It is a full-time internship lasting two to three months in various fields including technology, communication, social sciences, and others, to eligible, committed, and enthusiastic students.
Public administration is the bedrock of government, where decisions that affect citizens are made. You can choose to leave. You can also choose to stay and transform the way this is done.
From one crisis to another, Lebanon finds itself today at a crossroad. The country is struggling, whereas historically, it had one of the most prestigious public service in the Arab region. Many Lebanese public administrations were hubs of excellence and an inspiration to other countries: The rocket “ARZ”, the scientific research council, the “Inach”, the cadastre, the port of Beirut which inspired leaders such as Lee Kuan Yew to build Singapore’s port.
Let’s revive this tradition! Let’s re-capture the State: our State.
ENGAGE
Engage with a team of believers, former students like you who took the challenge, and with the “champions” from within, the public servants who are struggling to curb corrupt practices, enhance the performance of the Lebanese public sector and provide better services to taxpayers.
BOOST
Boost public institutions with your innovative solutions, analytical thinking and expertise. Challenge the status quo in support of a more accountable, transparent and responsible political and economic governance in Lebanon.
TRANSFORM
Transform the Lebanese public sector by leaving a footprint. Contribute to ongoing projects aimed at digitizing services, improving citizens’ lives, producing relevant public policies, public communication, transparency and accountability.
ABOUT
WHAT IS THIS PROJECT ABOUT?
WHO’S BEHIND THE INITIATIVE?
The Y4G program is hosted by Siren Associates and Siren Analytics, actively involved in public sector reform. The initiative is conducted in partnership with USJ and the Central Inspection.
WHAT WILL YOU GAIN?
4 ECTS Credits
A per diem
A certificate of accomplishment
A set of new knowledge, skills and attitudes
Knowledge
- A more thorough understanding of contemporary issues related to public governance and citizen centered approaches.
- Ability to analyze main risks and structural challenges to public governance in Lebanon.
- Ability to comprehend and use relevant indicators and data sources that measure the current state of governance and use international comparisons and benchmarks.
- Situate public governance issues in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in particular SDG 16 (peace, justice and effective institutions) as a catalyst objective.
SKILLS
- Share information, collaborate, maintain networks.
- Deal with rapid and multiple changes, identify your room for maneuver and act accordingly.
- Ability to mobilize around a project, engage dynamically in a team, manage the unforeseen and emergencies, and move forward despite the complexity and uncertainty.
Attitude
- Open up to new perceptions and reasoning other than your own.
- Develop interest in public affairs and espouse the values of “public service”.
- Become an engaged citizen, committed to state reform, capable of constructively questioning the status quo and making a contribution to better public governance.
WHO CAN APPLY?
– Undergraduates who have completed their second year.
– Graduate students pursuing advanced degrees.
– Both interested in analytics and data-driven decisions, with a desire to drive positive transformation within the public sector.
WHEN CAN I APPLY
AND WHEN’S THE DEADLINE?
AND WHEN’S THE DEADLINE?
Applications for the summer 2025 cohort (June-August) are open until 30 April 2025.
I applied; how will I know if I’m selected?
Applications will be evaluated by a selection committee. You will be contacted by email or phone call to attend an interview with the selection committee.
I GOT SELECTED WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?
Joining Y4G program means stepping into a dynamic team of driven individuals committed to transforming Lebanon’s public sector. You’ll work alongside skilled leaders on impactful projects that shape public governance.
But that’s not all—interns dive into hands-on field research, gaining robust skills in both quantitative and qualitative methods. This unique experience will give you a deep, practical understanding of the challenges and solutions in public administration.
WHEN DO I START?
Stay tuned for the upcoming edition details.
I APPLIED; BUT I DIDN’T GET SELECTED
No worries! You can apply again next year.
