University Intern Political Affairs Cyber Command

Bern and telework (and home office) | 80-100%

Your contribution

• Assist the head of the Cyber Command and the scientific collaborator of the Political Affairs sector in the handling of daily activities (controlling, drafting positions, notes and minutes, preparation of bases and operational directives)
• Provide for the preparation and subsequent processing of political requests, actively contribute to the handling of interpellations, motions and consultations of the offices, prepare presentations and manage their graphic design
• Follow current thematic developments, conduct research and contribute to the elaboration of products
• Perform various administrative activities independently (e.g. organizing correspondence, meetings and events and drafting minutes)
• Represent the scientific collaborator of the Political Affairs sector in case of absence
• Contribute to the assignments and coordination of the Cyber Command Conduct Service

What distinguishes you

• Bachelor or master in international relations or in political science at a university of applied sciences or a university
• Specialist and methodological skills in the political and scientific field
• Interest in commercial-related work, excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Motivated and reliable person, with team spirit and communication skills
• Autonomous way of working, flexibility and excellent organizational skills
• Passion for learning, ease in interpersonal contacts and good knowledge of a second official language

In summary

As a university intern for political affairs, you will assist the scientific collaborator of the Political Affairs sector and the head of the Cyber Command in the processing of political affairs, in the creation of written products and presentations and in research on relevant topics.
You will acquire in-depth knowledge of current issues within the competence of the Cyber Command, on various fields and on different projects. You will learn to compile and prepare information according to the recipients and will come into contact with people active in numerous sectors of the Federal Administration. To this end, an open, efficient and teamwork-oriented approach will be decisive.

We offer you the possibility to participate in concrete work experiences, take on responsibility and collaborate with highly experienced professionals.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We strive for the successful Swiss model and work for the well-being of the population.
• Living diversity The implementation of equal opportunities allows us to best express our skills and to contemplate different points of view.
• Fit in the workplace We provide support and advice to our employees on the topic of physical and mental health.

All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/it/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html)

Your commitment to security and freedom

The Cyber Command (Cdo Ciber) is synonymous with competence in the fields of cyber and digitalization. To the enthusiasm for our task we combine know-how, innovation, cutting-edge technologies and agile working methods. We provide secure, robust and resilient IT services for the Swiss Army and our partners of the Integrated Swiss Security Network. In this way, the Cdo Ciber provides the Swiss Army with the necessary knowledge and decision-making advantage for a secure Switzerland.

The Swiss Army employs over 9000 collaborators within the framework of four military professions and approximately 200 civilian professions, in 110 locations throughout the national territory. Furthermore, it provides for new recruits, training apprentices in over 30 professions.

Complementary information

The diploma must have been obtained no more than 18 months before the start of employment. The internship, with an employment degree of 80--100%, starts on a date to be agreed upon and lasts twelve months.
Choosing a job with the Swiss Army is worthwhile and offers numerous advantages. More information on Students and graduates (https://www.vtg.admin.ch/it/studenti).

Questions about the workplace

Mirjam Rohrbach
Scientific collaborator, political affairs
+41 58 46 05731