Internships at EMERGENCY

PLACE OF WORK: Italy – Milan
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: Italian and English
CONTRACT TYPE: Internship
Duration: 6 months – 4 months based in Milan + 2 months in the field
Full-time: 38 hours per week
Option to work remotely for nine days a month, following a training period.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Economics/Finance; good knowledge of English (B2 level) and good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

DESCRIPTION
The intern will join the Administrative Desk of the Field Operations Department at Milan HQ office, whose aim is to support activities related to the administrative and accounting management of overseas projects.
The intern will work together with the administrative staff within our overseas projects and with other professionals involved in the administrative and accounting process. Following the training period in Milan, there will be an on-the-job training period in the field.

Working alongside the mentor, the intern will be responsible for:

• ensuring the correct completion and filing of administrative and accounting documents arising from projects, including those requested by auditors or any institutional donors;
• supporting the administrator in the field in ensuring the correct administrative management of national staff (salaries, contracts, holidays, leave) in collaboration with the department
• Assist with the preparation of monthly project reports (cash flow, financial statements) to be submitted to HQ and check for any deviations from approved budgets.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A structured training programme focused on supporting the administrative management of projects in complex contexts and within the specific dynamics of NGOs;
• Direct involvement in the verification of monthly project reports;
• Opportunities to develop technical and soft skills;
• Dedicated feedback and supervision sessions to foster professional growth and continuous learning.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Economics or Finance
• Good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong interest in cooperation and development
• Good planning skills, attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Please note that only candidates whose profile matches the role will be contacted.

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PLACE OF WORK: Italy – Milan
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: Italian and English
CONTRACT TYPE: Internship
Duration: 6 months – 3 months based in Milan + 3 months in the field
Full-time: 38 hours per week
Option to work remotely for nine days a month, following a training period.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Degree in Economics, Humanities, Engineering or a related field; good knowledge of English (B2 level); good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

DESCRIPTION
The Field Operations Department (FOD) is seeking an intern to join the Logistics team, with the aim of contributing to and ensuring the logistical coordination of all projects, both national and international.
The Logistics intern, under the supervision of the manager, will collaborate on the operational management of field projects, support their logistical needs and assist the mission logistics officer in carrying out daily activities.
In order to develop the skills needed to achieve these objectives, the training programme has been designed in two phases: the first will take place at the warehouse and the Milan HQ to provide the intern with general and specific training, followed by a placement in the field on one of our humanitarian projects to put the knowledge acquired in the office into practice and refine skills relevant to the context.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help draft guidelines aimed at improving the effectiveness and efficiency of on-site logistics processes;
• Compile, analyse and organise monitoring files;
• Manage import/export documentation (pro forma invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin) and shipping procedures, under the supervision of the Shipping Manager;
• Monitor the status of project shipments until delivery and analyse any critical issues;
• Assist with inventory and stock control activities in support of the Rho Fiera Milano logistics hub.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Involvement in operational activities that provide a practical understanding of EMERGENCY’s various areas of work;
• Direct experience in managing international projects, with the possibility of carrying out part of the placement in the field;
• The opportunity to develop technical and operational skills in logistics management and the supply chain within humanitarian contexts.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Economics, Humanities, Engineering or a related field;
• Good knowledge of English (B2 level);
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel;
• Interest in logistics, non-profit sector and international cooperation

The ideal candidate will also possess strong organisational and planning skills, flexibility and the ability to adapt to dynamic environments, as well as good problem-solving skills to identify, contextualise and overcome unexpected obstacles in the field in a structured manner.

Please note that we will only contact candidates whose profile matches the role.

To submit your application, please click here