ICMPD provides opportunities for students and recent graduates to obtain hands-on experience working in an international setting, and across a broad range of thematic areas.
As an international organisation, we believe that it is vital to invest directly in developing the skills and knowledge of future experts in the field of migration.
To that end, we welcome applications from those pursuing (or having recently obtained) an undergraduate or post-graduate degree, or additionally from young professionals looking to switch careers. ICMPD has also worked with a number of academic institutions to provide Erasmus-based internships and work experience during the course of study.
Please see below for all internships currently available with ICMPD. Should you wish to apply, please follow the instructions detailed in the vacancy.
Available Internships
Posting Date: 19 September 2025
Deadline for Applications: 3 October 2025
Duty Station: Ankara, Türkiye
Start Date: 1 November 2025
Contract Duration: 3 months
1. Background
The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) assumes a pivotal role, offering crucial contributions to Türkiye in enhancing its capacity to manage migration effectively. ICMPD's multifaceted support encompasses comprehensive analysis of prevailing migration dynamics, provision of evidence-based insights, and addressing operational and capacity gaps to meet Türkiye's urgent requirements.
ICMPD implements a diverse portfolio of projects aimed at bolstering migration management efforts. These initiatives cover various critical areas, including the development of institutional frameworks, addressing issues of irregular migration, facilitating return dialogues, improving border management, preventing human trafficking, conducting migration analysis, facilitating legal migration pathways, managing labour migration, and addressing diaspora concerns.
Operating from its offices in Ankara and Istanbul, ICMPD Türkiye Representation Office serves as a central hub for coordinating activities throughout the region, leveraging additional support from its offices. As ICMPD remains agile and responsive to evolving project demands, it stands poised to expand its presence in Türkiye to effectively meet emerging needs.
This Term of Reference is prepared to determine the tasks of an Intern who will work with ICMPD RO to develop full-fledged research, project development, and to enhance digitalization and modernisation initiatives.
2. Relevant Outputs
Contribution of the Intern:
The Intern will support the Border Management Portfolio in close coordination with the Representation Office activities in Ankara.
The internship does not constitute a commitment to future employment with ICMPD.
Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted regarding future interview processes.
3. Budget
ICMPD offers a monthly fee of EUR 400,00 and will provide accident insurance for the duration of the internship. However, travel expenses will not be reimbursed, and Health insurance is the responsibility of the incumbent.
4. Overall Tasks of the Intern
The intern will:
- Support the Representation Office team in the implementation of project activities in accordance with the work plan.
- Support the Border Management team in the implementation of project activities in accordance with the work plan.
- Support for editing and formatting of documents and assist with administrative duties including correspondence to internal and external partners, photocopies etc;
- Assist in conducting a comprehensive analysis of migration dynamics in Türkiye and the region;
- Provide support in the development and implementation of institutional frameworks related to migration and border management;
- Support in the preparation of reports, policy briefs, and other relevant documentation;
- Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of ongoing projects and initiatives;
- Contribute to monitoring recent legal decisions and regulatory changes concerning migrants in Türkiye;
- Collaborate with team members to identify emerging needs and opportunities for ICMPD's intervention in migration management;
- Assist the project team with any other task as necessary.
5. Reporting lines
The Intern supports the project team in project implementation-related tasks under the supervision of the Project Manager and overall guidance of the Portfolio Manager and works in close collaboration with other members of the project team.
On a weekly basis, the intern will report to the assigned supervisor.
The intern will supervise the administrative issues, guide the content, and provide input on deliverables.
6. Qualifications and Experience
- Currently enrolled in a postgraduate course or a recent graduate.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Sociology or Law.
- Fluency in Turkish and English is required.
- Basic understanding of project administration and implementation of projects.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency in standard office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
7. Material to be provided by ICMPD
- Any relevant documents related to the ICMPD Türkiye projects.
8. Administrative Information
Travel Information
Travel is not foreseen.
