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- WOLA Sally Yudelman Internship, Washington, D.C.
- Stimson Center- Communications Associate- Washington, D.C.
- UN Foundation- The People Speak Intern- Washington, D.C.
- MoveOn- Rising Stars Fellow, DC
WOLA Sally Yudelman Internship, Washington, D.C.
WOLA's internship program is named after Sally Yudelman for her contribution and commitment to WOLA, human rights and democracy in Latin America. Through WOLA's Yudelman Internship Program we hope to provide unique mentoring opportunities to interns thereby encouraging the next generation of young people to become actors in the formation of U.S. foreign policy.
WOLA's Yudelman Internship Program works to give interns a broad exposure to the foreign policy-making process and aims to familiarize its interns with current events in Latin America through regular meetings with our staff and by attending NGO coalition meetings, congressional hearings, and other discussions and events. In addition, throughout the semester, interns will have a series of "brown bag" lunch discussions with representatives from ! different sectors that interact with the NGO world, such as foundation s, governments, and multilateral institutions. Upon arrival each intern is assigned to work with a WOLA Associate on one issue and will produce a detailed research project that meets the intern's interests and the Associate's needs. At the end of the semester, the results of the research project will be presented to WOLA's staff. One project will be selected and the intern will publish an article related to their project in WOLA's newsletter.
Applications to the WOLA's Yudelman Internship are three times each year- summer, fall and spring. WOLA selects seven interns per session. The internship is unpaid. During the fall and spring, interns are expected to work at least 24 hours each week. During the summer, they are expected to work 32 hours each week.
Approximately 65% of the internship is administrative in nature-answering telephones, faxing, copying, or working on a specific task (i.e. fulfilling orders for our many publications, helping to keep our website updated, monitoring the media). The reminder of the time is spent on the intern project or other substantive work.
Interested applicants should have a demonstrated interest in human rights, democracy and economic justice in Latin America; initiative and flexibility; the capability to work in a fast-paced environment; good organizational skills; follow-through and attention to detail. Spanish or Portuguese proficiency is strongly recommended.
Latin American and minority students are encouraged to apply. In general, the Yudelman Internship Program is not open to either graduate students or to students who have already graduated as they are generally looking for something more substantive in nature.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for an internship, WOLA needs the following materials:
*a cover letter in which you state:
* that you understand the internship is unpaid
* your specific dates of availability
* your willingness to work at least 24 hours each week (32 if you are applying for a summer internship)
* why you want to intern at WOLA, an idea of your specific interests regarding Latin America, and your language abilities.
*a resume
*the names and telephone numbers of at least two references
*a short writing sample (no more than 2-3 pages) on a topic of your choice. It can be a paper you submitted for a class.
DEADLINES:
Spring internship (mid-January through May) November 15
Application materials should be addressed to the Intern Coordinator:
Kristina DeMain
Internship Recruitment Coordinator
1630 Connecticut Avenue, NW Floor 2
Washington, D.C. 20009
InternApp@wola.org
Stimson Center- Communications Associate- Washington, D.C.
The Henry L. Stimson Center, a nonprofit public policy institute committed to finding and promoting practical, innovative solutions to security challenges, seeks a full-time, experienced communications associate will support the planning and implementation of communications and outreach activities at the programmatic and institutional levels.
Major responsibilities
o Assist with the planning, implementation and coordination of communications activities
o Monitor outreach timelines
o Draft written materials including press releases, promotional materials, proposals and policy briefs
o Coordinate media outreach including mass mailings, fax blasts and information requests
o Assist with the maintenance of the website--writing and editing content; preparing reports on defined usage metrics; and coordinating specific website initiatives
o Maintain organizational and media lists--coordinate with research and administration project teams to ensure data integrity
o Review Stimson products against institutional design and editorial standards to ensure consistency and clarity
o Coordinate logistics for meetings, press conferences, seminars and other special events
o Research and assess new communications tools
o Track Stimson's media and other outreach efforts--maintain files and prepare reports on presscoverage, testimony, speeches and presentations
o Coordinate marketing and sale of Stimson books including vendor relations, inventory management, and paid advertising
The above specified tasks may not be the only duties assigned. Employees may be required to carry out other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Required: Bachelors degree and 2-3 years experience or equivalent education.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to email a resume, cover letter, salary requirements and references to resume@stimson.org. Please indicate "Communications Associate" in the subject line of all correspondence.
The Henry L. Stimson Center is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds. The Center provides competitive compensation and an exceptional package of benefits.
UN Foundation- The People Speak Intern- Washington, D.C.
The United Nations Foundation (UNF) and the Better World Fund (BWF) were established in 1998 to administer Ted Turner's unprecedented gift of $1 billion in the service of global causes. UNF exists to promote the well-being of the global population, the responsible stewardship and preservation of the world's climate and essential ecosystems, the protection of human rights, and peaceful coexistence by strengthening the United Nations as a vehicle for promoting international cooperation. To achieve its objectives, UNF provides grants to UN agencies, funds, and programs for work in the areas of population, children's health, the environment, and peace, security, and human rights. BWF complements the work of UNF through support of selected programs designed to strengthen the relationship between the United States and the United Nations.
THE OBJECTIVES OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
. To provide a framework by which graduate and post-graduate students from diverse academic backgrounds can utilize their theoretical knowledge in practical work assignments;
. To expose students to the work of the UN and to encourage them to consider careers in the UN or UN related causes, and;
. To aid the UNF in achieving its mission.
OVERALL FORMAT OF THE PROGRAM
. UNF hosts a semester long internship program during the Fall, Spring, and Summer school sessions.
. The UNF offers full and part-time paid and unpaid internships. The number of each kind of internship offered will depend on the needs of the various departments.
. Intern duties and responsibilities will vary according to the assignment.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This position supports The People Speak (TPS), an educational campaign to inspire young people on the global issues that will shape their future. This year, TPS is organizing a series of grass roots high school activities called the Global Debates and two college mini grant programs called Buzz Cuts and Climate Crews. The position will report to the Director of The People Speak. General Responsibilities include:
. Coordinating Global Debates - This position will support over 2,000 high schools participating in the Global Debates. This includes helping schools document activities to accumulate points, tracking activities by schools, assisting high school students and teachers plan a public debate in their school, and other support as needed.
. Conducting Outreach - Researching youth organizations and providing outreach materials about TPS to interested parties. Outreach will also occur through online platforms, such as Facebook and MySpace, among others.
. Administrative Support - Assists with large mailings and outreach projects and helps with UNF-sponsored special events.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The following criterion is used to determine eligibility for the Internship Program:
. Applicants should be enrolled in a degree-granting program in an undergraduate or graduate school during the internship.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
. Requirements (only completed packages will be considered)
o Current résumé or curriculum vitae; and
o Cover letter addressed to Intern Administrator stating your purpose for obtaining this internship and your skills and experiences related to the general responsiblities.
How to apply
Visit the following site: http://www.unfoundation.org
o Select "Public Affairs" from the Department drop down menu.
o Only electronic applications will be accepted.
MoveOn- Rising Stars Fellow, DC
Salary: Equivalent of $50,000 / year
Description:
MoveOn is starting a fellowship program, to give talented up-and-comers a chance to work on the biggest issues in the progressive movement. Rising stars of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this 5-month, full-time, paid
position.
Details or to apply: http://www.moveon.org/fellowship
MoveOn Fellows will work alongside our top campaigners to end the war in Iraq, stop the climate crisis, win the '08 election and make their mark on other high-profile issues.
The program will start with a dozen finalists coming together for an intimate, behind-the-scenes crash course in MoveOn's strategies and tactics. After this two-day intensive, up to four Fellows will have the opportunity to remain at MoveOn for
in a five-month, full-time, paid position.
Each Fellow will have a one-on-one mentoring relationship with a senior
MoveOn staffer. Fellows will have opportunities to launch their own projects and work with the team to test new ideas in online and off-line organizing. MoveOn will assist
Fellows in searching for jobs in the progressive movement -- possibly
within MoveOn itself.
We are looking for a diverse group of applicants, united by their passion for
a more progressive America. We don't care if you've spent years working for progressive organizations or if you haven't even finished school. How you got here
isn't important; where you're going is.
The first Fellowship training course will begin Friday, Oct 12. Applications
will be accepted until Sept 21. For more details, go to http://www.moveon.org/fellowship
Visit http://pol.moveon.org/fellowship to apply. No followup calls or email, please!
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