1. Internship, Senator Patty Murray
Senator Murray is looking for legislative interns in D.C. and constituent advocacy interns in the Seattle and Spokane state offices. Applicants should be eager to learn more about the federal government, and want to be part of a hardworking team, dedicated to serving the citizens of Washington state.
Qualifications: Applicants must be graduate or undergraduate college students who
have completed at least one year of college and whose permanent residence is the state of Washington or are attending a Washington state college or university.
Deadline: The spring deadline is March 15 for summer.
For more information about the program, application procedures, and contact information please see the website http://murray.senate.gov/internship/index.cfm
2. STAFF ASSISTANT POSITION, DC
Southeast Texas Democrat is looking to fill a Staff Assistant position in the DC office. Seeking a dependable and attentive individual to staff the front desk; receive and route calls and other incoming materials appropriately; provide Capitol tours and fill orders for constituent tours and other services; and support office administration. E-mail resume and desired salary to TXJobOpening2@mail.house.gov.
3. Scheduler/Office Manager - DC
Senior Northeast Democrat is seeking office manager/scheduler for active, energetic office. Position would handle all aspects of busy Member schedule and invites, as well as billing and account process for DC and three district offices. Candidates must have strong organizational abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multi-task. An ability and willingness to work long hours and some evenings is required. Previous scheduling experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of House office accounts or comparable financial system would be a plus. Please email resume, cover letter, and references to Ny28jobs@mail.house.gov. Please, no phone calls or walk-ins.
4. Refugees International (RI) - Internships - Washington, DC
Refugees International (RI) offers unpaid internships throughout the year for students and recent graduates seeking work experience in the humanitarian field. Interns will be involved with a variety of projects that contribute to RI's advocacy on behalf of displaced people around the world.
Interns work with RI staff in a support capacity. Projects include: regional and issue research, attending meetings on behalf of RI and taking notes, development of issue briefs, writing for the website and other projects. Requirements: Knowledge of humanitarian issues and the international community, excellent research and writing skills, excellent communication skills, and Bachelor's level of education in a related field.
To Apply: Send cover letter (including proposed working dates), resume, brief writing sample, and letter of recommendation to:
Refugees International
1705 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
or email to ri@refintl.org
or fax to 202/828-0819
5. IFES - Summer Internships - Washington, DC
IFES is an international, nonprofit organization that supports the building
of democratic societies. IFES provides targeted technical assistance to strengthen transitional democracies. Founded in 1987 as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, IFES has developed and implemented comprehensive, collaborative democracy solutions in more than 120 countries.
Program Description:
The IFES internship program is designed to engage graduate and undergraduate students pursuing a degree in international relations, economics, communications or a related field. The program offers students an insider's view of the realm of international development. Students who participate in this program will develop essential skills that are not attained in the a! cademic world, enabling them to make the transition from academic to professional life.
IFES offers a broad range of internships every summer. An internship can be:
one semester or one year long
paid, work study, or unpaid*
15 to 40 hours per week
a means for employers to recruit a candidate for full-time employment
Summer internships are available in IFES Washington, DC headquarters only.
Responsibilities:
The general duties of an intern include, but are not limited to:
· conducting research
· providing logistical and administrative support on assigned countries/projects
· assisting in the preparation of weekly reports, website updates and other reports
· attending and reporting on internal and external meetings and other discussions about assigned projects
· assisting with program development in conjunction with the needs of the project and the intern's skills
· compiling daily research from academic journals and print media
Qualifications:
· Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
· Excellent research and communication skills
· Proficiency with Word and Excel
· Foreign language skills are always preferred.
Applying:
Applications will be accepted online only, through the IFES website. To apply visit our careers website at http://www.ifes.org/intern.html. Then follow the instructions on how to upload your resume and answer prescreening questions. A cover letter is welcome and can be placed in the applicant notes section.
6.AM1090, Seattle’s Progressive Talk, Internship
Do you like politics? Are you interested in radio? Do you like working in a fun and fast paced environment? Can you think on your feet, talk to people, and work well with a team? Well then this is the internship for you! Be part of AM1090, Seattle’s Progressive Talk and work at one of the best stations in Seattle with the promotions department!
AM1090, SEATTLE’S PROGRESSIVE TALK OVERVIEW:
KPTK is challenging the political and social dialogue of Seattle and features programming from Air America, Jones Radio and many more.
The station is owned by CBS-RADIO and is located in Seattle, WA.
INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW:
Participants receive valuable experience in these areas:
• Street teaming and street marketing
• Implementing marketing and promotion strategies of a major market radio station
• Website and on-air contesting and organization
• On-site promotion coordination and execution
• Public relations (Press releases, philanthropic organizations, media relations, updating media lists, promotional partnership)
• Insight into major market radio broadcasting, radio production and advertising sales will be presented
• And so much more…
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university and qualify for internship credit during internship (Internship is unpaid)
• A minimum of three month commitment; 10-15 hours per week
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (boxes, banners)
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Knowledge/familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, general computer knowledge is important
TO APPLY:
Mail, fax, or email a cover letter and resume to:
AM1090 Promotions Dept.
Attn: Holiday Frank
1000 Dexter Avenue North, Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98109
Fax: 206.805.0932
Email: holiday.frank@cbsradio.com
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