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Ad title:
Political Affairs Intern
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NATO Liaison Office
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Published: 13 November
/ Deadline: 30 November
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The NATO Liaison Office (NLO) in Georgia represents NATO in Georgia, facilitates political/military dialogue and practical cooperation under the NATO-Georgia Commission in support of Georgia`s efforts to join NATO, and enhances civil and military cooperation between NATO and the Government of Georgia in support of Euro-Atlantic integration goals described in the Annual National Programme.
TITLE: NATO Liaison Office (NLO) Political Affairs Intern
LOCATION: NATO Liaison Office in Georgia
GRADE: LET
STARTING DATE: March 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30 November 2025
DURATION: 6 Months
1. INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION :
The NATO Liaison Office in Georgia (NLO) is pleased to announce a call for applications for the position of Political Affairs Intern. The duration of the internship is 6 months.
The Political Affairs Intern reports to the Head of the NLO through the Head of Political and Public Diplomacy Team and works as part of the NLO`s political team to support the execution of political affairs-related tasks. The internship provides a valuable work experience in an international organization and allows the intern to develop and improve his/her analytical, drafting, and organizational skills.
The selected candidate will be offered a nominal stipend of 350 EUR a month. This position does not carry any expectation of subsequent employment.
Working hours are full-time.
2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Internship applicants must meet the following criteria:
** Be 21 or older;
** University-level proficiency in Georgian and English;
** Successfully pass a suitability and security screening as well as a medical check;
** Have a university degree, or be enrolled in university-level studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at a university of recognized standing related to international relations, political science, or another relevant discipline;
** The highest qualification must have been obtained no more than one year preceding the submission of application;
** Good general knowledge of the historical, political and security environment of Georgia
Desirable:
** Relevant work experience is an advantage;
** Knowledge of developments in Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as regional dynamics in the South Caucasus is a distinct advantage;
** Armenian, Azerbaijani or Russian language proficiency is an advantage, but not a requirement.
Skills:
** Excellent writing skills;
** Good analytical skills; ability to identify, collect, process and synthesise relevant information;
** Strong organizational and time-management skills, including an ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks;
** Good computer skills.
Other:
** Strong self-motivation, perseverance, ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, including under pressure of tight deadlines;
** Attention to detail;
** Ability to establish and maintain good relations with people of different national, religious, and cultural backgrounds.
3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES
The tasks of the Political Affairs Intern include:
** Support the NLO political team in conducting research, information gathering, and daily monitoring of national, regional and international political developments;
** Assist in drafting office memoranda, reports, background papers, information papers and meeting summaries/overviews;
** Assist with preparation and conduct of briefings, conferences, roundtables and other events, as required;
** Assist with drafting official correspondence with the government of Georgia, Embassies accredited in Georgia and other stakeholders, as required;
** Assist with maintaining database of NLO contacts;
** Perform other related duties, as required.
4. INTERRELATIONSHIPS
The Political Affairs Intern reports to the Head of the NATO Liaison Office in Georgia. S/he will get everyday directions through the Head of Political and Public Diplomacy Team.
5. HOW TO APPLY
Candidates are invited to submit their applications before 30 November, 23:59 (local time) via e-mail (Office@NLO-Georgia.hq.nato.int) with "NLO Political Affairs Intern" in the subject line, enclosing the following materials (in English):
** Curriculum Vitae/Resume (max. 2 pages);
** Letter of motivation/personal statement (max. 1 page);
** Two letters of reference, preferably from the candidate`s employer (s) or academic supervisor (s);
Note: the application won`t be considered if:
1) any of the above listed documents is missing
2) Subject line does not include "NLO Political Affairs Intern".
Only long-listed candidates will be contacted. Information regarding the conclusion of the selection process will be published on the organization`s official Facebook page.
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