Médecins Sans Frontières Operational Centre Geneva (MSF OCG) is looking for a Supply Chain intern for a full-time internship of 6 to 9 months in Geneva, Switzerland, starting in February 2027. The gross monthly remuneration is CHF 2,000, and a tripartite internship agreement is mandatory. Applications close on 29 November 2026, and MSF may close the vacancy earlier if it receives enough quality applications. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full vacancy and set out every duty, requirement and condition below.
Internship at a Glance
💼 Position: Supply Chain intern
🏢 Organisation: Médecins Sans Frontières Operational Centre Geneva (MSF OCG), Supply Unit
📍 Location: Geneva, Switzerland
📝 Contract: internship under a mandatory tripartite internship agreement
⏳ Duration: 6 to 9 months, according to the internship agreement
⏰ Hours: full time, 40 hours per week
🗓️ Start date: February 2027
💶 Remuneration: CHF 2,000 gross per month
🗣️ Languages: French and English
About MSF and the Supply Unit
Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation, as set out in the MSF Charter. The MSF movement is built around 5 operational centers supported by 24 sections and offices worldwide. MSF Operational Center Geneva (MSF OCG) is one of these centres.
To meet operational, human resource and financial challenges, the OCG has set up a Supply Unit with a view to optimising the management flows (goods, information and financial) and supply processes (internal and external). The final aim is a sustainable and efficient MSF Supply Chain that meets the OCG strategy.
Who You Work With
The Supply Chain intern works in close relation with the Supply Chain referent Back Office and the Supply Chain program manager.
Tasks and Responsibilities
🛠️ Maintain, along with the Supply Referent Back Office, the existing reporting tools
📊 Participate in the development, test, pilot and deployment of the Supply automated reports (Business Intelligence system)
🗄️ Support the program manager in improving data management in line with the OCG supply strategy
📝 Help with the documentation of different data management projects
✅ Contribute actively to improving data quality
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Education
🎓 A degree in progress and specialisation in Supply Chain Management or Business Analytics (Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Information Management)
Languages
🗣️ French and English, with fluency in at least one of the two and C1 level in the other
Skills and Technical Competencies
💻 Experience in data modelling and reporting, and a strong affinity with IT, are a plus; R Studio is a plus
📈 Knowledge of a BI tool, Power BI preferably
Personal Abilities and Qualities
🔍 Attention to detail and a structured, independent working method
🧠 Good analytical and communication skills
🤝 Strong interpersonal skills and team spirit
🌱 Flexibility and open-mindedness
Who Can Apply: Enrolled University Students Only
A tripartite internship agreement is mandatory: the intern, the intern's own university and MSF all sign it. Only candidates who are enrolled at a university can apply. Graduates and candidates who are not enrolled at a school cannot apply, because they have no university to sign the agreement.
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Terms of the Internship
📑 A tripartite internship agreement is mandatory
⏳ 6 to 9 months, according to the internship agreement
⏰ Full time (40 hours per week)
📍 Based in Geneva, Switzerland
🗓️ Start date: February 2027
💶 Gross monthly remuneration: CHF 2,000
Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF
MSF OCG says it is committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of its staff. It understands that some people hesitate to apply if they do not meet all listed job requirements, and invites you to apply if you believe your profile is a good match even if you do not fulfil every listed qualification. It encourages applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, ability status and all other diversity characteristics. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, or any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates undergo reference checks.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted exclusively through the MSF recruitment platform. You need:
📄 A CV (maximum 2 pages)
✉️ A cover letter (maximum 1 page)
Documents must be submitted in either English or French. MSF reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier if it receives a sufficient number of quality applications. All applications are treated confidentially, and only shortlisted candidates are contacted. MSF does not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the MSF OCG Supply Chain internship?
It lasts 6 to 9 months, according to the internship agreement, full time at 40 hours per week, starting in February 2027.
How much does the internship pay?
The gross monthly remuneration is CHF 2,000.
Do I need to be a student to apply?
Yes. A tripartite internship agreement signed by you, your university and MSF is mandatory, so only candidates enrolled at a university can apply.
Which languages do I need?
French and English, with fluency in at least one of the two and C1 level in the other. Documents must be submitted in English or French.
Which studies fit the role?
A degree and specialisation in Supply Chain Management or Business Analytics, including Business Intelligence, Data Analytics and Information Management.
What will I work on?
You maintain existing reporting tools, help develop, test, pilot and deploy the automated Supply reports in the Business Intelligence system, support data management improvements, document data management projects and help improve data quality.
Deadline
⏳ 29 November 2026
Link
🔗 Apply (MSF OCG recruitment platform): https://msf.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/work-with-msf-ocg-hq-lhs/job/GENEVA/Supply-Chain-intern_JR116593
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