Internship

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting vital needs such as access to drinking water, food, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases related to unsafe water, which is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Through its interventions, SI implements expertise in the areas of access to potable water, sanitation, hygiene promotion, as well as security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and livelihoods. The organization operates in 26 countries and employs a total of 3,200 people, including expatriates, national staff, permanent headquarters employees, and a few volunteers. SI is known for its professionalism and commitment to respecting local cultures in its operations.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is based at the headquarters of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL in Clichy, within the Operations Department, which includes a dedicated support unit for 'security, safety, and humanitarian access.' This unit operates under the direction of the Operations Department and works closely with Regional Directors and field teams (country offices, local offices). The Security/Access Referent provides both transversal support (foundational projects and institutionalized support) and specific support (contextualized according to needs). The goal is to evolve the institutional framework, participate in its dissemination, and support operations from a technical perspective. The internship offers practical insights into the functioning and challenges of security/safety/humanitarian access support from the headquarters of an international NGO. Interns will develop transversal skills such as organization, coordination, analysis & synthesis, internal communication, and awareness/training. This position provides a first experience in an associative and humanitarian professional environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
As an intern in the Operations Department, the 'Security Safety & Humanitarian Access Intern' (SSAH) assists the technical referent in their support missions for operations, aimed at developing, deploying, supporting, and monitoring the implementation of the organization's security and access management framework. Under the supervision of the Security & Access Referent, the SSAH intern will: Contribute to the monitoring and implementation of the security/access framework in the field (document tracking, archiving, dashboards, awareness & training). Assist in monitoring contexts, alerts, and incidents (information collection, capitalization, coordination & dissemination). Help in the functioning and development of archiving, monitoring, and thematic communication tools. Support the monitoring of transversal projects (development and use of online security tool platforms, training, systematic briefing of departing staff, SOPs & Guides, etc.).

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should be currently enrolled in a program (Bac +2 to Bac +5) in international relations, international cooperation, security, or international humanitarian action. A strong interest in the associative and humanitarian sector is essential. Candidates should possess organizational skills, rigor, and curiosity, along with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team. Proficiency in both French and English (written and spoken) is required, as well as mastery of office software tools. A keen interest in geopolitics, security, and conflict resolution, as well as a passion for cartography, data processing, and analysis, is also desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes being in the process of completing a degree from Bac +2 to Bac +5 level in fields such as international relations, international cooperation, security, or international humanitarian action. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of humanitarian operations and security management.

Experience:
The position is intended for interns who may not have extensive prior experience but are eager to learn and gain practical insights into the humanitarian sector. A first experience in an associative or humanitarian professional environment is beneficial but not mandatory. The internship is designed to provide foundational experience and skills necessary for future roles in the field.

Languages:
Proficiency in French is mandatory, and a good command of English is also required, both in written and spoken forms. These language skills are essential for effective communication within the organization and with external partners.

Additional Notes:
The internship is set to start on December 11, 2026, and will last for a duration of 6 months. It will take place at the headquarters of SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL in Clichy-la-Garenne (92110), Ile-de-France, France. There is no option for remote work. The intern will be required to have a mandatory internship agreement. The legal compensation for the internship is set at 15% of the hourly social security ceiling in effect, calculated pro-rata based on actual hours worked each month (approximately 154 hours per month, equating to 22 days of 7 hours each). Public transport costs will be covered at 50% by SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL, and meal vouchers worth €8.90 per day of actual internship will be provided, with a 60% contribution from SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL.