Intern (all genders)

Intern / Student, Full-time · Berlin

Your mission

We are looking for an intern to support our research, training and policy work in the Conflict Transformation Research department. A condition for this role is a current enrollment at a university for a postgraduate degree requiring a compulsory internship.

Overview of the position:
Hours: 39 hours per week (flexible)
Starting date: August/September 2025
Duration: Limited contract until 31.12.2025
Location: Berlin, Germany

Your main tasks:

Support project implementation in close cooperation with the team in Berlin and project partners
Assist in and lead (when applicable) organising travels and events in coordination with project team
Support documentation of project activities
Support to background research and to the preparation of briefing and project materials

Your knowledge, experience & skills

Currently enrolled in Peace and Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or similar
Strong organizational and communication skills
Initial work experience in administration or project management, ideally in international settings
Knowledge of concepts and processes related to peacebuilding, DDR, democratisation
Ability to work under pressure and adjust to a very fluid project context
Excellent verbal and written language skills in English, French and German are asset
Strong ability to work as part of a intercultural team as well as independently
Strong command of Microsoft Office Applications and ability to structure and visualize complexity
Curiosity, passion, creativity and perseverance

What you can expect from us

Highly experienced and engaged community of practice
Cooperative and dynamic team
556,00 Euro gross monthly compensation
Highly insightful and challenging tasks
Confidence-based flexible working hours
Flexibility regarding office vs. mobile working solutions

Application procedure

Please submit your CV and cover letter as well as diplomas, certificates and references (letters or contact information) by 15.07.2025 (end of business hours) through our online application system

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About us

The Berghof Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization supporting people in conflict in their efforts to achieve sustainable peace through conflict transformation and peacebuilding. Headquartered in Berlin, the organization is run by a diverse team and works with local partners around the world.

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Über uns

Die Berghof Foundation ist eine unabhängige, gemeinnützige Organisation, die Menschen in Konflikten bei ihren Bemühungen um nachhaltigen Frieden durch Konflikttransformation und Friedenskonsolidierung unterstützt. Die Organisation mit Hauptsitz in Berlin wird von einem internationalen Team geführt und arbeitet mit lokalen Partnern auf der ganzen Welt.

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Your application!

We appreciate your interest in our organisation. Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any difficulties in uploading your files, please contact us by mail at jobs@berghof-foundation.org.