Student and graduate programs

 

We offer traineeships and other professional opportunities within a variety of departments, mainly at our headquarters in Geneva but also in some of our delegations around the world. Each year, many students, graduates, apprentices, and professionals on vocational reintegration programmes join our teams to develop their expertise and benefit from an enriching professional experience in the world’s leading humanitarian organization. We offer a pleasant and professional work environment in an international atmosphere.
Graduates

Graduates

Every year, many “associate” positions at our headquarters in Geneva are open to recent graduates, as a first professional opportunity to build their expertise and gain valuable work experience in the world’s leading humanitarian organization.

What we look for

As a recent graduate, you have recently completed your studies and possess newly acquired academic or vocational skills. Your professional experience in your field of studies is limited: no more than one year of professional experience since graduation (or two years if you have been in previous traineeships).

If you are interested, please look out for traineeships or associate positions under our current career opportunities.

The ICRC promotes a diverse workforce and offers an inclusive working environment.

What we offer

For up to 12 months, you will join one of our departments and contribute to research, evaluation, analysis and writing.

  • Paid traineeships: gross monthly salary ~3,900 CHF (13 installments)
  • Support and supervision from experienced teams
  • Informal buddy programme
  • Formal and informal training opportunities
Students and Apprentices

Students and Apprentices

Every year, many students and apprentices join us as part of their studies at our headquarters in Geneva.

What we look for

Students with compulsory traineeships and apprentices in business, administration, information/documentation or logistics.

What we offer

Unpaid traineeships (up to 90 days) and paid apprenticeships (1–3 years) leading to a Swiss Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC).

Recruitment in March; apprenticeships start in September. Check current apprenticeships.

Vocational Reintegration

Professionals on Vocational Reintegration Programmes

What we look for

Professionals enrolled in vocational reintegration programmes in the cantons of Geneva or Vaud.

What we offer

An opportunity to contribute to our mission, develop competencies and grow your professional network.

Interviews, Videos and Articles

Stories from graduates who took part in our traineeship programme:

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