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Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the practical realities of public service and international relations?
Are you curious about the dynamic work of civil society and learn how to actually make a real social impact in a community?
Then this programme may be for you!
Apply today to future-proof your career.
Our 5-month mentorship programme is designed to prepare young adults for impactful careers in civil society, public administration, and diplomacy.
In partnership with:
Choose between two specialised tracks in our mentorship programme: (1) Civil Society & Public Administration or (2) Diplomacy and International Affairs.
Receive 3+3 mentoring hours from two experts in the field to gain tailored career guidance, motivation, and potential access to a broader professional network.
Develop hard and soft skills in areas not typically covered at university, such as networking skills, presentation skills, and career planning.
Get practical exposure through study visits at local municipalities, established NGOs, embassies, international organisations, including the UN and the EU.
We create an intimate and focused learning experience. This way, we dedicate more attention to each participant, and foster deep connections among participants, trainers, and mentors.
Develop meaningful connections with professionals in civil society or the world of diplomacy, and form lifelong friendships with fellow participants in the programme.
Note: The final detailed schedule will be shared when the programme is officially launched.
Our programme includes 28 contact hours of training and workshops, covering the following topics:
After the orientation session, we set the stage for all participants to have a meaningful experience of the programme by covering the following workshop topics:
All participants would develop the following soft skills:
Depending on the chosen track of a participant, the following additional topics would also be covered during our 5-month programme:
Track 1: Civil Society & Public Administration
Track 2: Diplomacy & International Affairs
Good news: There will also be an “Open Session” in the programme to accommodate any other topic of interest for the cohort that was not previously included in the original programme.
To support the career planning for all participants, and help bring everything learnt from this programme together, we will also cover:
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Are you interested to know more about our mentorship programmes?
Then register your interest and we will contact you when we launch our next cohort!
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Note: This 5-month mentorship programme will have a participation fee. The final amount will be communicated when the programme launches.
Our FAQs below cover the following topic areas:
General Application Process
Yes, the programme is designed for individuals at various stages of their public service journey, including students and those with little or no prior experience. Participants range from bachelor to PhD students, as well as early career professionals.
Yes, the programme is open to both Hungarians and internationals. However, it is essential that participants speak English and can commit to the programme’s schedule and activities.
Programme Structure
The mentorship programme will be conducted in English throughout the entire period.
The structured programme lasts approximately 6 months. This way, we provide participants with a comprehensive learning experience.
The programme includes 1-on-1 mentorship sessions with two different mentors (4 + 4 hours), allowing participants to connect with experienced people who are further down the line in one’s career path.
The programme also integrates soft skill workshops to cover essential aspects of personal development, such as self-awareness, goal setting, networking skills, presentation skills, leadership skills, and more. There are several study visits, as well as community building opportunities, spread throughout the programme.
The frequency and format of mentorship sessions are designed to accommodate the busy schedules of both mentors and mentees, fostering meaningful and flexible engagements.
Our opening and closing session, as well as all the workshops, will take place at the Hungarian Innovation Hub, which is located in the Infopark (Building i), in Budapest.
Mentorship sessions will mainly be conducted offline, except if the mentor is located outside the country or if online is preferred between the parties, reasons aside.
Study visits will take place at the respective host institutions premises.
Yes, participation in the day trip is mandatory. These outings provide invaluable insights into the practical and day-to-day functioning of the given institution. We believe it is a crucial part of the overall learning experience, and at the end of each study visit, there is always room for a Q&A session with management.
Mentor Engagement Process
Mostly yes, but not always, given the time limitation that each mentor can contribute to our mentorship programme. Generally, participants can significantly influence who they get paired with, based on their specific needs and personal preferences.
As organisers of the programme, we try our best to carefully match participants with experienced mentors, based on their career goals, interests, and background, ensuring a meaningful and personalised mentoring experience.
During our programme launch, we immediately introduce the mentors, and we create the conditions for a basic chemistry check early on. Afterwards, each participant is able to select the three mentors that they would like to collaborate with, and in the end, they engage with two mentors.
Final Evaluation Process
Yes, participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a Certificate of Completion, recognising their dedication and achievements during the mentorship programme.
Participants are required to deliver a final presentation at the end of the programme, capturing their career roadmap, reflections on the programme, and key learnings from their mentor engagements.
Our evaluation takes into account feedback from mentors, attendance to study visits, and general participation in workshops and activities. The goal is to ensure a holistic assessment of each participant’s growth.
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This track equips aspiring public servants and NGO leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary for impactful community work. Participants will attend workshops on introduction to nonprofit management and civic engagement, effective altruism, social innovation, design thinking, community engagement, and fundraising. Additionally, visits to local NGOs and municipalities will provide practical insights into the functioning and challenges of civic organizations. This track aims to foster effective leadership and innovative thinking in addressing social issues.
(Aspiring) public servants – Students and young professionals who work, or aspire to work, in government departments or local municipalities in their country, and who seek to enhance their skills, network, effectiveness in public administration and ability to improve their communities.
(Aspiring) non-profit founders – Passionate individuals interested in creating and leading non-profit organisations focused on addressing social and environmental issues.
Young changemakers and community organisers – Young leaders dedicated to mobilising communities and fostering grassroots movements to drive social change. This includes environmental advocates committed to promoting sustainable practices and policies to combat environmental issues.
[1] Find your track. [2] Join our online info session. [3] Apply!
This track provides aspiring diplomats and those interested in international public servants with in-depth knowledge and practical skills essential for a successful career in international relations. Participants will engage in workshops on diplomatic protocol, cultural diplomacy, and science diplomacy, alongside visits to embassies and relevant international organisations. These activities offer hands-on experience and insights into diplomatic practices and international development, helping participants develop the necessary skills and network to excel within international organisations.
Aspiring diplomats – International relations enthusiasts interested in careers in diplomacy, international development, and global cooperation.
International public servants – Students and young professionals interested in pursuing a career at an international organisation like the United Nations, UNESCO, UNHCR, or UNICEF, for example, without necessarily wanting to be a diplomat (i.e. remaining independent of any single nation’s government). Interests may include advancing global peace, international development, and human rights.
The following roles are currently available:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The following roles are currently available:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The following roles are currently available:
The role consists of:
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Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications required, however, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements:
The role consists of:
Location: This role can be done in Budapest (Hungary) or remotely, from anywhere in the world.
Qualifications: No formal qualifications are required. However, the candidate should have previous demonstrable experience.
Skills and requirements: