The University of Cologne’s liaison office in New York is currently seeking a highly motivated student with a strong interest in supporting international academic exchange.
Responsibilities:
Support of the ongoing operational and analytical activities as well as current projects and events of the office in close cooperation with the Executive Director, including:
- Preparing presentations, event summaries, drafting articles and funding applications
- Marketing and social media assistance, content creation for X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and website
- Communication with partners, handling of incoming inquiries, promoting UoC programs to students and researchers, alumni engagement
- Assistance with event planning, organization, and execution
- Internet research related to higher education topics, administrative support
Requirements:
- Enrolled at the University of Cologne for at least 3 semesters
- Must be fluent in English and German
- Background and/or strong interest in international higher education, science diplomacy, and research exchange
- Outstanding communication skills (oral, written, interpersonal)
- Strong MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), Canva, data search, and social media skills
- Highly organized, active, self-motivated, and proficient at working with deadlines
- Help with applying for the necessary J-1 visa and partial reimbursement of fees
- Support for finding housing in New York City
- A partial stipend of $750/month (EUR 700/month) toward board and lodging, plus a monthly MetroCard for New York City
Internship place and duration:
- German House, 871 UN Plaza, New York, NY 10017
- 3 months, April 2025 through June 2025 (ideally, to have overlap with previous intern, arrival in NYC by Mid-March)
- Option to continue the internship virtually / part-time in July 2025
To apply: Please send your CV, cover letter in English, and one reference letter in a single PDF file to: Dr. Eva Bosbach, Executive Director University of Cologne New York Office eva.bosbach@uni-koeln.de with “UoC NY Office Internship” listed in the subject line. The selection is conducted in cooperation with the Department “International Mobility” of the Division International Affairs of the University of Cologne.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline: October 13th, 2024