Trainee in the Studies and Research Department
Who are we?
Institute for Advanced Studies in National Defence
The Institut des hautes études de défense nationale (IHEDN) is a national public administrative body under the supervision of the Prime Minister and, more specifically, of the Secrétariat général à la défense et à la sécurité nationale (SGDSN).
The Institut des hautes études de défense nationale (IHEDN) prepares leaders from all spheres of activity to assume the highest responsibilities by developing their understanding of national defence and security issues, their knowledge of related public policies, their perception of the interplay of players involved in their implementation, and their aptitude for strategic thinking. The training provided as part of the national session is designed to enable all students to grasp from the outset the cross-sectoral, interdisciplinary, interministerial, European and international dimensions of defence and security issues through a common foundation and in-depth study of 5 major areas (Armament and the Defence Economy, Economic Defence and Security, Maritime Issues and Strategies, Defence Policy, Digital Sovereignty and Cybersecurity).
The IHEDN, working to build and disseminate a common defence culture, helps to forge lasting links between senior public and private, civilian and military officials.
Job description
Main activities
The intern will contribute to the various activities of the DER.
- Conduct monthly monitoring of publications relating to defence and security issues; ;
- Contribute to the organisation of various events led by the department (conferences, award ceremonies, etc.);
- Support the production and dissemination of factual and analytical documents (news briefs, analysis notes, etc.) on defence and security issues;
- Respond to any other ad hoc needs of the department.
Expected skills
Know-how
- Organisation and method ;
- Initiative and ability to summarise;
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team;
- Intellectual curiosity.
Know-how
- Collecting, processing and distributing information;
- Demonstrate good writing skills;
- Carry out rigorous documentary research.
Knowledge
- Knowledge of institutions concerned with defence and security issues;
- Fluency in English ;
- Proficiency in Pack Office.
Profile required
Master 2 in human and social sciences, IEP, Grande école.
Through its recruitment policy, IHEDN promotes professional equality between women and men.
All our positions and internships are accessible to people with disabilities.
