26.04.2026
The Human Resources Office at the U.S. Embassy in Sofia is seeking a motivated student intern to support the office's day-to-day activities. This position is ideal for university students with enthusiasm, initiative, and a strong interest in human resources management, employee relations, and administrative support.
The Role & Key Responsibilities
The primary purpose of the intern is to provide administrative assistance to the HR team across various functions and operations:
- Administrative Support: Providing general support to the HR team, assisting with correspondence, and organizing documents.
- Recruitment Assistance: Supporting recruitment activities, including scheduling interviews and escorting candidates.
- Materials Preparation: Preparing presentations and various administrative materials.
- Research: Researching and analyzing employment trends within Bulgaria.
Qualification Requirements
- Education: Must be a student at a higher education institution, advanced in studies toward a degree in majors such as Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, International Relations, or related fields.
- Languages: Good working knowledge (speaking, reading, and writing) in both Bulgarian and English is required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint) and the internet environment. Skills in programming or cloud computing are considered an advantage.
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication and writing skills, ability to work individually and in a team, and strong customer service orientation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Bulgarian citizen or permanent legal resident of Bulgaria.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate.
- Applicants must be in good academic standing and currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution (and must remain a continuing student after the internship).
- Ability to commit to a flexible work schedule of at least 20 hours per week.
- The successful candidate must receive security certification after selection but before the formal internship offer.
What is Offered
- Duration: Approximately six months.
- Recognition: Upon successful completion, the intern may be provided with a certificate and a reference letter.
- Environment: A professional, international work environment within the U.S. Department of State.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) in English, along with letters of recommendation if available. Applicants should specifically address each selection criterion mentioned above in their application materials.
Applications must be sent by the end of the day on May 13, 2026, to: Sofia_Applications@state.gov
For more information and to view the official announcement, click here
Please note that the HR Office will contact only short-listed candidates.
