Filed under: Uncategorized
The Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service created the Certificate in International Development in the Fall 2006 to educate students for careers in the field of international development.
The Certificate in International Development is designed to help students think critically about development as an urgent global challenge and as a contested theoretical field. The School’s faculty — a community of scholars and practitioners — educate students to understand the many dimensions of global crises such as extreme poverty. While classroom teaching provides students with an understanding of the theoretical approaches to and outcomes of development, experiential learning opportunities in the developing world help them better understand the challenges of international development.
“Helping to promote human development is one of the most important functions for Universities in this new century… I’d argue it’s also our most important moral responsibility.”
- President John DeGioia, Georgetown University. (November 14, 2007)
Mailing list: Please feel free to join our email list by sending a request to idevcert@georgetown.edu
Filed under: Conflict Management, Fall 2009, Fundraising, Policy, Refugees, Spring 2010, Summer 2010, Technology/Communication, Washington DC
Deadline: Rolling.
Refugees International accepts a limited number of applicants for unpaid internships throughout the year. If you would like to apply, please forward your resume with a cover letter to jobs@refintl.org and indicate your interest in a general, peacekeeping, research, communications, development, and/or congressional internship. Please make sure to include your dates of availability.
- General Intern: The General intern assists the Office Manager and RI staff with both administrative tasks and special projects. General interns have the opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of the organization. Responsibilities may include answering and transferring phone calls; greeting guests to our office; assisting with special projects; attending local conferences and seminars on behalf of the advocacy staff; and compiling News Clips to update our staff on our focus countries.
- Peacekeeping Intern: The Peacekeeping intern provides support to the peace building component of RI and helps facilitate communication between Refugees International and the PEP (Partnership for Effective Peacekeeping) community. Responsibilities may include updating and maintaining the PEP website; sending out announcements of events; compiling weekly PEP news clips; monitoring security conditions in focus countries; and posting monthly reports to the PEP website.
- Research Intern: The Research intern works closely with our advocates, who complete approximately twenty to twenty-five field missions a year, and support staff. Responsibilities may include attending local government and NGO conferences; conducting research on focus countries; assisting in the creation and editing of research reports; and providing additional front office support.
- Communications Intern: The Communications intern works with the Communications Department to promote Refugees International through website development, media relations, and promotion of publications. Responsibilities may include copy editing and assisting with release of new materials, including field reports, in-depth reports, press releases and blog posts; updating the website; creating and maintaining media lists; and assisting with media and blog outreach.
- Development (Fundraising) Intern: The Development intern works with the Development Department to support fundraising activities in various capacities, ranging from prospect funding research to assisting the development team with a variety of administrative tasks and other fundraising projects as they arise. Responsibilities may include assisting with the creation of online fundraising methods; coordinating mailings; supporting event planning and execution; updating donor databases; and conducting research on potential funding sources and new fundraising techniques.
- Congressional Intern: The Congressional intern provides support to the Congressional Advocate, who serves as RI’s liaison to Congress and responds to new developments in humanitarian crises. Responsibilities may include attending congressional briefings and meetings; drafting advocacy letters; compiling news updates on focus countries; and following and analyzing proposed, introduced, and ongoing Congressional legislation.
Filed under: Africa, Environment, Health, International, Latin America, Microfinance, South Asia, Summer 2010, Women, Youth
Deadline: April 1, 2010.
*Spaces are filled on a rolling basis; the sooner you apply, the greater your chance of admittance
Are you passionate about global change, committed to learning by doing, and ready to engage in hands-on international development?
The Global Engagement Summer Institute at Northwestern University will equip you to:
- Work directly with grassroots NGOs and local communities in Uganda, India, Nicaragua, or Bolivia
- Earn two Northwestern course credits through a weeklong training institute in Chicago
- Leverage the strengths — rather than list the weaknesses — of the communities in which you live and work abroad
- Live with a host family and immerse yourself in another culture for eight weeks
- Work in teams to design and implement an original development project in environmental development, microfinance, youth and education, gender and development, global health, social enterprise, and more
Ready to take the next step? Visit www.mycge.org to learn more, or sign up here for the GESI mailing list.
The Atlantic Council promotes constructive U.S. leadership and engagement in international affairs based on the central role of the Atlantic community in meeting the international challenges of the 21st century.
The Atlantic Council is seeking a talented and motivated graduate student, or exceptional undergraduate student for the Transatlantic Relations Program Internship. The intern will provide research and administrative support to the assistant directors of the program. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and writing skills, as well as a strong academic background in European politics, European and transatlantic relations, economics, history, law, or security studies.
The internship begins immediately and is unpaid. Interns are expected to commit 40 hours per week of their time. To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, academic transcripts and a two to three page writing sample to Nicholas Siegel at nsiegel@acus.org.
Deadline: October 16, 2009.
One World Youth Project (OWYP) is a locally run and internationally focused non-profit that facilitates high quality partnerships between schools or youth groups worldwide for the purpose of cultural exchange and collaborative community service toward the achievement of the UN Millennium Development Goals. Through a unique curriculum that encourages collaborative learning, OWYP creates global communities while strengthening local communities. It is our belief that recognizing one’s existence in a global community of shared challenges at a young age promotes a future of cross-cultural collaboration. One World Youth Project is an initiative incubated within Georgetown University’s Office of the President.
Campus Coordinator
We are looking for a campus coordinator to serve as a liaison between One World Youth Project and the Georgetown Campus. Their responsibilities would involve recruiting educational mentors from the student body of Georgetown and facilitating training sessions run by OWYP staff.
