Läkare Utan Gränser (MSF Sweden) is looking for an Association Intern for the spring semester of 2026. The internship is full-time, lasting six months, running from mid-January to mid-June 2026 (unpaid). The position is based at our Stockholm office, with the flexibility to partly work remotely.  

WHO ARE WE?
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion, and natural disasters. MSF offers assistance based solely on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation.

Through its associations, MSF brings together current and former employees and volunteers who have the right and responsibility to voice their opinions and contribute to defining and guiding MSF's social mission. The associations foster participation through formal and informal debates and activities — at project, national, regional, and international levels.

POSITION BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTION
MSF Sweden Association has approximately 400 members and is comprised of current and former International Mobile staff, as well as office staff and office volunteers. MSF Sweden is governed by a Board of Directors.  

As an Association Intern, your main responsibility will be to support the logistical and administrative aspects of preparing and executing our key annual event, the General Assembly, which will take place in Oslo in May 2026. You will work closely with the Association Coordinator to coordinate association members' attendance at this two-day event.

In addition, you will support the Association Coordinator with other associative activities throughout the semester, including events, member communication, website management, and membership database administration.

This role requires strong organisational and multitasking skills, a proactive attitude, and attention to detail.

MAIN TASKS AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN   

• Provide administrative support before, during, and after the General Assembly in May 2026.

• Assist in organising associative events.

• Support the implementation of member surveys.

• Help manage and update the internal member website and other databases.

• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the Association Coordinator.

REQUIREMENTS   

• Currently enrolled in a university program, studying global studies, communications, event planning or a related field (at bachelor's or master's level) and have internship period during the spring OR have internship via Arbetsförmedlingen

• Experience volunteering for non-profit organisations or familiarity with association work.

• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

• Knowledge of and interested in humanitarian work.

• Proficiency in Excel, including the use of formulas.

• Curious, motivated, and eager to apply your knowledge in practice while learning new things.

• It is an advantage if you have experience with event planning or basic website management.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
As an Association Intern, you will gain valuable experience from a leading humanitarian medical organisation and deepen your understanding of associative work, governance, and member engagement. You will also develop practical skills in planning and coordinating mid- to large-scale events.

You will receive an SL monthly travel card to facilitate commuting to the Stockholm office if you are here minimum 3 times per week.

If this sounds interesting, apply no later than 9th November 2025.

For questions please contact: Karin.blanck@stockholm.msf.org