The European Institute for Comparative Cultural Research provides a limited number of internships to students interested to pursue a career in the field of comparative cultural research. Successful candidates will be provided with invaluable experience by working in an exciting and challenging think-tank environment which is informal and team oriented.
To apply please send an email/application containing a cover letter, your CV, one page summary outlining your research interests, information on your studies, previous work experience, and a letter of reference to the ERICarts Institute.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to participate in the development and execution of transnational research projects and engage in an assortment of ERICarts' activities during their internship. For example:
The Institute is looking for people who show a strong commitment and interest in the field of comparative cultural research. Applicants should be within their graduate studies programme, have knowledge of cultural affairs in Europe and some research experience in at least one of the main research streams of the Institute. Prospective interns should be able to commit to the full agreed period and show reliability and punctuality, be a good team worker, pro-active and independent, and possess good verbal and written communication skills, as well as computer skills. English is the main working language of the Institute. Competency in other languages is also required.
Being part of the ERICarts team gave me the motivation to learn more about Europe. At ERICarts I entered a new world of comparative cultural research to which I am grateful. I received guidance and advice from the team about comparative research methods and had the chance to see how the results are applied in practice. [MORE]
Cécile Debard
ERICarts Institute Intern 2006
ERICarts has shown me the importance of international co-operation and going beyond what is expected of you. My experience has been immeasurable, I can truly say I loved every moment! [MORE]
Teresa Brown
ERICarts Institute Intern 2005