Are you interested in a career in international research organisations? Do you wish to focus your career in research management or the organisation and development of training programmes? If so we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated intern to join the ARISE Fellowship programme team. The ARISE Fellowship is a unique programme that looks to train experienced researchers and technology developers for future careers in research infrastructures. We hire fellows for three years at one of EMBL’s six sites where they work on a technology or method development project of their choice as part of one of the EMBL groups and teams. In parallel, we organise a unique training that teaches them how to run scientific services and manage teams, how to support users, manage their projects, and promote innovation. When fellows leave, we expect that they will be qualified to take a senior position in core facilities, service teams, big research infrastructures, technology development groups in academia, industry, healthcare, or other sectors, or start their own service providing enterprise. As an ARISE Intern you will support the Programme Manager and the 40 ARISE fellows. This is an intern position, and as such we expect you to be willing to take direction, ask questions and be eager to learn. In return, we will work with you to expand your skill-set and gain invaluable experience for your CV. You will gain experience in: Programme administration in an Intergovernmental Organisation. Exposure to the management of large European Commission-funded grants Communications in a life science setting and developing content for a range of audiences Training programme development Event planning You will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of teams at EMBL Your role Support daily operation of the programme management, including correspondence and communication with internal and external participants, documentation and record keeping, preparation of presentations and reports, organisation of events and activities, handling reimbursement administration, aspects of event planning for the annual ARISE summer school Help with the promotion of ARISE, using our website and social media to highlight the achievements of our fellows, and promote training and careers in research infrastructures. Maintain and improve internal communication activities with EMBL group leaders and fellows in ARISE, develop and circulate materials, general updates and collect feedback. Help with organisation of ARISE training activities: Summer school, webinars, travels of fellows and trainers, reimbursement of costs. Support general organisation of the meetings and write minutes and summaries. You have University degree. Motivation to contribute to the improvements of life sciences and better training and career chances for the new generations. Good communication skills with a variety of stakeholders. Experience or interest in developing an existing Wordpress website, and Linkdin pages, training available. Attention to detail and good time-management skills. Ability to work independently and in a proactive manner on a number of tasks in parallel alongside consistent communication with colleagues. Fluency in English in writing and speaking. You may also have Interest in a career in project management, and or communications Advanced knowledge of frequently used office software, e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Slides). A background in life sciences Contract length The role is full time, 39 hours per week, based at the Heidelberg site. You need to have the right to live and work in Germany. What else you need to know Applicants must have their own health insurance and the legal right to work in Germany. Please make sure to submit your CV and cover letter as part of your application. Salary €1500 per month Why join us Do something meaningful By choosing a Trainee/Internship at EMBL, you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. Please watch the video below to learn more about EMBL and how our work makes a difference. Whatever your role, you will be contributing towards these challenges. Campus life & benefits: Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns Free shuttle bus to and from work (Hinxton & Heidelberg) On-site library Subsidised on-site gym: Hinxton only Subsidised on-site cafeteria(s) Casual dress code Extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely) Family benefits: On-site nursery and holiday clubs on campus Accident at work insurance What else you need to know Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ & individuals from all nationalities. How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date. Closing Date 11/05/2025.