A good candidate for our Campus Coordinator position will be interested in global issues like child mortality, AIDS, human rights, and gender equality. They will enjoy working with fellow students and with our small team of activists and social entrepreneurs based in Washington DC. They will be able to think creatively about involving University students in global issues and with DC middle and high schools.
A good candidate will have highly developed organizational skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and promptly with our team in DC. He or she will be able to manage a group of student “mentors” to be selected at the beginning of the second semester this year, and relate information between that group and our team in Dupont Circle. The candidate must be able to join One World Youth Project for both semesters of the 2009-2010 academic year.
Benefits to the selected intern:
- Opportunity to work side by side with young activists and social entrepreneurs in Washington DC
- Experience organizing a student group and communication with OWYP and Georgetown administrators in a professional capacity
- Access to a wealth of knowledge about the United Nations, the UN Millennium Development Goals, global youth activism, and education in Washington DC
- Opportunity to engage hands-on in international development work
- Opportunity to work hands-on in DC public schools with an exciting and fast-paced program
Interested applicants should send the following requirements:
1. Cover letter (indicate position being applied for)
2. Curriculum Vitae
Send email to Tieza Santos at tieza@oneworldyouthproject.org
Deadline: Rolling.
One World Youth Project (OWYP) is a locally run and internationally focused non-profit that facilitates high quality partnerships between schools or youth groups worldwide for the purpose of cultural exchange and collaborative community service toward the achievement of the UN Millennium Development Goals. Through a unique curriculum that encourages collaborative learning, OWYP creates global communities while strengthening local communities. It is our belief that recognizing one’s existence in a global community of shared challenges at a young age promotes a future of cross-cultural collaboration. One World Youth Project is an initiative incubated within Georgetown University’s Office of the President.
Creative Media Specialist Internship:
We are looking for a Creative Media Specialist Intern to assist in editing rough videos sent to us by our school pairs into short coherent pieces and uploading them to the internet for their sister groups to watch online. There may be, later in the year, some in-person coaching of DC middle and high school students regarding basic shooting techniques with Digital Flip Cameras.
A good candidate for our CMP position will be interested in global issues like Child Mortality, AIDS, Human Rights, and Gender Equality. They will enjoy working with high and middle school students on occasion. They will see cultural exchange as a means to end racism and hatred and media like video as a means to accomplishing cultural exchange.
A good candidate will have experience planning, shooting and editing videos (on PC or Mac) of any genre (a documentary focus will be considered a bonus) and a desire to explore new ways of thinking about audiovisual communication and improve his or her skills.
It is not required that the student have his or her own video equipment, as we can provide a space in our, albeit small, Dupont Circle office for training and editing. Georgetown resources may also be tapped. It IS necessary that the candidate commit a minimum of two 4-hour shifts during weeks that we have work (probably between four and five weeks out of the semester). Preference will be given to candidates that can join One World Youth Project for both semesters of the 2009-2010 academic year.
Benefits to the selected intern:
- Opportunity to work side by side with young activists and social entrepreneurs in Washington DC
- Opportunity to be trained by a professional documentary filmmaker and improve his or her technical abilities in the editing room
- Access to a wealth of knowledge about the United Nations, international development, the UN Millennium Development Goals, global youth activism, and education in Washington DC
Interested applicants should send the following requirements:
1. Cover letter (indicate position being applied for)
2. Curriculum Vitae
Send email to Tieza Santos at tieza@oneworldyouthproject.org
Filed under: Arlington VA, Electoral Systems, Environment, Fall 2009, Human Rights, Women, Youth
Deadline: October 15, 2009.
Winrock International is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to put ideas to work–empowering the disadvantaged, increasing economic opportunity and sustaining natural resources. Program emphasis includes education and children and youth leadership, gender equity and women’s empowerment, civil society strengthening, agricultural productivity, forestry and natural resource management, rural enterprise and employment, and renewable energy. Over 100 projects are underway in forty developing countries and the United States.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Intern will assist with the day-to-day operations of the ECE Group. Responsibilities will include assisting with New Business activities, conducting research on ECE related activities, drafting communications materials, and assisting ECE’s GVP in coordination of group activities and logistical support.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support new business. Specific tasks include:
- Assist the Proposal Lead in setting deadlines, coordinating tasks, facilitating adherence to the proposal schedule, coordinating and revising partner inputs, and supervising proposal production & delivery.
- Assist with budget development.
- Conduct research on donors.
- Write and compile capabilities, CVs, and other non-technical proposal components.
Support program-related activities. Specific tasks include:
- Identify ECE training tools and assist in development of ECE program manuals
- Conduct project-related and other research, as needed
- Gather best practices, success stories, and lessons learned
- Prepare communications materials on ECE activities
Provide administrative support for the ECE Group. Specific tasks include:
- Handle travel arrangements as needed
- Coordinate meetings, training, workshops as required
- Help prepare and disseminate ECE publications and other materials
Support other tasks as assigned by the Group VP.
QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in International Development, International Relations, Education or related field preferred with ongoing studies towards Master’s degree in relevant areas.
Experience: Knowledge of international development. Experience in living and working in a developing country is preferred. Communications experience is desirable.
Skills:
Excellent research and writing skills desired. Financial and budgetary skills are important. Proficiency in English is required and ability in a second language is desirable. Excellent analytical skills, including ability to understand concepts and issues and present them clearly, is important along with demonstrated strong organizational skills. Must be proficient in institutional supported software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), able to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks, and be a team player with good interpersonal skills.
APPLICATIONS:
Qualified candidates will have their applications reviewed and considered based in the order in which they are received. Applicants should go to www.winrock.org and submit a current resume, cover letter and reference contacts to the attention of HRM/ECE Intern by October 15, 2009. A complete position description is available on www.winrock.org.
