Praktikant*in im Programm Skills4Abroad mit Schwerpunkt Kommunikation und Kundenberatung

Job Posting Organization:
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide for over 50 years. As a company of the German government, GIZ collaborates with partner organizations in 120 countries, engaging in a variety of projects aimed at improving lives and providing meaningful tasks for its employees. The organization is committed to making a positive impact in the world while fostering personal development for its staff.

Job Overview:
The position of Praktikant*in in the Skills4Abroad program focuses on communication and customer consulting. This program, commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), supports professionals in German development cooperation before and during their assignments abroad through a range of digital and analog learning offerings. The intern will play a crucial role in internal and external communication, information management for participants, and the development and support of digital learning environments. The intern will also assist in coordinating innovative digital learning formats and contribute to the organization of both internal and external events, thereby gaining valuable experience in the field of international cooperation and digital learning.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be involved in various tasks including: assisting in internal and external communication and information management for participants; co-designing customer dialogue with sending organizations; contributing to the development and support of the digital learning environment; coordinating and managing innovative digital learning formats and cross-course learning and networking offerings in both in-person and digital formats; providing advice on methodology and didactics; and supporting the conception and organization of internal and external events.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should be studying in fields such as social sciences, communication sciences, adult education, educational sciences, digital learning, or comparable disciplines. Knowledge in the area of international cooperation is essential, ideally with experience abroad. Experience in communication and public relations, learning and didactics, particularly in digital learning and digital literacy, is also required. A high level of digital competence is expected, including proficiency in digital communication and collaboration tools, as well as strong skills in using digital tools like MS 365 and possibly experience with Learning Management Systems (such as Moodle).

Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in a university program or in a training program that includes an internship as an integral part. Alternatively, candidates who have graduated no more than six months prior to the start of the internship are also eligible to apply.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have relevant experience in communication and public relations, as well as in organizing and documenting events. Experience in digital learning environments and familiarity with digital tools is highly advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in both German and English is mandatory, with strong communication skills in both languages being essential for the role. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not required.

Additional Notes:
The internship is full-time and is scheduled to take place from June 19, 2025, to December 18, 202

• The monthly intern compensation is €2,205.04 (gross). GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter, emphasizing the importance of recognition, appreciation, and inclusion of diversity within the organization. The organization encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and promotes equal opportunities.