Internship opportunity with NGO in Kosovo

July/August 2012

Location: Prishtina, Kosovo

Deadline for application: Thursday 3rd May 12noon

Democracy for Development (D4D), a Kosovo based think tank, has offered the opportunity of an internship for a month in Kosovo for a Butler student (undergraduate or postgraduate). This is an opportunity to research and gain experience with a policy level think tank/non-government organisation that promotes democracy and development.

Democracy for Development (D4D) is based in Prishtina, the capital of Kosovo. It was formed recently by experienced and well qualified individuals who came together under the vision that democracy is a precondition for development. The founding members of D4D believe that democracy is both means and ends for development. They have tasked themselves with a mission to research and reach out to a wider community of stakeholders to make this link apparent.

Democratizing research and open dialogue is essential to economic and social development. D4D argues that democracy is a prerequisite for tackling the problems of society including development. While it cannot guarantee development; it has the potential to trigger the cycle of freedom and empower people to reach self-fulfilment and boost their productivity. Empowerment and creativity will ultimately lead to policies that stand the test of time resulting with an improvement of economic and social opportunities for all.

Interested students should submit a letter of application accompanied by their CV, to the College Secretary jbcollege.secretary@durham.ac.uk by Thursday 3rd May, 12noon. The letter should explain their motivation for applying in terms of career benefit or academic plans, what they envisage their contribution to D4D will be, and how they will contribute to this important link forged between Josephine Butler College and D4D. Maximum word length: 350-400. The successful applicant will be expected to prepare a short report and organise an event upon their return, to share their experience with other students. For assistance on preparing application letters and CVs, students can contact their Mentors or Resident Tutors.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. Interviews will take place on Friday 11th May.

The successful applicant may apply for a College Bursary for assist with travel and accommodation. Deadline Friday 18th May.

For more information on D4D check out their web page: http://www.d4d-ks.org/en/

For more information on Prishtina check: http://www.inyourpocket.com/kosovo/pristina

Health issues and requirements: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/kosovo.htm

Please do not contact D4D individually.

Now that term is over, it is a perfect time to contact a Butler Angel and think about you future.  The Angels are alumni and friends of the College, who volunteer to assist and advise you on career choices and job applications.  Why not contact an Angel today?  It takes seconds through http://www.durham.ac.uk/butler.angels, and the advice and tips that you receive could be invaluable.  Even if you don’t know what to do after graduation, why not browse through the Angels?  With over 100 who following variety of paths, they may be able to spark some ideas.  They want to help you, so don’t be afraid to get in contact!  The initial email can be very basic.  Just introduce yourself, explain why you are contacting them and politely ask for some advice.

If you need convincing about the value of the Angels, read an interview with Kyle McManus, 3rd year historian, about how the Angels have helped him in his job applications.  The interview is written in full on the Butler Alumni blog.  In the interview, Kyle says:

‘When I first used the Angels scheme I genuinely didn’t expect to receive as much help as I was given and I still cannot believe how useful the scheme has been. Not only would I recommend the scheme to other students, but I would point out that due to the huge amount of competition there is in the job market, you would be a fool not to take advantage of such an amazing scheme.  It was through the Angels scheme that I was able to gain inside information and news about the company that looked impressive in the eyes of the assessor.’

Check out the blog for the full interview.

Also, if you aren’t already a member, join the Facebook group ‘Butler College Careers Information’, which is updated by Tim Pickup, your JCR Careers Rep, with up-to-date careers information and opportunities.

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Why not contact an Angel over the Easter holidays? The holidays are a great time to think about what you want to do beyond your time at Butler and Durham. The Angels are alumni and friends of the College who have volunteered to help YOU as you look to your future. Whether you know what you want to do and would like some advice on applications and interviews, or you have no idea, have a browse of the Angels site. It takes seconds to email an Angel through the website. They would love to help you.

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