Payment Information
For payment of the fees for the assignment, the Intern needs to submit - on the templates provided by ICMPD and in line with the payment schedule stated in the contract:
- timesheet(s), duly completed in line with instructions, dated and signed;
- counter-signed contract;
- signed payment claim(s) reflecting the days/hours worked as per submitted timesheets.
The payment to the bank account indicated by the Intern will only be processed after certification by ICMPD that the required services have been satisfactorily performed.
The Payment Claims should be submitted following the delivery of each task, and Travel Claim should be submitted in the following two weeks after each mission.
The Intern is therefore requested to submit their CV and Cover Letter together to:
Mrs. Sila Karaman
Jr. Project Officer
Posting Date: 19 September 2025
Deadline for Applications: 3 October 2025
Duty Station: Ankara, Türkiye
Start Date: 1 November 2025
Contract Duration: 3 months
1. Organizational Setting
The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) is an international organisation tasked with promoting innovative, comprehensive and sustainable migration policies. With 20 Member States and more than 460 staff members. Active in more than 90 countries worldwide, it takes a regional approach in its work to create efficient cooperation and partnerships along migration routes. Priority regions include Africa, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Silk Routes, Western Balkans and Türkiye. Its three-pillar approach to migration management – structurally linking research, migration dialogues and capacity building – contributes to better migration policy development worldwide.
2. Background
ICMPD is seeking to recruit one intern under the Migration Management Portfolio to support various projects aimed at strengthening migration governance, enhancing cooperation among stakeholders, and improving the management of migration-related processes. These projects focus on areas such as return and reintegration, irregular migration, international protection and trafficking in human-being.
This internship program offers an opportunity to engage with recent migration trends and develop skills essential for a career in migration policy and development. The intern will work closely with the Migration Management team, supporting project activities such as providing administrative assistance for meetings, trainings and workshops, preparing reports, and other project paperwork.
The internship does not constitute a commitment to future employment with ICMPD.
3. Overall Tasks of Intern
- Support project activities and assist in providing general administrative tasks regarding to organization of events including but not limited to meetings, workshops, trainings etc,
- Ensure proper archiving of hard copy files in accordance with ICMPD rules and regulations,
- Assist in compiling a vendor list for the preferred suppliers during project implementation, and in searching for identification of new vendors,
- Research and analyse related to projects, such as statistical data of irregular migrants, trends and new developments,
- Support in communicating with project Beneficiaries, as well as service providers when necessary,
- Assist in translating, editing and formatting documents and provide administrative support, including correspondence with internal and external partners, photocopying, etc,
- Provide support to the Project Implementation Teams with any additional tasks as necessary.
- Undertake any other related administrative tasks as required.
4. Qualifications and Experience
- At least Bachelor degree for the related areas;
- Excellent command of written and spoken Turkish and English;
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills;
- Strong communication skills;
- Excellent organizational skills with good attention to detail and accuracy;
- Strong drafting and reporting skills;
- Computer literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel, Internet research)
5. Travel Information
Travel is not foreseen.
6. Compensation
ICMPD offers a monthly fee of EUR 400,00 per month for a 40-hour internship per week and will provide accident insurance for the duration of the internship. However, travel expenses will not be reimbursed, and Health insurance is the responsibility of the incumbent.
PLEASE NOTE: An intern is not a staff member of ICMPD. Only Turkish Nationals with residence in Ankara can apply for the intern position.
7. Reporting lines
The Intern supports the project team in project implementation-related tasks under the supervision of the Project Manager and overall guidance of the Portfolio Manager and works in close collaboration with other members of the project team.
On a weekly basis, the intern will report to the assigned supervisor.
The intern will supervise the administrative issues, guide the content, and provide input on deliverables.
The Intern is therefore requested to submit their CV and Cover Letter together to:
To: Mr. Anıl Uzunboy
Project Officer
Copying: Ms. Zeynep Benli
Project Manager
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