Deadline: Rolling.
Description: The Shanti Bhavan Children’s Project was founded in 1997 with the mission of breaking the destructive cycle of poverty through high quality education. Shanti Bhavan is a modern, hygienic, co-ed residential school that focuses on early intervention and in-depth, progressive schooling from age 4-18. We serve the children of the poorest of the poor–the so called “untouchables” or dalits–those forgotten or ignored by the rest of society, who are destined to become rag-pickers, quarry laborers, or sex-workers, if not for the program’s intervention. All of our children come from families that make less than $1 a day, and often they come from one-parent households.
Volunteer Opportunities: Shanti Bhavan welcomes volunteers with relevant qualifications and/or experience to assist in carrying out the mission of the institution. Our academic year runs from June 2009 to April 2010 and we have a specific need for volunteers who can teach English/English Literature, Math and the Sciences for the older grades, as well as volunteers able to commit to a longer stay at Shanti Bhavan. Minimum duration for volunteer service is three weeks and maximum is one year, although that may be extended in certain cases. There are 10-12 volunteers from around the world at the school at any given time.
Duties include teaching academic and/or non-academic subjects to children ages 4 -17 and taking part in other school activities. Experts are also needed to offer teachers and staff professional development workshops. Volunteers have typically taught or assisted teachers in all of the usual academic subjects, as well as the arts,music, theater, and sports. They have also held remedial and study preparation classes and conducted tests, when required. Volunteers with special backgrounds in language and pronunciation, public speaking, SAT preparation, library research, etc. are also generally needed. Teacher training and professional development expertise are of value.
Salary / Pay: Meals (mostly vegetarian) and good living arrangements at the school (in very hygienic modern facilities) will be provided free of charge. Volunteers must provide for their own travel to India, but travel to and from Bangalore will be provided free of cost.
How to Apply: Volunteer applications are accepted year round. The minimum duration of a stay is 3 weeks and the maximum duration is 1 year (with some exceptions). To apply, send a resume and cover letter to shantibhavanchildren@gmail.com. There is an in-country volunteer coordinator, who organizes the transport, orientation, and other needs of the volunteers.
Contact: Ajit George
ajitgeorge74@gmail.com
shantibhavanchildren@gmail.com
Filed under: Aid & Assistance, Fall 2009, Human Rights, Policy, Washington DC, Women
Deadline: Rolling.
Women Thrive Worldwide (formerly Women’s Edge Coalition) develops, shapes, and advocates for U.S. policies that foster economic opportunity for women living in poverty around the world. We focus on making U.S. international assistance and trade programs prioritize women. Women Thrive Worldwide brings together a diverse coalition of over 50 organizations and 30,000 individuals united in the belief that women are the key to ending global poverty and that empowering them is not only right, but also the most effective long-term solution to world poverty.
Women Thrive Worldwide has researched and developed several initiatives including the GAINS for Women and Girls Act, the Trade Impact Review, the Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Act, the International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) and the Women, Faith and Development Alliance (WFDA).
Women Thrive Worldwide’s Policy and Government Affairs Department, which includes the Global Development and Global Trade programs, works to ensure that the benefits of U.S. international assistance reach both women and men in developing countries. We do this by raising awareness about women’s roles in development and in their economies among policymakers in Congress and in the Administration; with other members of the development community; and with the general public. Women Thrive Worldwide actively works to increase, monitor, and provide accountability on the U.S. Government’s investment in international assistance programs, especially programs that invest in women and girls, and particularly through indigenous women’s organizations abroad. Our goal is to ensure that U.S. international assistance creates opportunities for women so that their potential is fully tapped for reducing poverty and helping countries develop economically.
The Global Development Policy program seeks an enthusiastic intern for Fall 2009. Specific duties of the Global Development Policy intern include:
- Researching and drafting advocacy materials on gender, women’s poverty, and women’s empowerment in international development programming
- Organizing Women Thrive Worldwide’s members for meetings with Congress
- Organizing and attending coalition meetings for various initiatives
- Tracking current legislation
- Database management of coalition partners
- Helping with small administrative tasks, as needed
Current projects that interns may be involved in include:
- Foreign Aid Reform: Women Thrive Worldwide is working collaboratively with the NGO community and Congress to ensure efforts to modernize U.S. foreign assistance incorporate strategies to meet women’s needs and priorities. Activities will include research on relevant issues, attending external and internal meetings, drafting campaign materials, reaching out to Congressional offices and the new Administration, and coordinating with Thrive coalition partners.
- Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Act Campaign: Women Thrive Worldwide has launched a campaign to increase support for women’s economic opportunity around the world. Activities will include research on relevant issues, reaching out to Congressional offices and organizations to garner additional support for the campaign, and coordinating with organizational partners on increasing support for the initiative.
- Campaign to End Gender-Based Violence through U.S. Leadership: Women Thrive Worldwide, together with the Family Violence Prevention Fund and Amnesty International USA, and its coalition partners, has launched a campaign to significantly increase U.S. activities to eliminate gender-based violence as part of U.S. international assistance programs. Activities will include research on relevant issues, drafting campaign materials, helping to organize coalition meetings, reaching out to Congressional offices, and coordinating with coalition partners.
All of Women Thrive Worldwide’s internships require:
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Excellent research skills
- Strong interest in international development economics and/or political organizing for international women’s issues
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated work style with high level of attention to detail
- Interest and/or course work in international economics, development, and women’s issues
- Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and database management
- Experience with Congress is a plus
Time Commitment: Minimum 20 hours per week starting early/mid September through mid/late December
Women Thrive Worldwide has had much success with many interns. You will learn a lot and get a great reference. We invest a lot in our interns and you will have a high degree of responsibility and very high level of involvement in the organization. This internship is unpaid. However, Women Thrive Worldwide will reimburse reasonable daily transportation costs.
