International Relations Internship

The Internship involves a work placement with organisations relevant to international affairs. This provides an opportunity to experience a hands-on work environment in which to observe, apply and gain knowledge and skills relevant to diplomatic studies and related careers. Projects are negotiated between the convenor, the host organisation and the student, to ensure students make the most of the opportunity to adapt their academic knowledge to professional life in their field of interest, to explore career paths, to acquire relevant hands-on practice, and to make important professional contacts. As well as undertaking an agreed project, students may be involved in observations, meetings, clerical work and administration, to gain a clearer insight into the day-to-day functioning of their host department, embassy or organisation. Students must complete the program to the satisfaction of their host organisation and course convenor. Internships will be offered to students on merit through a competitive application and interview process. Students must seek approval to enrol and participate in pre-placement activities. In exceptional circumstances students may be permitted to do a self-sourced internship.