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STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Hellenic Institute for Strategic Studies (ELISME), which in English
rendered as Hellenic Institute For Strategic Studies (HEL.ISS), is a
independent, non-profit Institute for Strategic Studies,
analysis and research. It is non-governmental and self-funded.
Information about its purpose and work is listed on the official website.
of www.elisme.gr.
ELISME is composed of people with scientific backgrounds from various
professional and educational spaces, with different experiences,
working methodology and way of thinking. The main subject of activity is
the fields of defense, security, strategic studies and education. The program
internship offers opportunities in various fields, such as international
relations, defense, security, education, history, political science,
public administration, human resources, IT, multimedia,
communication, web developing, web design.
Program objectives

The program has two main objectives:
 Provide interns with the opportunity to develop professionally
and personally
 To offer the Institute support in its work and access to new
talents and individual skills.

Structure of the program

Students are accepted by universities in the country through ATLAS or other platforms
Universities or from foreign Universities or with voluntary participation.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, as long as there are vacancies.
seats.
Duration From 2 to 3 months within the period from the beginning of September to 15
July. An extension of the duration of the internship is possible after special approval.
of ELISM.
Place of work At the ELISME offices, Patision 88 - Athens, as well as with external
remote collaboration
Language The working language is Greek. Knowledge of English is an
mandatory, at least at level B1. Knowledge of other foreign languages
is considered an additional qualification.
Duties Within the framework of the program, students are employed during the
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, morning or afternoon, as part of an individual

work program. Students must also attend classes outside of the
over a large part of the conferences, lectures and other events of
Institute and to assist, if requested, in the organization of these. Also
work electronically remotely with the guidance of the respective
supervisors. They undertake tasks within the framework of the Institute's needs
during their practice, taking into account their studies and
These skills. A description of specific tasks is available on a case-by-case basis.
in announcements in the ATLAS system as well as other platforms.
Certification A certificate is issued for the period of implementation.
internship.
Leave of absence. For students through the ATLAS system such as
provided for in this regulation. For other students upon agreement. The
The usual leave is three working days for the period of two or three years of practice.
months.
Financial matters ELISME is not responsible for insurance matters.
health and premises coverage as well as for payment of wages under no circumstances
form. Students must provide proof of insurance coverage
through their respective exercise program or private or other insurance
institution, as long as they cover their own expenses.
Supporting Documents Application, CV preferably in Europass format and
a letter of expression of interest for the specific internship position.
Also a photocopy of your ID and student status certificate.
Various topics During their internship, student interns
have the right to use the ELISME library.
Coordination They refer to the coordination, the definition of the program
work and any problems, to the program coordinator.
They must work according to the instructions of the supervisor, who
who will guide and direct their exercise and
to cooperate constructively with the members of the Board of Directors.

General Information: Program Coordinator Marietta Panagiotopoulou,
Board member 
mpanayotopoulou@yahoo.fr