To apply, please send:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- 2-3 page writing sample
- Contact information for 3 professional/academic references (including name of reference, organization, nature of relationship, email and phone number)
TO: Lara Pukatch, Manager, Policy and Government Affairs, lpukatch@womenthrive.org or mail hard copy to:
Women Thrive Worldwide
Attn: Lara Pukatch
1825 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20009.
No phone calls/faxes please. Be sure to mention “Global Development Policy Internship” on the application. Please note: only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Filed under: Fall 2009, Health, Spring 2010, Washington DC, Women, Youth
Deadline: September 28, 2009.
Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization, operating in more than 60 developing countries. PSI creates demand for essential health products and services by using private sector marketing techniques and innovative communications campaigns to motivate positive changes in health behavior. On the supply side, PSI works with the commercial sector to increase the availability of these products and services at prices which are affordable to at-risk populations. With a bottom-line orientation that is rare among non-profits, PSI social markets products and services for family planning, maternal and child health, and the prevention of AIDS, malaria and other diseases. For more information, please visit: http://www.psi.org/.
PSI seeks applicants for the position of Intern for New Business. The Intern for New Business will assist the Program Assistant (PA) to manage PSI’s systems for identifying, tracking, and pursuing new business opportunities with government and private sector donors. He/she will assist in proposal and budget development. This position will be for 6 months or more and based in Washington, D.C. The intern must be available 5 days a week.
To apply please send a resume and cover letter to newbusiness@psi.org
The position requires the ability to work gracefully under pressure and support the New Business department’s efforts in collaboration with PSI managers and partner organizations. The ideal candidate will possess a professional demeanor, sound judgment, a commitment to international development and an interest in a long-term career at PSI.
Responsibilities:
- New Donor Prospecting: The intern will assist New Business staff in developing fundraising strategies and preparing background research on prospective donors.
- Opportunity Management: The New Business intern will assist the PA in tracking all funding opportunities for PSI and alert country staff to requests for proposals and all relevant deadlines.
- Proposal Development: The intern will assist New Business staff with proposal and report writing (technical and cost components), coordinate administrative components of proposals, and develop relevant charts, tables and graphics.
- General Administration: The New Business intern will assist with general administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (i.e. Public Health, International Relations);
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Excellent writing skills;
- Comfortable working in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint;
- Strong diplomacy and interpersonal communication skills;
- At least one year of administrative experience required; and
- French, German and/or Spanish language skills a plus.
Deadline: October 22, 2009.
CARANA Corporation, an international economic development consulting firm based in Arlington, Virginia, with an excellent reputation and known for providing innovative and leading-edge technical assistance, is seeking a well-organized, highly motivated intern candidate to assist the Africa project management team. The internship will provide the candidate exposure to innovative approaches to international economic development and an introduction to project management.
To apply, please email a detailed CV to jobs-projectspec5@carana.com and indicate “Africa Intern” in the subject line.
No phone calls please; CARANA is an EOE.
The selected applicant would be responsible for assisting the Assistant Project Manager and Economist for Africa in:
• Backstopping project field offices;
• Developing project reports and summaries for USAID and other donors;
• Mobilizing and demobilizing project personnel, including requesting donor approvals and coordinating all domestic and international travel arrangements and logistics;
• Preparing contracts and remitting payments for independent consultants and vendors;
• Recruiting personnel and consultants;
• Preparing and analyzing project budgets;
• Maintaining project files;
• Supporting proposal development for new projects; and
• Fulfilling miscellaneous research requests for field offices and project technical staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree desired, in disciplines related to international economic development
• Strong organizational skills, writing, research, quantitative and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
• Ability to work as part of a team, prioritize work and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Excellent command of English
• Fluency in French preferred
• Interest and/or experience in Africa highly desirable
• U.S. work authorization required
Filed under: Fall 2009, Microfinance, Technology/Communication, Washington DC
Deadline: October 31, 2009.
Job Summary:
The Fall Intern will assist the Center’s communications and publications team in marketing and outreach efforts for the Campaign for Client Protection, the Center’s web and social networking presence, and other Center outreach projects. Additional projects and experiences, designed to contribute to the Center for Financial Inclusion and further the interns’ knowledge of the international microenterprise field, may be assigned, time permitting.
Applications:
Please submit letter of interest and resume online at www.accion.org
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Work with the Publications team on website maintenance, editing, writing and publishing blog entries;
- Work on building the Center’s presence in social networking platforms such as Twitter;
- Support in the development of collateral materials for internal and external audiences;
- Coordinate events and meetings for the Center’s various initiatives;
- Provide administrative support to the Center as needed; and
- Help out with translation assistance as necessary.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- College Junior, Senior, recent graduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Communication, Marketing, or another related field.
- Strong computer skills, proficiency in Excel applications.
- Experience with CMS platforms.
- Experience using basic HTML.
- Comfort using and strong understanding of social networking platforms.
- Excellent communication (writing and speaking) skills important. Must be able to express thoughts and opinions clearly and concisely.
- Previous experience in microfinance a plus.
- Fluency in written and spoken Spanish a plus.
- Ability to interact in social situations and “think on their feet”.
- Ability to work as a team member as well as independently. Excellent multi-tasker with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Commitment to the Center for Financial Inclusion/ACCION values.
- Availability from September through December.
