Internship 2026 - bsg(family Support Morale And Welfare)

Landcom Internship Programme 2026

Following Commander Allied Land Command guidance, an Internship Program to provide current students and most recent graduates with the opportunity to intern at LANDCOM is to be introduced. Interns will benefit from the program by gaining an understanding of an international organization, while adding to their Curriculum Vitae. The LANDCOM Internship Program (LIP) focuses on highly motivated candidates from a wide variety of disciplines including: political science, international relations, security studies, law, economics, engineering, logistics, human resources, financial administration, accounting/auditing, information technology, language service, journalism, and media communications. The LIP is part of Commander Allied Land Command larger campaign to elevate and improve LANDCOM visibility.

LIP will be available for the following periods:

• 6 months internship program as part of, or complementary to a university degree program.
• 6 months internship for, in principle, recent Bachelor graduated students who are interested in a specific project that can be of support for a Master graduation program.
• 6 months internship program for, in principle, recent Master or PhD graduated students (graduated less than 6 months ago) who are looking for work experience in an international organization as a first step to an international career.

The closing date to submit an application for internship is as follows: Applications for an internship shall reach LANDCOM no later than 01 October 2025. As a result of the selection process pending the completion of necessary formalities required to work at NATO (security clearance, visas etc.) you will be invited.

To qualify for an internship, the applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• All applicants for an internship must be a citizen of a NATO member nation.
• A certificate given by the University stating that an internship on their subjects of study is necessary for their professional development.
• Applicants must be proficient in the use of the English language.
• Applicants must have at least two years of successful university study or equivalent. The program is open to current students or recent graduates (degree obtained within the last 18 months).

Conditions of Internship

LANDCOM will provide interns with 37,564.04TRY net as a monthly lump sum to cover their stay, travel and subsistence. Selected interns are responsible for their accommodation and work permit arrangements. Travel tickets to and from Turkey to their residence where they came from will be reimbursed up to total amount of 1200EUR. Interns are required to have social insurance coverage including health care, and this must be documented during the in-processing and take care of formalities with the Turkish authorities regarding their stay in Turkey.

How to Apply

Allied Land Command uses NATO Talent Acquisition Platform. In order to apply for the internship, please visit the platform at https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en and search for vacancies within Land Command HQ. A copy of the candidate’s one page summary CV must be attached to the application. In addition, all interns have to submit a one-page essay giving details on their motivation for an internship at LANDCOM and on their expectations during the internship.

Details of the Internship - Family Support Morale and Welfare

Details of Project: The Family Support, Morale, and Welfare (FSMW) section is responsible for providing services and activities that meet the needs of the LANDCOM community within available resources. Its role includes supporting the mental and physical well-being of NATO personnel and their families under the HQ LANDCOM Base Support Group. FSMW also facilitates the provision of privileges and immunities, liaises with the Host Nation and NSE, and ensures the delivery of morale and welfare programs to assist staff and families in adapting to life and work in Turkiye.

Expected Deliverable(s):

• Assists the execution of administrative operations such as filing, record updating etc.
• Creates/distributes documents.
• Collects and arranges all types of budget related documentation, past financial records, publications, etc. for budget preparation.
• Supports the preparation of branch budget-related administrative files and documents.
• Tracks and maintains based on collection vouchers, bank accounts and receipts.
• Supports the preparation and execution phases of all hand activities such as International Day and Birthday Ball.
• Supports the preparation and execution phases of Morale and Welfare Council Meetings.
• Tracks and support the processes of regular and irregular stocktaking.
• Tracks booking requests from contingents regarding the facilities.

Type of Background/Education Required:

Applicant must have obtained at least a university degree in a related field such as business administration, public administration, finance, accountancy. Incumbent must have a reasonable level of English and MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint).