It is a full-time internship lasting two to three months for eligible, committed, and enthusiastic students across a range of fields, including technology, communication, social sciences, and related disciplines.
Public administration is the bedrock of government, where decisions that affect citizens are made. You can choose to leave. Or you can also choose to stay and transform how things are done.
From one crisis to another, Lebanon now stands at a crossroads. Yet historically, it built one of the most respected public administrations in the Arab world.
Lebanese public institutions were once centres of excellence and a model for others: the ARZ rocket programme, the National Council for Scientific Research, INACH, the cadastre, and the port of Beirut, which inspired leaders such as Lee Kuan Yew in the development of Singapore’s port.
Let’s revive this tradition! Let’s reclaim the State – our State.
ENGAGE
Engage with a team of believers, former students who once stood where you stand today, and champions from within the system; public servants striving to curb corrupt practices, improve the performance of the Lebanese public sector, and deliver better services to taxpayers.
BOOST
Boost public institutions with your innovative solutions, analytical thinking, and expertise. Challenge the status quo and help build more accountable, transparent and responsible political and economic governance in Lebanon.
TRANSFORM
Transform the Lebanese public sector through meaningful impact. Contribute to projects focused on digitising services, improving citizens’ lives, developing effective public policies, strengthening public communication, and reinforcing 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, both actively engaged in public sector reform. The initiative is in partnership with USJ and the Central Inspection.
WHAT WILL YOU GAIN?
4 ECTS credits
A per diem
A Certificate of Accomplishment
A new set of knowledge, skills, and perspectives
Knowledge
A deeper understanding of contemporary public governance issues and citizen centered approaches.
Skills to analyze key risks and structural challenges facing public governance in Lebanon.
Capacity to interpret and apply relevant indicators and data sources to assess the current state of governance, drawing on international comparisons and benchmarks.
Insight into how public governance relates to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).
SKILLS
Share information effectively, collaborate across teams, and maintain strong professional networks.
Adapt to rapid change, identify opportunities for action, and respond accordingly.
Mobilise around projects, engage dynamically in a team, manage unforeseen situations and emergencies, and perform effectively in complex and uncertain environments.
Attitude
Openness to perspectives and ways of thinking different from your own.
A stronger interest in public affairs and commitment to the values of public service.
The mindset of an engaged citizen committed to reform, ready to challenge the status quo and contribute to better public governance.
WHO CAN APPLY?
– Undergraduates who have completed at least their second year at university.
– Graduate students pursuing advanced degrees.
– Motivated candidates with an interest in analytics, data-driven decision making, and improving public sector performance.
WHEN CAN I APPLY
AND WHEN’S THE DEADLINE?
AND WHEN’S THE DEADLINE?
Applications for the summer 2026 cohort are open until 17 May 2026.
I applied; how will I know if I’m selected?
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email or phone to attend an interview with the committee.
SELECTED?HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT.
Joining the Y4G programme means becoming part of a mission-driven working to transforming Lebanon’s public sector. You’ll work alongside experienced leaders on meaningful projects that shape public governance.
But that’s not all – interns dive into hands-on field research, developing strong quantitative and qualitative skills. This unique opportunity provides practical insight into the challenges and solutions facing public administration.
I APPLIED; BUT I DIDN’T GET SELECTED
Competition is strong, so you can try again for the next cycle