About The Center:
The Center for Financial Inclusion at ACCION is a new industry-building initiative pursuing the proposition that low-income people deserve high-quality financial services, and that these services can best be provided through commercial models incorporating social purpose. The Center (CFI) works on behalf of the microfinance industry as a whole, serving as a bridge to leverage private sector interest in microfinance, and seeking to bring the best minds and expertise to bear on industry problems. The Center works collaboratively with key players inside microfinance and from the private sector to tackle important challenges in the industry.
Deadline: ASAP.
The Atlantic Council promotes constructive U.S. leadership and engagement in international affairs based on the central role of the Atlantic community in meeting the international challenges of the 21st century.
Job Description:
Supporting the Global Business and Economics program at this fast-growing and dynamic policy think tank. Individual should be interested in transatlantic business and economic relations, including the cooperation of the U.S. and Europe in leading the global community on essential issues such as the global financial crisis, the future of globalization, the green economy, and food security in the developing world. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in working with data.
To apply, please submit cover letter and 1-page resume to James O’Connor at joconnor@acus.org
Filed under: Uncategorized
Deadline: ASAP.
On-campus position at Georgetown for 10-20 hours/week at $9.50/hour
Job Description:
Support the Director and the Program Manager, International Initiatives in performing general office administration as well as providing research support. Tasks include compiling and analyzing information, developing marketing materials, contracting for services, coordinating travel and meeting logistics for team and partners. While programs will be related to a range of countries, China and India will be of special interest. These include helping to coordinate the Georgetown University-China Scholarship Council Post-Doctoral Fellowship program.
Job Requirements:
Strong business writing skills and communication skills. The candidate must have a track record of innovative approaches to finding information. Experience working or studying in China or India are a plus. Language skill of Chinese, Hindi, or Spanish is also a plus. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of software for word processing, desktop publishing, mail merges, spreadsheets, basic databases and Power Point slides.
For more details, please contact Tuoya Wulan at tw79@georgetown.edu
Filed under: Asia, Electoral Systems, Fall 2009, Human Rights, Washington DC
Deadline: ASAP.
The National Democratic Institute NDI is seeking candidates currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs to work in Washington, DC as a paid, full-time intern for the fall semester to assist with the Institute’s current Asia programs.
Interns are encouraged to attend workshops, lectures and other staff development events at NDI. To apply, please click here. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Required Skills:
- Assist the Asia team in organizing and implementing democracy development programs;
- Research and gather materials for country-specific programs;
- Assist in the preparation and drafting of periodical reports;
- Assist in tracking program expenditures;
- Support the activities of assigned field offices;
- Collect and distribute foreign and domestic newspaper, magazine, and/or academic articles pertaining to Asian program affairs;
- Attend meetings and seminars on Asian affairs and prepare oral and written presentations to Asia team members;
- Provide administrative support on assigned country projects, including filing, faxing, copying, and mailings;
- Complete special projects as needed;
- Additional responsibilities based on demonstrated ability could include: proposal drafting and editing, program development, and donor relations.
Required Experience:
- Pursing a undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate; relevant degree programs might include, but are not limited to, political science, international relations, international development, and Asian studies; master’s degree preferred;
- Must be highly knowledgeable of and interested in Asia;
- Must be well-organized and skilled at prioritizing and managing multiple tasks;
- Must have excellent writing skills;
- Excellent financial management skills are highly desirable;
- Must be flexible, diligent, and team-oriented;
- Proficient in any Asian language, specifically Mandarin or Thai desirable but not required.
Filed under: Africa, Electoral Systems, Fall 2009, Human Rights, Washington DC
Deadline: ASAP.
Job Description:
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI) is seeking undergraduate or graduate candidates for internships with NDI’s Southern and East Africa (SEA) programs for Fall 2009. The intern will be responsible for conducting country- and program-specific research, attending meetings on Southern and East African Affairs, and providing administrative support for country programs. This internship is available immediately.
This is a paid internship. Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2009 intern cycle. There are several positions open. One is available immediately. Applicants must submit a cover letter listing your dates of availability to be considered for the position. Please click here to apply. Interns are encouraged to attend workshops, lectures and other staff development events at NDI. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Required Skills:
- Research and gather materials for country specific programs;
- Assist in the backstopping of field offices activities;
- Collect and distribute to the SEA team news updates;
- Attend meetings and seminars on Southern and East African affairs and prepare oral and written presentations to SEA team members;
- Assist in the preparation and drafting of periodical reports;
- Provide administrative support to assigned country programs, including filing, faxing, copying, mailing, and/or event preparation;
- Conduct special projects as needed.
Required Experience:
- Demonstrated interest in Southern and East Africa;
- Generally pursing a undergraduate or graduate program, or a recent graduate; relevant degree programs might include, but are not limited to, political science, international relations, international development, and African studies;
- Well-organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks;
- Excellent writing skills;
- Able to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work with a team;
- Portuguese/French/Swahili language skills useful, but not required.
Deadline: ASAP.
Summary: The Capital Markets Intern supports the Capital Management and Advisory Department to develop and manage a range of Grameen Foundation branded financial products in order to provide MFIs that focus on the poorest of the poor with resources to increase its outreach. S/he will assist with projects ranging from portfolio analysis to financial analysis and country report development, as well as general administrative support. The Capital Markets Intern will report to a member of the CMAC team and will be expected to work part time, with hours and schedule to be negotiated (schedule must fall during working hours from 9:00am-5:00pm M-F).
Essential Internship Position Functions:
. Assist with portfolio monitoring
. Prepare initial financial assessment based on the Microfinance Institution Financials and the CMAC financial model.
. Prepare research briefs regarding MFI regulation on different regions.
. Assist in the development of country reports as well as other reports required for the transaction taking in place.
. Provide general administrative support and other duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: This position requires attention to detail; strong written skills; ability to multitask and interest on development and microfinance institutions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is required, especially in Ms Excel. Spanish, French is a plus.
Education and Experience: BA degree with specialization in Economics or Finance or Accounting, and/or International Business (preferred but not required).
To apply, click here.
Deadline: Rolling
Please send cover letter and resume by email or fax to:
Jeffrey Mosser
Director of Human Resources and Administration
humanresources@freedomhouse.org
Fax: (202) 822-3893
Hours needed – 30-40 hrs/week. This position is not compensated.
About Freedom House
Freedom House, founded in 1941, is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that promotes an engaged U.S. foreign policy; evaluates human rights conditions; sponsors public education campaigns; facilitates training and other assistance to promote democracy and free market reforms; and provides support for the rule of law, free media and effective local governance.
Freedom House seeks an Intern for its Sub-Saharan Africa programs. Under the direction of the Africa Program Officers, the Africa Intern will support programs by providing basic research, administrative, and logistic support.
Responsibilities will include:
Research Support
• Assist in country background research needed for concept papers and proposals.
• Research civil society programs in selected countries.
• Attend events related to Africa and preparing reports, as needed.
Administrative and Logistic Support
• Organize and maintain electronic filing system for the Africa programs.
• Update the Africa contacts database.
• Provide administrative support (including answering phones, distributing office supplies, and running errands) as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Ideal candidates will possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
• Familiarity and interest in the region;
• Currently pursuing or recently completed undergraduate studies;
• Experience performing basic administrative tasks in an office environment preferred;
• French language ability and interest in international relations/exchanges desirable;
• Knowledge of general office management concepts;
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to utilize necessary office equipment and computers;
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; and Internet Explorer. Prior experience with Filemaker or other databases a plus.
Filed under: Asia, Conflict Management, Fall 2009, Fundraising, Health, Policy, South Asia, Washington DC
Deadline: November 1
The Henry L. Stimson Center seeks interns for a professional and educational experience in discovering the way in which non-profit organizations can contribute to the understanding of issues in international and homeland security. The Stimson Center offers unique internship opportunities based on the values of education, participation, and hands-on practical knowledge.
Based on the Center’s commitment to professional development, expectations for interns are high. In return, interns can expect a challenging environment which will prepare them for full time employment in a professional setting.
How to Apply
Internships will be will be recruited for three separate cycles. Applications are accepted year-round and will be reviewed on the following (approximate) dates:
|
Cycle |
Duration |
Applications Reviewed |
| Summer | June-September | March 1 |
| Autumn | September – December | July 15 |
| Winter/Spring | January – May | November 1 |
To apply, please email internships@stimson.org:
- A copy of our Application Form, titled: Last Name, First Name – Application Form
- Your resume, titled: Last Name, First Name – Resume
- A cover letter explaining interest in the position, availability, and interest in a specific project or projects, titled: Last Name, First Name – Cover Letter
- A short writing sample (no more than 5 pages), titled: Last Name, First Name – Sample
- OR -
Submit the above FOUR documents in one file, titled: Last Name, First Name – Complete Application
Applicants will be interviewed over the phone or, when possible, in person.
Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. The selection process takes approximately one month following the deadline.
Major Responsibilities
Internships at the Stimson Center focus on the areas of research, professional development, and project administration. Internships may include:
- Proofreading, editing, and distributing Stimson publications
- Writing brief summaries of activities in the news
- Helping to maintain the Stimson Center website
- Tracking specific issue areas in the media
- Taking notes in meetings, both on and off-site
- Project coordination
- Working as a team with members of the Stimson staff and other interns
- Administrative activities which will contribute to a fuller understanding of how non-profit organizations operate
Applicants are not expected to have specialized expertise, but should be highly motivated and sincere in their desire for an internship that is challenging and professional in nature. Interns can expect close and constant interaction with program staff, including their respective program directors. Under the oversight of the project director, the supervising RA will be asked to prepare an evaluation of the intern’s performance at the midpoint and at the close of the internship. The intern will also be expected to evaluate the internship program at the Stimson Center and their individual experience.
Project Areas
The Stimson Center seeks interns for project areas including the following (please click on the links for important information on internships in each project area):
- Cooperative Nonproliferation
- Global Health Security
- Asian Political Economy
- East Asia
- South Asia/Space Security
- Southwest Asia/Gulf
- Regional Voices
- Future of Peace Operations
- Security for a New Century Study Group
- Fundraising/Communications
- Budgeting for Foreign Affairs and Defense
- Nuclear Weapons and International Security
Please note that not all projects hire interns for every cycle, although most do.
Stipend
Interns will be offered a stipend for their work based on an 8 week minimum internship length. The stipend amount will vary depending on the number of hours worked per week.
Professional Development
The Stimson Center also hosts a regular professional development series for interns, allowing them the opportunity to interact with Stimson Center management and senior associates; leaders in the public (government agencies, NGOs, other think tanks, graduate universities) and private (defense, consulting firms) sector; and other individuals that will help the intern to expand his/her interests and skill set.
Recently, our interns have gone on to careers in the State Department, the Department of Defense, the United Nations, various think tanks, and other organizations. Others have chosen to continue their education at graduate programs, including those at Georgetown, SAIS at Johns Hopkins, etc.
Deadline: November 30
Eligibility:
- Must be at least a college junior in good standing, an advanced student or a recent graduate.
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
CSIS accepts incoming applications during the time frames listed below. You will not be able to access the online application system during periods of time that fall outside these established windows.
| Accepting Applications | Closing Deadline | ||
| Fall Semester | May 15 | – | August 1 |
| Spring Semester | August 18 | – | November 30 |
| Summer Semester | January 15 | – | March 15 |
CSIS only accepts applications sent electronically through the online system. We do not accept direct mailings or in-person paper submissions. To apply for the spring semester, go to www.csisopportunities.org.
Many of our internships are unpaid, however, we do have some stipends that we award each semester based on an applicant’
s demonstrated financial need. To be considered for a stipend, you must complete the financial aid questions listed on the application. Disclosure of this information is voluntary and will be kept strictly confidential.
Deadline: Rolling.
The Canada Institute of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars seeks a qualified part-time intern with an interest in, coursework related to, or experience working on Canadian policy topics and Canada-U.S. issues for the fall of 2009.
Interns assist with all aspects of the Canada Institute’s day-to-day operations and programming. Sample duties include but are not limited to:
- Researching potential speakers and participants for Canada Institute events;
- Assisting Canada Institute staff in preparing public events, including managing mailing lists, responses to events, and room setup;
- Maintaining the program’s database;
- Editing and proofreading written materials;
- Updating and editing the program’s website;
- Other administrative duties as assigned.
Successful applicants should have strong research, writing, and administrative skills, be detail-oriented, and should be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Candidates should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program, have recently graduated (within the last year), or have been accepted to enter an advanced degree program. Strong writing skills are essential; language ability in French is preferred but not required.
This is a paid position, for between 15 and 20 hours per week.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and short writing sample (between two and five pages in length) via e-mail to canada@wilsoncenter.org with Fall 2009 Internship” in the subject line.
An individual selected for a paid internship will be expected to present proper evidence establishing his or her eligibility to work in the United States prior to being appointed. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to hire only individuals who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note that we cannot acquire a visa for you to work in the United States.
The Wilson Center is an equal opportunity employer and follows equal opportunity employment guidelines in the selection of its interns.
Deadline: Rolling.
The incumbent will assist the office in the following ways:
- Write news releases, media advisories, and reports of activities/speeches at the Center
- Research appropriate media and other groups for dissemination of Center information
- Assist in planning/execution of special events, to include distribution of invitations; greeting attendees and speakers; media sign-in
- Contact media to update on special events
- Assist in the design of brochures/newsletters
- Assist the web editor in updating the Center’s website
This internship will be unpaid. Interested candidates should e-mail or fax a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:
Sharon McCarter, Director of Outreach and Communications
The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
One Woodrow Wilson Plaza
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004-3027
Tel: (202) 691-4016
E-mail: sharon.mccarter@wilsoncenter.org
Fax: (202) 691-4001
www.wilsoncenter.org
Deadline: November 15
The Southeast Europe Project offers unpaid educational internship opportunities for undergraduate students for the fall, spring and summer semesters. The internship aims to provide valuable experience to successful candidates interested in developing policy-oriented research skills regarding regional and functional issues involving Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Cyprus and the broader southeast Europe region.
Deadlines
Applications must be received by June 30th for fall, November 15th for spring and March 15th for summer internships. This position is non-remunerated.
All interested applicants should mail an application form with a cover letter, resume, 2 letters of recommendation and a short writing sample to:
The Southeast Europe Project
Attn: Internships
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars
1300 Pennsylvania, NW
Washington, DC 20004-3027
Or by e-mail to sep@wilsoncenter.org with Internship Application in the subject line.
Internship Description
The intern will work directly with the SEP Program Specialist and acquire experience and training in the field of international relations by assisting in various projects. Responsibilities will include:
- Researching current regional and functional issues in support of the work of fellows and scholars
- Attending SEP-themed conferences, forums and lectures in Washington and writing briefing memoranda for staff
- Writing event summaries to be posted on SEP’s website
- Assisting with the organization and implementation of SEP events
- Assisitng staff in managing and updating SEP’s database and website
- Providing back-up office reception duties, including telephone and greeting visitors
- Compiling, filing and mailing information
A minimum of 20 hours is required in support of the Project’s activities. Dates and times will be arranged according to applicant’s schedule and the Project’s needs.
All Wilson Center interns are strongly encouraged to attend conferences, forums and other events of the Center’s various programs. In addition, all interns have access to the Wilson Center’s vast research resources.
Eligibility
The applicant should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate study program at an accredited college or university at time of internship. The applicant should also have a strong interest in southeast Europe issues, and preferably some background in the region. He/she should have good analytical and research skills, be able to work with minimal supervision, and have basic computer skills on several software packages.
Internship Dates
Fall term: September to December
Spring term: January to May
Summer term: June to August
Deadline: Rolling.
The China Environment Forum offers internships for students with an interest in, coursework related to, and/or experience working on topics of environmental and energy challenges in China.
Jennifer L. Turner
CEF Director
Woodrow Wilson Center
One Woodrow Wilson Plaza
1300 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004-3027
Email: cef@wilsoncenter.org
CEF usually selects 2 interns for each academic semester (i.e., for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms of approximately three to four months); however, appointments can be made throughout the year for periods of varying length. No internship will exceed one year in duration.
These internships are designed to provide the individuals selected with the opportunity for practical experience in an environment that successfully mixes academic study with public policy. The intern will gain valuable experience in:
- Writing
- Forum organization
- Library, Internet and interview-based research
- The preparation of digital and/or print publications and grants.
Internships also provide opportunities to attend events within the Wilson Center and around Washington.
Successful applicants should:
- Possess a high fluency in both written and spoken Mandarin Chinese (with a comfort level enabling translation of documents) OR conversational Chinese and strong English editing and writing skills
- Possess strong research skills
- Be detail-oriented
- Be able to work independently and as part of a group
- Be enrolled in a degree program, recently graduated (within the last year) and/or have been accepted to enter an advanced degree program within the next year
- Have a documented interest in China, environmental studies or both.
