civil society, and the professional network is enormous – a great way of interacting with people from different (and, in my case, unknown) countries and cultures! Of course, all of this is not handed to you on a silver plate. Hard work is expected, as is flexibility; this is not your normal 9-to-5 job! Every day brings something new, different, and unexpected... GAAEC is part of multiple networks, organizes conferences and educational programs, and tackles pretty much every aspect of any project, so diversity is guaranteed. Dedication and a certain degree of maturity are other characteristics that are valued in a GAAEC intern, not to mention a sense of humor! After all, when stress knocks on the door, it is necessary to be able to put things into perspective. With the right attitude, GAAEC will open many doors to enthusiastic interns. You will not only learn about international events in the broadest sense of the term – you will learn about yourself! I have discovered a whole new side of myself at GAAEC, delving into international relations and developing organizational skills... I am convinced that my internship will continue to influence me.
To sum up: if you are up for a challenge, up for making a contribution, up for a new environment, and up for a rewarding experience: intern at GAAEC!"
Niels, The Netherlands