Call for interns-Maghreb Economic Forum (MEF) عودة إلى الفرص

The Maghreb Economic Forum is accepting applications for interns who will be supporting the op-ed team over the course of three months. The internships are online-based, with both training and mentoring offered online. 

ON MEF The Maghreb Economic Forum (MEF) is an independent Think-and-Do Tank founded in 2011 on the premise of supporting economic and social development in the Maghreb region.  
Our mission is to convene and mobilize diverse actors to catalyze sustainable economic and social development in the Maghreb.  

MEF believes that an informed, active citizenry is the key to building sustainable economies and inclusive societies. MEF seeks to promote an informed public debate on critical social and economic issues through evidence-based research and its translation into concrete policy recommendations.

ELIGIBILITY AND PROFILE

We encourage motivated graduate students and recent graduates in Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Development, Media Studies etc. to apply. Graduates in other fields who demonstrate interest in the area work of MEF are also welcome to apply.

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:

The internships will last 3 months. Selected candidates’ primary task will be supporting the op-ed section by writing two policy-related op-ed of 700-800 words every month. Depending on their expertise, interns will be assigned to one of the following policy areas: 

• Social development and inclusion

• Environment and Renewable Energies Transition

• Regional Cooperation in the Maghreb

• Security Issues, Preventing and Countering Radicalization in the Maghreb

Every intern will be assigned to one policy area, depending on the demonstrated interest and knowledge. Interns will receive training, instructions and mentorship in writing op-eds to meet the professional requirements of MEF. All internships are home-based (online), part-time and unpaid.

BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES:

– This is a great experience for students and recent graduates who want to further develop writing skills and gain experience in writing op-eds.

–  Every intern who successfully finishes the internship will receive an Internship Certificate by MEF.

– Great opportunity to publish and promote your work.