CEF is only able to provide unpaid internships. As a general rule, we expect individuals to be able to devote 16 –
20 hours per week, depending on your schedule.
The Wilson Center is an equal opportunity employer and follows equal opportunity employment guidelines in the selection of its interns.
Filed under: Environment, Fall 2009, Health, Technology/Communication, Washington DC
Deadline: Rolling.
The Communications Department at Resources for the Future (RFF), an internationally recognized research center that focuses on energy, environmental, and natural resource policies, is looking for a creative, organized, and energetic individual to join it as a Web Intern. Web publishing experience is strongly preferred, but training on organizational systems will be provided.
This internship is a 6-month position, with a 35 hour work week (M-F 9am-5pm). It is paid at $10/hr and starts in early February. This is an outstanding learning opportunity for a person looking to start a career in the communications or the web management field. Interest in environmental policy or economics is preferred.
Please include a cover letter and resume. Specify how your past accomplishments qualify you for the position and how working at RFF will contribute to your broader career goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, creation, and maintenance of webpages using Content Management Systems, HTML editors, and databases
- Help organize and provide documentation of web content and multimedia
- Perform administrative tasks for RFF websites (e.g., respond to user inquiries, fix formatting and text errors, fulfill special requests from staff or public)
- Support initiatives of the communications dept.
- Half-time reception work
Requirements
- Ability to make a 6 month commitment to working with RFF
- Experience with html and/or content management systems
- Interest in RFF and its work
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- Positive attitude and task-oriented work ethic
- Close attention to detail
- Experience with Photoshop a plus
Deadline: Rolling.
To Apply:
Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to:
Internship Coordinator
Friends of the Earth
1717 Massachusetts Ave., NW, 600
Washington, DC 20036-2002
Email: jobs@foe.org
Fax: 202-783-0444
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Friends of the Earth is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages people of color and women to apply.
Salary:
This position is unpaid.
Starting Date:
Positions runs for 3-6 months
Our Volunteers/Interns are asked to volunteer at least 20 hours per week.
Summary:The D.C. Environmental Network (DCEN), spearheaded by the national environmental group Friends of the Earth, seeks a volunteer grassroots intern to assist with the activities and campaigns of DCEN. The intern will work with DCEN’s Grassroots Coordinator and Director to carry out local campaigns and events contributing to the growth of DCEN and leading to improvements in quality of life for all District of Colombia residents.
Major Responsibilities:
- Identify, develop and lead new and exciting issue campaigns.
- Conduct outreach to non-profits and community groups to expand membership of the Network.
- Help organize volunteer opportunities and events including monthly luncheon highlighting local environmental issues.
- Conduct outreach to D.C. area colleges and universities, establishing a connection to relevant professors and campus groups, and involving them in local efforts.
- Assist in the development and procurement of DCEN campaign materials, including pamphlets, display materials, etc.
- Serve as an additional contact for community members and Network member groups. Assist with individual information requests.
Education Level:
College Freshman or above
Skills Required:
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills. Comfort with working with diverse groups of people. Ability to write clearly and succinctly. Comfort with doing outreach, which may require public speaking. Ability to work independently. Good computer skills would be a bonus.
- Knowledge of D.C. neighborhoods and city politics, and basic knowledge about particularly urban environmental and environmental justice issues a major plus.
Deadline: Rolling.
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Students from various educational institutions from all over the world can join as unpaid intern at Grameen Bank. Interns can learn in depth, through field visits, about the philosophy and operational procedures of Grameen Bank, as well as the impact of Grameen on the economic and cultural life of Grameen Bank members and the community. Internship with Grameen Bank is open and flexible and there is no fixed schedule for internship. The flexibility of the internship allows interns to supplement their already established academic objectives. Interns are required to send a Resume/CV along with an introductory letter from their respective institutions.
If you are interested in doing an internship at the Grameen Bank please email a statement of interest, a copy of you resume/CV, an outline of your purpose and objectives, and proof of academic enrollment to g_iprog@grameen.com
Please read Internship FAQs by clicking here.
*Coordinators are flexible in attempting to accommodate all interns’ interests and we would request that you do the same when requesting your proposed schedule. Also, again depending on the intern’s length of stay, the schedule detailed above can be possibly compressed and altered. Please consult with your coordinator to plan out the best schedule given your personal constraints.
*As stated in the internship FAQ, the internship is a learning focused experience. Interns are expected to take personal initiative to facilitate this. Coordinators are available to assist in making this possible; therefore it is necessary for interns to express their particular interests to their coordinators so that they may help guide them. However, interns must be mindful that there are certain constraints by which the coordinators must make their decisions on and we ask the interns to be flexible to any constraints that may arise.
Deadline: Rolling.
USIP research assistants (RAs) provide support on a variety of tasks and projects. They are paid between $10-14 per hour and work an average of 20 hours per week.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to fill program needs. The majority of RAs are hired to work one-on-one with Jennings Randolph Senior Fellows for ten months beginning in October. Interviews begin for these and other RA positions one to two months before the anticipated start date.
Students from a Consortium member university who wish to apply to be a research assistant at USIP should consult the list of current openings and submit the following application materials:
- A cover letter stating which position is of interest to you;
- A copy of your resume; and
- A brief writing sample demonstrating your research and writing ability
Only full-time students from universities belonging to the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area (CUWMA) can be considered for these openings. CUWMA members include: American University, the Catholic University of America, Corcoran College of Art and Design, Gallaudet University, Georgetown University, George Mason University, The George Washington University, Marymount University, National Defense Intelligence College, National Defense University, Southeastern University, Trinity University, University of the District of Columbia, Howard University, the University of Maryland at College Park
