Thinker Maker Space (Paid Internship Positions)

Internships           ·            Nicosia            ·          Full time 

General Information

CYENS Center of Excellence (formerly known as RISE) is pleased to announce that the Thinker Maker Space is now accepting internship applications for one paid internship position for Creative Industry Admin.

Thinker Maker Space of CYENS is a multifunctional creative space for Rapid Prototyping, Digital Fabrication, Electronics, Machining workstations and Mix-R Equipment, that provides cutting–edge equipment and hands-on expertise to assist creative and cultural industries, encourage technology led innovation, support entrepreneurship and to inspire skill-based creativity.

Details Of The Program

There is one (1) paid Internship slot for full-time engagement. Applicants must be available from July 15th for a period of 3 months. Intern(s) will be expected to give an open presentation of their work before the end of their time with CYENS.

How To Apply

Applicants should submit  via email to internships@cyens.org.cy, using  the  subject line “Application: Thinker Maker Space Internship”, the following items:

• A short statement of interest (max. 300 words) describing any relevant experience
• A Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts of coursework     
• Contact information
• Availability dates

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be able to work in CYENS’ premises in Nicosia and must be either:

• Undergraduate students (BA, BSc);
• Post-Graduate students (MA, MSc and PhD);
• Early career individuals (who have graduated from university within the two years) or any other individuals with relevant background;
• Good knowledge of Greek and English;
• Pleasant personality;
• For non-EU applicants an entry visa and/or work permit may be required.

Required Skills

Skills 

• PC and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and research skills.
• Demonstrate good understanding of a makerspace operation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Language requirements: Excellent written and oral English-language skills will be required.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Consistent with deadlines.
• Understanding of social media and web analytics will be considered an advantage.
• Good knowledge of adobe creative suite (illustrator, photoshop, premiere) and video editing will be considered an advantage.

Objectives

 Creative Industry Admin (Paid Internship)

The successful candidate will be assisting the Thinker Makers Space team to the day-to-day operations such as:

• Handling admin tasks related to the TMS and Work in Progress Arts & Technology Festival (WIP2023)
• Review and process expenses on a report-based format
• Manage bookings and lending requests on TMS portal (beta)
• Updating the Reporting excel sheets
• Communication activities (news items, press releases, social media)
• Events proceedings
• Screen appropriately and professionally telephone calls, enquiries and requests, as well as manage incoming and outgoing communication when needed
• May aid in content creation for utilizing various forms of art (videography, photography, motion graphics) related to TMS activities
• Ensure that TMS premises are in lean condition

Application deadline 10th July 2023.

For any inquiries, please contact internships@cyens.org.cy.