What type of job are you looking for?
I am looking for a summer job in Israel. Since I am attending a interdisciplinary Master program International Relations and Environmental Technology, I would like to work in some politica, social and/or environmental NGO or international organization. I would be very interested to help to develop some new projects, but I am open to everything.
What nationality are you?
I am bi-national: Italian and Austrian and I have lived in both countries, but still feel a little bit more Italian.
What languages do you speak (and at what level)?
German and Italian: mother tongues
English: very good and fluent - my current Master is fully taught in English!!)
French: fluent - I am at C! level, which is the European standard for advanced level
Portuguese: beginner level, but I do understand everything written
What country or area are you looking to work in and why?
I would like to work in Israel, Jerusalem would be the best, since I have got a friend there. Furthermore, I am very interested in Israel, since it is a very discussed and controverse country. I would like to knwo more of this country living there and learning from its cultural and political life.
What countries have you worked in?
Italy, Austria, Brazil, UK
What countries do you have a visa to work in?
all the EU countries
What field do you currently work in?
Studying at a Master of International Relations and Environmental Technology. Working as a waitress.
What fields have you worked in before?
Tourism, NGO, Volunteering
What qualifications do you hold?
BA in International Relations
Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why?
I think that both are very important!! Formal education gives you a basis but then it is up to you to develop your personal skills through experiences.
Describe the benefits of working with others
exchange ideas, cooperate and coordinate to find better solutions, get closer to others
Describe the benefits of working alone
independent time-schedule and decision-making
What was your worst working experience?
working in a pastery shop in summer where everybody was absolutesly and only stressed. the inter-personal relation among people was horrible and going to work was always a trauma. couldn't really rely on the help of anyone!
What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career?
harmony is everythink in a work environment!
What unique skills do you have?
flexible, multicultural, open-minded, very interested in new experiences and to learn new things, multi-lingual, good organizational skills, like to work with others and/or alone
What would you consider as your 'dream job'?
cooperating in an NGO and having contacts with many different countries and cultures. therefore it would be interesting to work in the public relations, but my dream would be to work in development organization on social environmental projects coped with environmental issues in order to enhance the living standard of others together with a sustainable development of the environment!!