- You will have the opportunity to make use of your educational background and expertise in order to improve the business environment and attract investment projects.
- You will gain a wide variety of professional experience working with different institutions.
- You will have the opportunity to attend meetings with senior officials of the country.
- Expand your professional network.
- You and your peer participants will be able to implement meaningful social, national, social projects and initiatives.
Selection to YPP
Find out what it takes to become part of "Create Lithuania" and why it would be an extraordinary opportunity for you.
Why is it worth participating?
“For those seeking to boost their careers within Lithuania – this program is indispensable. Professional experience attained during Young Professionals Program stays with for many years after you’ve completed your project”
INFOBALT Managing Director, 'Create Lithuania' Alumnus
“The programme “Create Lithuania” allowed me not only excel in my professional field, but also provided me the opportunity to apply my marketing knowledge and put my ideas into practice. The feeling you get when your insights directly contribute to solving our country’s problems, is indescribable.“
Partner at Some Agency, 'Create Lithuania' Alumnus
“Create Lithuania” – does not limit what you can achieve. This programme provides an exceptional opportunity to quickly and effectively integrate yourself into important, impactful projects in a way that would probably never happen in your lifetime.”
Tautvydas Tamulevičius Deputy Mayor of Alytus, 'Create Lithuania' Alumnus
“The programme not only gives you lot of freedom to apply your knowledge, but also the responsibility to implement innovative ideas. This opportunity is not only important to our country, but also to each participant who receives valuable personal and professional experience.“
TransferGo brand and communications Manager, 'Create Lithuania' Alumnus
What does it entail to be a member of “Create Lithuania” ?
DURATION 12 MONTHS
2 ROTATIONS
50+ INSTITUTIONS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Apply, if:
- you are a citizen of the Republic of Lithuania;
- you have a degree;
- you have international work and/or study experience;
- You have a least 1 year work, internship or practice experience;
- you speak and write Lithuanian and also at least one other foreign language;
- actively participate in non-profit projects;
- you are interested not only in Lithuanian political and public life, and want to be a participant;
- you take initiative, area a good communicator, and a strong team player;
- you have good analytical and project management skills;
- you have a good foreign-based practice suggestions for Lithuania.
SELECTION FAQ
Is ‘Create Lithuania’ programme a full time job?
Yes. Participants in the programme are employed at “Invest Lithuania ” with a full time position. Working 12 months, participants receive a salary corresponding to their responsibilities and duties.
Is it sufficient to have a bachelor’s degree in order to apply for this programme?
Undergraduates and postgraduates are invited to participate in the programme.
From which areas of study are students are invited to participate?
Graduates from all areas of study are invited to participate.
Can students participate in ‘‘Create Lithuania’ selection process in 2017, who have not yet been issued a diploma?
You can participate by providing a statement from the university, which show the degree grades and final exam results. If there is no information yet on your recent exam results, they can be submitted at a later stage, but no later than the beginning of the program (scheduled for September 2017).
What languages are accepted for the recommendations ?
Recommendations can be submitted in Lithuanian or English. If you have any questions regarding recommendations in other languages, please contact the YPP “Create Lithuania’ organizers e-mail. Email : admin@kurklt.lt
What are the most important criteria for a successful application programme ?
In addition to having achieved good degree grades. We are looking for highly motivated, proactive, individuals who are not afraid of challenges and taking on new responsibilities. We are seeking professionals who tend to aim high and go one step further than everyone else. And most importantly, we seek those with a lot of enthusiasm to work on state-wide projects in Lithuania.
Who make up the selection committee?
Depending on the chosen topic, the committee is composed of “Invest Lithuania “, “Create Lithuania’ Advisory Board and representatives of the participating institutions specialists. The committee may also include “Create Lithuania” alumni who will share their personal experiences of participating in the program.
What is a selection process in 2017?
“Create Lithuania” selection of participants will take place in 3 stages (CV screening, interview and practical task), whether possible – Skype or live meeting. The results of each phase will inform you personally.
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