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Aspen Institute Romania is currently accepting applications for internships in the fields of Public Programs & Events. Each internship lasts 6 months, with a flexible schedule. The internship is remunerated.

Required Qualifications:

  • Recent graduate of a BA or MA program in social sciences, economics, communication and public relations, or other relevant fields;
  • Excellent command of both Romanian and English (written and spoken);
  • Strong proficiency in using online platforms for meetings and audio-video events (e.g., Teams, Zoom);
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable managing evolving tasks and responsibilities;
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork abilities;
  • High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the Aspen team in implementing the programs of the Aspen Institute Romania;
  • Collecting and entering data into extensive databases;
  • Preparing relevant information for public policy programs, conference materials, and preparatory stages of policy events;
  • Creating, updating, and/or archiving files and records;
  • Providing logistical support for event organization, including drafting invitations, communicating with participants, and managing complex calendars across multiple time zones;
  • Assisting in the planning and execution of activities and conferences held both in-person and online;
  • Supporting the continuous updating of databases with speakers, vendors, stakeholders, participants, and other actors involved in programs.

Calendar and Application Deadline:

Interested candidates are invited to send at the e-mail address [email protected] the following documents in ENGLISH, in PDF format: a cover letter (maximum 1 page) and a CV (maximum 3 pages), no later than March 10, 2026.

The Institute will review all applications and invite a selected number of candidates for an interview, which will be conducted in both Romanian and English.