University Intern

Berne, Suisse | 80-100% What you can contribute to <br /> • Manage bilateral economic relations with countries in the Americas region, as needed by the sector • Develop economic analyses and support the sector in preparing and organizing service trips and official visits of representatives from these countries • Support the sector in its collaboration with other federal administration services and in managing contacts with foreign authorities and economic circles <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • Holder of a university degree in international economics, international relations or social sciences; solid knowledge of economics • Interest in the Americas, intellectual curiosity, analytical mind and organizational skills • Excellent oral and written knowledge of two official languages; due to international contacts, good knowledge of English is essential; ideally, knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese <br /> In a few words The Bilateral Economic Relations service center is part of the Directorate of External Economic Affairs. It is responsible for managing bilateral economic relations with other countries. The Americas sector aims to develop and deepen economic relations between Switzerland and the countries of this geographical region. We offer you a very varied and autonomous activity at the crossroads of law, economics, politics and diplomacy in relation to the Americas. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. • Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. • Health at work We support and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is the federal government's competence center for all matters related to economic policy and the labor market. It is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research (DEFR). It contributes to the opening of all markets to goods, services and investments. SECO is involved in development economic cooperation to reduce poverty. It plans economic and commercial measures for developing countries, Eastern European and Central Asian countries as well as new EU member states. Additional information Please apply via our application management system (complete dossier, cover letter, CV, work certificates and diplomas included). To do this, please click on \<\<Apply\>\>. Questions about the position Kuno Zurkinden +41 58 46 74695