Internship - On-Site Inspection Division

Assignment

The CTBTO awards a limited number of internships to university students and recent graduates from diverse academic background. Its purpose is to provide a learning and development experience in a field related to the Commission’s activities specialized in various professional fields. Interns usually work on specific practical assignments. Opportunities for internships are available subject to the current needs of the individual divisions within the CTBTO.

The On-Site Inspection (OSI) Division develops operational capabilities to undertake inspections in line with the provisions of the CTBT. After the treaty enters into force, an on-site inspection (OSI) is launched to establish whether or not a nuclear explosion has been carried out. During such an inspection, facts might also be gathered to identify a possible violator of the Treaty. It thus constitutes the final verification measure under the CTBT.

Duties and Responsibilties

Under the supervision of the Coordinator, OSI and in coordination with the responsible Officer(s), the Intern shall support in the development of operational and technical inspection capabilities as well as in the planning of CTBT On-Site Inspection training and exercises, in particular:

1. Contribute intellectually to discussions that relate to OSI;
2. Assist with research on a theme relating to OSI, which, depending on expertise and interest could touch on policy, strategic, legal, or scientific/technical aspects of on-site inspections;
3. Contribute to process improvements in line with good practice in project management;
4. Support the implementation of improvements, as directed;
5. Assist the OSI Training Section with the design, administration and implementation of OSI training courses;
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• Candidates for an internship must be at least 18 years of age and no more than 35 years of age.
• The applicant must have completed at least two years of full-time study that will lead to the award of a degree in any thematic area. Applications may be up to two years after completion of a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree.
• Knowledge or interest in at least one of the following areas: Arms control/non-proliferation/disarmament policy, science and technology, project management,  planning of training and exercises, verification of treaty obligations, document management and library sciences, or operational command and control.

Languages

• The applicant must possess excellent written and oral communication in English.
• Knowledge of other languages is desirable.

Competencies

• Professionalism – Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Planning and Organizing – Ability to work under pressure.
• Communication – Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; Proven and sustained communication (verbal and written) skills with people from different backgrounds.
• Teamwork - Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

PLEASE NOTE: Internship opportunities occur through the year and assignments are filled as required by the CTBTO. Due to the volume of applications received, correspondence will be maintained only with those candidates that are under consideration. Thank you for your understanding.

An intern is neither a staff member nor an official of the Commission. An intern who is a non-Austrian citizen is responsible for obtaining any necessary visas and for complying with local laws concerning police registration.