Generic Local Internship

About the Position

The OSCE Programme Office in Astana is looking for qualified candidates to carry out internships for 2-6 month periods in both administrative and programmatic areas. This internship offers the chance to learn about the day-to-day working environment of the OSCE and about the Organization’s mandate. Interns will have the opportunity to develop their professional skills and gain practical working experience in a multi-national environment.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to drafting research papers, policy reports, concept papers, and other written materials.
• Assisting in project management and implementation.
• Conducting thematic research and assisting with the revision of legal documents.
• Supporting communication-related events and outreach activities.
• Supporting the organization of events, meetings, and conferences.
• Attending meetings of the OSCE decision-making bodies and drafting official records.
• Supporting daily operational work in administrative departments.
• Assisting senior managers in preparing for trips and meetings.

Requirements

• You should not be older than 30 years on the deadline of this vacancy.
• You should have completed two years of full-time post-secondary education or graduated within two years prior to 31 December 2026.
• You should be professionally fluent in English and Russian, both oral and written.
• Working knowledge of Kazakh language will be an asset.
• You should bring along high motivation, open-mindedness, and flexibility.
• You should be able to establish and maintain effective working relations with people of different backgrounds.
• You should be aware of the importance of integrating a gender perspective into tasks and activities.
• You should be able to operate a computer, with familiarity of Microsoft Office applications.

Nice to Have

• Organizational, multi-tasking, and analytical skills.
• Drafting skills.

We Offer

• The chance to learn about the OSCE’s working environment and mandate.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills and gain practical experience.
• Chance to meet and benefit from the knowledge of many professionals.
• Opportunity to network with like-minded young professionals.

About the Company

The OSCE Programme Office in Astana promotes the implementation of OSCE principles and commitments. It assists Kazakhstan in addressing challenges and threats to security, in line with the host country’s priorities and needs and the Programme Office’s mandate.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: KAZ000136
• Contract Type: Intern
• Job Type: Intern
• Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
• Issue Date: Jul 17, 2026
• Closing Date: Jul 24, 2026
• Employee Status: Short-Term
• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Field: Media Affairs

Please note that the vacancy is open for Kazakhstani nationals and permanent residents of Kazakhstan only.