April 14, 2019
At the Mediterranean Youth Foundation for Development, we believe in the importance and necessity of networking. We welcome partnerships with stakeholders whose scope of work is related to youth development or falls within the Mediterranean region and its neighboring countries. Those who are willing to provide logistical, consultative, or training assistance are encouraged to collaborate. We also welcome participation in the preparation, planning, and organization of any initiatives or projects that align with our mission and scope of work.
1. About MYF Internship Program-2024
1. About MYF Internship Program-2024
This program is a leading initiative formed by MYF to open the opportunity for youth to acquire direct exposure to the work on regional and international projects dealing with high level organizations and stakeholders in the Euro-Mediterranean region. It’s also an opportunity to explore the success stories behind our strategic projects and best practices, so we’re encouraging you to join our team now!
● Position Name: MYF Intern
● Work Location: Zahraa Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt
● Type of contract: Internship
● Work type: Hybrid
● Approximate time for application: 15 minutes.
● Internship Duration: 6 months; from February 2024 till August 2024.
● Working hours: 25 hours/ week
● Application Fees: No fees.
2. The objectives of this call
2. The objectives of this call
This Internship is a valuable opportunity for young people to gain practical experience and apply their academic knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. The Main objectives of this call are as follows:
1. Developing skills and building the capabilities of young people in gaining practical experience and developing skills related to your field of study or professional passion.
2. Strengthening the achievement of fair opportunity and gender justice.
3. This Call for Applications aims to select a maximum of 3 profile interns for each position.
4. Building a professional network by communicating with colleagues, supervisors and professionals from all over the Euro-Mediterranean region.
5. Contributing to real projects and tasks that are applied in the MYF projects throughout the Euro-Mediterranean region.
6. Professional development and gaining practical experience to participate in the implementation of projects of the Mediterranean Youth Foundation.
7. Providing professional guidance and mentorship through continuous evaluation of your work, which helps to develop your work continuously.
3. Eligibility Criteria
4. Intern Benefits
4. Intern Benefits
● Daily subsistence allowance (DSA) to be applied starting from the second month.(between 1000 LE – 2500 LE gross per month)
● Cetificate of Appreciation. Only after completing the internship.
● Opportunity to participate in MYF regional stratgic projects.
● Wide range of experience and networking.
● Monthly Mentoring and Evaluation.
● Recommendation Letters.
5.How to apply?
1. Application Form: to be completed with personal and professional information about the applicant in addition to the motivation to join MYA and any further relevant information.
2. Mandatory attachment:
a. Copy of the National ID card if you are Egyptian, or passport and the residency permit if you live in Egypt.
All documents must be attached in PDF format.
Interested candidates must submit the applications and their attachments before the deadline.
To ensure equal treatment of applicants, MYF cannot give a prior opinion on the eligibility of applicants and the action. No individual replies will be given to questions. All questions and answers, as well as other important notices to applicants during the evaluation procedure will be communicated to applicants only if they are shortlisted.
The submitted applications will be screened by an Evaluation Committee composed of MYF board members, MYF Advisors and External experts.
Specific selection criteria have been established to develop a clear, non-discriminatory, non-prejudicial, and fair-competition evaluation process. The selection procedure will be based on an evaluation of the following criteria:
· Relevance
· Consistency
· Motivation and interest
· Previous knowledge related to the position of interest.
Selection Process
1. Application Review:
All submitted applications will undergo a thorough review to assess alignment with MYF’s mission and the specified volunteer positions.
2. Initial Screening:
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial screening to gauge their motivation, availability, and initial fit for the roles.
3. Interviews:
Successful candidates from the initial screening will participate in one or more interviews. These interviews may be conducted by MYF staff or relevant team members.
4. Skills Assessment:
Depending on the nature of the volunteer roles, selected candidates may be required to complete a skills assessment or task to evaluate their proficiency in key areas.
5. Reference Checks:
MYF may conduct reference checks to verify the candidate’s previous experiences and qualifications
6. Final Selection:
After completing the interview and assessment phases, the final selection of Interns will be made based on a combination of skills, motivation, and alignment with MYF’s values.
Training
Training
– Orientation Session:
Newly accepted Interns will participate in an orientation session covering MYF’s mission, organizational structure, and an overview of ongoing projects.
– Role-Specific Training:
Interns will undergo specialized training tailored to their specific roles. This may include content creation workshops, project coordination training, and guidance on effective communication within the organization.
– Tool Familiarization:
Interns will be introduced to any tools or platforms used by MYF, ensuring they are comfortable and proficient in utilizing them for effective collaboration.
– Mentorship:
Each volunteer will be assigned a mentor to provide ongoing support, guidance, and feedback throughout their journey with MYF.
These additions provide more specific details about the expectations for potential Interns, the steps involved in the selection process, and the training components they will experience. Feel free to customize these based on the unique requirements of your organization.
Additional Information:
No Fees
No Fees
MYF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training, or any other fees). MYF does not concern itself with information on bank accounts.
TERMS OF THE CONTRACT
As we, in MYF, work together against the discriminatory practices against young people, such as low minimum wages for youth and unpaid traineeships.
To catch on the same page with the EU; European Economic and Social Committee to know more, MYF offers a 6-month contract with a compensation between 1000 LE – 2500 LE gross per month defined based on performance and geographical dimension of interns.
RECRUITMENT POLICY
Anti-discrimination:
All appointments should be made in a transparent way and comply with all relevant employment regulations. No job applicant or employee should receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origins, gender, gender identity, marital status, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, disability or chronic illness.
