{"id":63526,"date":"2025-09-27T02:14:53","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T02:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=63526"},"modified":"2025-09-27T02:14:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T02:14:53","slug":"british-embassy-paris-internship-opportunities-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=63526","title":{"rendered":"British Embassy Paris: Internship Opportunities 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The British Embassy in Paris is offering three exciting internship opportunities for students interested in international relations, politics, economics, and communications. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in diplomacy and UK-France relations.<\/p>\n<h3>Position Overview<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Duration<\/strong>: 4 months<br \/>\n<strong>Start Date<\/strong>: November 3, 2025<br \/>\n<strong>Stipend<\/strong>: \u20ac1,000 gross per month<br \/>\n<strong>Working Hours<\/strong>: 35 hours per week<br \/>\n<strong>Number of Positions<\/strong>: 3 internships across different teams<\/p>\n<h3>Available Teams<\/h3>\n<p>You can indicate your preference for one of these three specialized teams:<\/p>\n<h4>1. Economics and Political Section (EPS)<\/h4>\n<p>Work on France&#8217;s political and economic developments and UK-France collaboration. Teams include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bilateral and Political Team<\/li>\n<li>Economic, Social and Sustainability Team<\/li>\n<li>European Affairs Team<\/li>\n<li>Science and Technology Team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities<\/strong>: Policy analysis, research, reporting, strategic engagement, and supporting major Embassy events and UK ministerial visits.<\/p>\n<h4>2. National Security and Foreign Policy (NSFP)<\/h4>\n<p>Focus on international security and diplomatic cooperation between the UK and France. Teams include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Foreign and Development Policy teams<\/li>\n<li>Migration and Borders team<\/li>\n<li>National Security team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities<\/strong>: Supporting UK policy makers, strategic engagement with think tanks, organizing foreign policy events, and building relationships across the British Government network.<\/p>\n<h4>3. Communications and Engagement<\/h4>\n<p>Handle UK government communications in France across three teams:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Media<\/strong>: Managing French media relationships and social media<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visits<\/strong>: Coordinating UK government representative visits<\/li>\n<li><strong>Public Diplomacy<\/strong>: Outreach work with French public<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Key responsibilities<\/strong>: Media relations, translating press releases, supporting high-level visits, social media management, and cultural initiatives.<\/p>\n<h2>Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n<h3>Essential Qualifications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Language Skills<\/strong>: Excellent French and English (minimum C1 level CEFR)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong>: Currently enrolled in university degree in relevant field (Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Communications, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Legal Requirements<\/strong>: Must provide internship agreement (&#8220;Convention de stage&#8221;) from your university<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work Authorization<\/strong>: Independent right to live and work in France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technical Skills<\/strong>: Confident MS Office user<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Personal Qualities Required<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Interest in business, economics, foreign policy, and UK-France relations<\/li>\n<li>Strong teamwork and communication skills<\/li>\n<li>Highly organized with excellent attention to detail<\/li>\n<li>Resourceful research abilities and creative problem-solving<\/li>\n<li>Flexibility to engage in diverse tasks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Desirable but Not Essential<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Interest in international settings<\/li>\n<li>Social media or creative experience (especially for Communications role)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Application Process<\/h2>\n<h3>Important Deadlines<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: October 5, 2025 (23:55)<\/p>\n<h3>Application Requirements<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit application <strong>in English only<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Clearly indicate all nationalities held<\/li>\n<li>Provide internship agreement from university<\/li>\n<li>Background checks and security clearance required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Required Documentation (upon selection)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Passport or national identity card<\/li>\n<li>Criminal record check (&#8220;casier judiciaire&#8221;)<\/li>\n<li>Two proofs of address<\/li>\n<li>Two references<\/li>\n<li>Liability insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Benefits and Working Conditions<\/h2>\n<h3>What You&#8217;ll Receive<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u20ac1,000 gross monthly stipend<\/li>\n<li>Meal contribution<\/li>\n<li>Learning and development opportunities through Diplomatic Academy<\/li>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements (60% office presence required)<\/li>\n<li>Mentorship and support throughout internship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Professional Development<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Hands-on experience in international diplomacy<\/li>\n<li>Networking opportunities across UK government<\/li>\n<li>Insight into UK-France bilateral relations<\/li>\n<li>Access to civil service learning programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Important Notes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Geographic Scope<\/strong>: Position based in Paris, France<\/li>\n<li><strong>Security<\/strong>: Professional background checks required<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel<\/strong>: Embassy does not cover interview or relocation costs<\/li>\n<li><strong>Language Assessment<\/strong>: French language skills will be tested if invited for interview<\/li>\n<li><strong>Equal Opportunity<\/strong>: British Government actively encourages applications from diverse backgrounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Apply<\/h2>\n<p>Applications must be submitted through the official tal.net site operated by Oleeo. Be aware that only applications through the official channel will be considered.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to launch your career in international affairs?<\/strong> This internship offers invaluable experience in one of Europe&#8217;s most important diplomatic relationships, with opportunities to work on high-profile international issues while developing your professional skills in a dynamic, multicultural environment.<\/p>\n<p><label id=\"form_425b6186-88e7-4433-bb1c-b42751b8ae08_field_que_21520_1\" class=\"col-sm-3 eform_field_label \" role=\"term\"><span class=\"hform_lbl_text\">Application deadline<\/span> <span class=\"hform_req_ph not_required\">\u00a0<\/span><\/label><\/p>\n<div id=\"form_425b6186-88e7-4433-bb1c-b42751b8ae08_field_value_21520_1\" class=\"col-sm-9 form_value hform_value_view item231\" role=\"definition\">\n<div id=\"form_425b6186-88e7-4433-bb1c-b42751b8ae08_datafield_21520__1\" class=\"form-control-static\" role=\"definition\" aria-labelledby=\"form_425b6186-88e7-4433-bb1c-b42751b8ae08_field_que_21520_1\">5 October 2025<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>For more information <a href=\"https:\/\/fco.tal.net\/vx\/appcentre-ext\/brand-2\/spa-1\/tmpwid-d7d5_6b54c256-a86f-4bdb-b2be-b2da88522bda\/candidate\/so\/pm\/4\/pl\/1\/opp\/25663-Internships-British-Embassy-Paris-FRA25-324\/en-GB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Stay on <a href=\"http:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">opportunitiesconnect.com\/<\/a> for more opportunities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The British Embassy in Paris is offering three exciting internship opportunities for students interested in international relations, politics, economics, and communications. 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