Academic internships

The Trade Office of Swiss Industries in Taipei offers two academic full-time internships each year for university graduates. Each internship lasts for a period of 6 months (1 January – 30 June and 1 July – 31 December).

Application deadline for internships starting 1 January: 31 July          Application deadline for internships starting 1 July: 31 January

The internship offers a diverse work spectrum and provides an opportunity for the academic intern to collect first-hand work experience in a multi-cultural working environment. The position is remunerated.

Requirements:

  • Legal residence in Switzerland
  • University degree (bachelor or master)
  • Internship must start within 12 months after completing the university degree (for candidates with a bachelor's degree who are currently pursuing a master's degree, this time limit can be extended)  
  • Excellent analytical and editorial skills
  • Fluency (written and spoken) in one of the official languages of Switzerland
  • Good knowledge of a second official language of Switzerland and of English
  • Good knowledge of Chinese is a plus
  • Pronounced capabilities in communication and a team player

Job description:

  • Assist in the organization and realization of projects
  • Plan, organize, write and edit contents of the Newsletters
  • Monitor, perform researches, provide analysis and assist in drafting reports on various issues
  • Public relations work
  • Assist in consular services

Applicants must submit the following documents in electronic format:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Copy of university degree as well as all previous internship documentation
  • Motivation letter (in German, French or Italian)

Please send your application by email to: taipei@eda.admin.ch