Compulsory 6 months Internship contract | Belval | Starting in March 2026
Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.
Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/
How will you contribute?
As a Recruitment Intern, you will support the Talent Acquisition team in the daily coordination of recruitment activities while gaining a hands-on understanding of how hiring works in practice. This internship is designed to give you solid foundations in recruitment operations, combined with exposure to interviews, assessment tools, and stakeholder interactions.
You will be mainly involved in:
Supporting the organization and coordination of recruitment activities, ensuring processes run smoothly and consistently.
Reviewing and publishing job advertisements across multiple job boards and internal platforms.
Contributing to the creation of LinkedIn job posts, including:
Selecting, along with the Recruitment Team, appealing and relevant visuals in collaboration with our Marketing team.
Reviewing content to ensure clear, professional English
Updating job information in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS
Supporting the initial screening of applications and contributing to candidate short listing under supervision.
Assisting with interview planning and scheduling, working closely with hiring managers and candidates using Outlook and MS Teams.
Supporting candidate communication throughout the recruitment process
Supporting on-site interview days and contributing to a positive and professional candidate experience.
Participating in team meetings and contributing to team coordination activities.
Register invoices and follow-up of recruitment/temp agencies fees
In addition to these responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to learn recruitment from the inside, including:
Shadowing interviews if you wish, to understand how candidates are assessed in real-life situations
Discovering how an ATS is used throughout the full recruitment lifecycle
Is your profile described below? Are you our future trainee? Apply now!
Education
Being enrolled to complete a master's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or another relevant field
Strong interest in recruitment, HR, or people-related roles
Experience and skills
Hard skills
Comfortable working with the Microsoft Suite, especially Outlook
Strong written communication skills in English and French
Ability to work accurately with structured systems and administrative tools
Interest in social media content creation (LinkedIn in particular) is an asset
Soft skills
Have high level of confidentiality and integrity
Detail-oriented and reliable, precision matters in recruitment
Organised and methodical, able to manage several small tasks in parallel
Proactive and resourceful: you try to understand things by yourself and are not afraid to ask questions
Confident and professional in interactions with hiring managers and external candidates
Diplomatic, discreet, and respectful of confidentiality
Curious, motivated, and eager to learn
We are looking for someone enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn, who understands that recruitment combines human interaction with strong organisational foundations. This internship is ideal for someone who wants to build practical HR skills, gain confidence in a professional environment, and understand how recruitment decisions are made in real life.
Language skills
Fluency in English (and French), both oral and written. Other relevant languages are an asset.
Your LIST benefits
An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square meters, including innovations in all that we do
An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfill their personal and professional ambitions
Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
32 days paid annual leave, 11 public holidays
Apply online
Your application must include:
A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
Application procedure and conditions
We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.
LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.
Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.