Main purpose of job:

Our mission at the British Embassy in Lima is to strengthen the historic and multifaceted relationship between the United Kingdom and Peru. We promote mutual prosperity, address global challenges, and support British nationals in Peru. As part of our team, you’ll be contributing to strategic planning, fostering effective communication, and supporting high-profile events.

Are you ready to embark on a unique professional journey in one of the most dynamic and prestigious workplaces in Lima? The British Embassy in Lima is seeking a highly motivated Intern to support its day-to-day operations. This is a fascinating role and provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience working for a major diplomatic mission in Peru. You will gain hands-on experience in embassy activities, develop professional and diplomatic skills, and contribute to the Mission’s objectives.  You must be enrolled in an undergraduate programme or recently graduated (e.g. International Relations, Economics, Administration, International Business, or relevant field)

In this role you will provide support to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). Trade and investment are at the very heart of British government policy. The UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) helps British businesses to export, supports inward and outward investment, and champions free trade. Peru is an important business partner for the UK, and there is great potential to grow our trade and investment relationship. 

With the support of your line manager, you will be expected to carry out tasks including:  

Diplomatic Engagement and Logistics Support (55%) 

• Provide administrative and logistical support to official visits, scoping trips, working meetings, launches and capacity building activities (like workshops, training sessions, and best-practice dissemination).
• Support the delivery of the embassy’s engagement objectives; arrange high-level meetings or events when required and contribute to briefing as needed.
• Contribute with projects’ monitoring and reporting under the guidance of thematic leads, especially through engagement with implementers, support in the preparation of meetings and review of deliverables.
• Support to maintain open lines of communication with key stakeholders in the Peruvian government, international donors, multilaterals, civil society, and businesses.

Team Support (35%)

• Provide wider support to other members of the team as required.
• Conduct background research on political, economic, or cultural topics.
• Translation of documents.
• Participate in Post crisis activities and any other ad-hoc embassy activities. 
• Actively engage in corporate initiatives that foster a culture of fairness, inclusion, and continuous improvement, contributing to a more supportive and equitable workplace at the Embassy.

Learning and Development (10%)

• Attend learning and development events.
• Identify skills and development opportunities for professional growth. 
• Actively participate in performance appraisal process and take responsibility from timely feedback.

Essential on arrival: 

• Good organisational skills are crucial, with strong attention to detail. Successful candidates will be required to support the organisation of strategic meetings.
• Interest in nourishing interpersonal communication skills, including collaborating and partnering with others, and understanding other actor’s perspectives with empathy and patience.
• We look forward for applicants with a desire to learn. We expect applicants to share their skills with the team and be confident in expressing their ideas.
• Language: proficient/confident in English & Spanish. You will contribute to meetings, facilitate meetings and produce written communication in a good standard of English.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• You must be enrolled in an undergraduate programme or recently graduated (e.g. International Relations, Economics, Administration, International Business, or relevant field)