Applications are now open for the International Olive Council’s paid internship which offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research and standardization. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline is 5 March 2025 (midnight, Madrid time).
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Tell Me About The International Olive Council Internship:
The International Olive Council (IOC) is offering a six-month paid internship (with the possibility of extension), starting 1 April 2025, for a recent university graduate. This traineeship provides an opportunity to work in a multicultural, multilingual, and multiethnic environment and apply knowledge acquired during academic studies.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All fields
Type:
Internship
Who can Apply for the International Olive Council Internship?
To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a national of an IOC member country.
- Hold a university degree (minimum three years).
- Proficiency in English or French (minimum level B2) and at least one other official language of
- the Organisation1
- Excellent command of IT tools (Microsoft Office Suite at user level: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
- Outlook; Adobe, etc.).
- Enthusiastic, responsible, and able to work effectively in a team.
- Be in good health.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Knowledge in the field of olive oil.
- Knowledge in the field of standardization.
- Proficiency in other IOC official languages, especially Spanish.(The official languages are Arabic, English, French, Italian and Spanish.)
- Preferably under 30 years old.
Tasks
Under the supervision of the Head of the Standardisation and Research Unit, the trainee will:
- Provide logistical support for expert meetings, training courses, and events (invitations, document
- printing, travel arrangements).
- Assist in activities related to sensory and physicochemical training, meetings, reference
- materials, and proficiency testing.
- Help prepare, label, and organize shipments of samples.
- Support the Mario Solinas Quality Award, including sample preparation, document verification,
- and award ceremony logistics.
- Assist in updating databases and revising the IOC website section related to the Unit.
- Provide general administrative and practical support as needed.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
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Where will the Award be Taken?
Madrid, Spain
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the International Olive Council Internship?
Additionally, the benefits include:
- The internship is paid, providing financial support.
- It offers experience in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
- Interns gain hands-on skills in research and standardization.
- The role includes networking opportunities with industry experts.
- There is a possibility of an extension beyond six months.
How Long Will the Award Last?
Six months
How to Apply:
Candidates must submit the application form (attached) along with the following mandatory documents:
- CV
- Diplomas
- Proof of experience
- Language certificates
- Motivation letter
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Visit the official application webpage.
