Hochschulpraktikant/in - DEZA Thematische Zusammenarbeit — Confederazione Svizzera
- Location
- Zollikofen
- Contract
- Internship
- Posted
- 6 days ago
Full description
- Date of entry: 01.01.2027
- Type of employment: temporary
- Reference No: JRQ$540-20822
- Place of work: Eichenweg 5, 3052 Zollikofen
You can make this contribution
- Support of the programme officers and the management of the water sections resp. Climate, DRR and environment in various thematic and programmatic tasks, in particular in the context of external evaluation processes and tendering procedures
- Support of the thematic networks water and climate, DRR and environment
- Support in product development and communication (especially internal SDC) as well as in the organisation of events of the two sections
- Take on additional and specific tasks according to information/requests of the section management
This makes them unique.
- Bachelor's or preferably Master's degree (university or university of applied sciences)
- Fields of study: environment, hydrology or other natural sciences such as geography or agriculture and/or in combination with political sciences or international relations.
- Very good knowledge of two national languages as well as English in word and writing.
We offer this
- Working for Switzerland: We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
- Living diversity: Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
- Healthy at work: We support and advise our employees in the field of physical and mental health.
On behalf of the Federal Council, the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDA) coordinates and shapes Swiss foreign policy, safeguards the country’s interests and promotes Swiss values.
The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) is Switzerland’s largest competence centre for international cooperation. The SDC implements Switzerland’s foreign policy in the areas of humanitarian aid, development cooperation and Eastern cooperation, in cooperation with other federal offices. It supports countries in combating poverty and tackling global challenges. For example, the SDC ensures that disadvantaged population groups have better access to education and health or that environmental problems are solved. The SDC focuses on fragile and conflict-affected countries.
Additional information
Application deadline: 15.11.2026 Please observe the admission conditions of the FDFA university internships. The conditions specified therein must be complied with.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Confederazione Svizzera offer for this role?
Confederazione Svizzera lists CHF 68'500 - 104'000 gross per year for this position in Zollikofen. This is the salary published in the original listing — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Confederazione Svizzera offer?
This listing is a internship position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Confederazione Svizzera during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Bern?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Bern's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Bern's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Confederazione Svizzera?
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