Government and Regulatory Affairs Internship program@IBM

IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. To lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesGRA is a global function belonging to an international IBM unit locally operating in strong connection with several function (business development, legal, public sector, Communication).The selected candidate will work in direct collaboration with the GRA Director who will provide the candidate with guidance during the projectsDuring the project, the candidate will be required to support the GRA mainly in the following activities:Parliamentary Monitoring: reading and summary of the most relevant political documents (bills, report, plans);Position Paper: (based on specific guidelines) collection of input, data/documents, drafting and updatingMeetings: preparation of materials (speech notes, briefing memos, presentations,...) to support meetings with institutions.External activities: attendance to selected conference/workshop/one to one meetings and reporting.Required Professional and Technical Expertise• Political Science/International Affairs degree• fluent English• a strong interest in, and enthusiasm for, politics, policy issues and current affairsPreferred Professional and Technical Expertise• excellent research and communication (written and oral) skills• the ability to assimilate, analyse and summarise written material quickly• interpersonal skills• teamworking skills• excellent listening skills, as well as the ability to take an impartial view• IT skills, as many information sources such as Hansard are online. (Micorsoft office)About Business UnitFueled by cognitive technologies, more than 150 SaaS offerings, and real-time insights, the Global Markets team delivers embedded expertise to help our clients make better decisions and deliver innovation as they engage with their customers, partners and suppliers. Join us to continue to drive innovation with the most comprehensive portfolio for enterprises across industries.Your Life @ IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world. What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementRomaBeing You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.