Hi!
How much do you think that work experience matters?
I have applied for the MIA, and I actually think I am a competitive candidate (GPA = 3.98, experience as a research assistant, international conferences, publications, 5 languages), but I fear my profile is too academic (although I have highlighted the reasons why I prefer the MIA programme rather than the IRPS).
Indeed, I have been a volunteer in some relevant social projects, but I have no experience with internships or things like that. Professional experience is really indispensable to have any chance of success?