NCI Agency Internship Programme - Routing and Switching

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Job Number: 150219 - Belgium-Mons

Application Deadline: 09-Jul-2015, 11:59:00 PM

 

NCI Agency Internship Programme - Routing and Switching-150219

 

Primary Location Belgium-Mons

Organizational Element APPLICATION SERVICE DIRECTORATE

Schedule Full-time

Salary (Pay Basis) : 800.00Euro (EUR) Monthly

 

Description:

Are you interested in interning at an international organization that offers interesting and unique experiences? If you are, you should apply to the NCI Agency for a full-time internship.

The NCI Agency was formed in 2012 with the 24/7 mission of connecting the Alliance by, defending its networks, providing critical CIS capabilities to NATO, and the top priority of supporting NATO operations. We offer our interns hands-on experience in all areas of study including engineering, human resources, communications, and computer science.

As an intern, you’ll have the chance to learn from subject matter experts, and the opportunity to work on projects that are integral to the operation of the Alliance.

With this opportunity we are looking for an intern in Mons who is willing to step up to the challenge of working alongside the routing and switching engineering team delivering services to customers every day.

Internship description

As part of the routing and switching engineering team you will be required to work closely with the engineers as they design, operate, and maintain multiple NATO networks in the 28 NATO nations and beyond.

You will assist the engineering team with:

initial 1st level fault resolution and tracking of incidents and problems as they enter to the engineering team;

the configuration and preparation of the test and reference facility for testing scenarios in accordance with a plan;

logistic activities to include the testing, preparation, or inventory of network equipment.

 

Who are we looking for?

 

You will be currently studying towards a university-level degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications Technician, or other related field or be recent university graduate of one of those disciplines (degree obtained within the last 12 months).

 

You have obtained or desiring to obtain Network+, CCENT, ICND, or CCNA or higher certification.

 

You will have an entry level knowledge implementing and operating LAN and WAN technologies and ability to utilise web based applications and standard office automation products such as Microsoft Office, BMC ITSM.

 

Programming knowledge and/or experience in scripting languages such as PERL, EXPECT, Python, or TCL is an asset.

 

Competencies required:

 

To successfully work in the area of Routing and Switching within international environment, you will demonstrate the following competencies:

Relating and Networking - Easily establishes good relationships with customers and staff; relates well to people at all levels; builds wide and effective networks of contacts; uses humour appropriately to bring warmth to relationships with others.

Working with People - Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.

Planning and Organising - Sets clearly defined objectives; plans activities and projects well in advance and takes account of possible changing circumstances; identifies and organises resources needed to accomplish tasks; manages time effectively; monitors performance against deadlines and milestones.

Writing and Reporting - Writes convincingly; writes clearly, succinctly and correctly; avoids the unnecessary use of jargon or complicated language; writes in a well-structured and logical way; structures information to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience.

Applying Expertise and Technology - Applies specialist and detailed technical expertise; uses technology to achieve work objectives; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development; demonstrates an understanding of different organisational departments and functions.

Learning and Researching - Rapidly learns new tasks and commits information to memory quickly; demonstrates an immediate understanding of newly presented information; gathers comprehensive information to support decision making; encourages an organisational learning approach (i.e. learns from successes and failures and seeks staff and customer feedback).

Creating and Innovating - Produces new ideas, approaches, or insights; creates innovative products or designs; produces a range of solutions to problems.

Adhering to Principles and Values - Upholds ethics and values; demonstrates integrity; promotes and defends equal opportunities, builds diverse teams; encourages organisational and individual responsibility towards the community and the environment.

 

Language skills:

Most of the work of the NCI Agency is conducted in English therefore a thorough knowledge of English, both written and spoken, is essential.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: application is limited to nationals of NATO member nations.
Qualification: you must be currently studying towards a university-level degree or be recent university graduates (degree obtained within the last 12 months).
Language: you must be proficient in the use of the English language, both written and oral.

 

Compensation

 

You will be compensated at a fixed rate of €800 per month, based on 38 hours work per week. The Agency will also compensate travel expenses incurred upon taking up and returning to their home country upon completion of the internship (up to a maximum of €1000 in total).

 

Duration of Internship

 

In principle, internships will last between 3 to 10 months and may commence at any point during the calendar year.
 

Applications will close Thursday 09 July 2015. Please note that all interns must be security cleared prior to taking up their internship and for that reason we need some flexibility in the internship start date and end date. Thank you for your patience while we consider your application.