- Intern, National Democratic Institute, DC
- Intern (stipend), Center for Health and Gender Equity, Maryland
- Intern (stipend), Thomas B. Fordham Foundation, DC
Intern, National Democratic Institute, DC
INTERN: CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE
Summary
The Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) team of NDI invites all qualified candidates to apply for a full-time paid internship in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that promotes democracy worldwide. The position offers a window into the field of international development work, with challenging opportunities for those wishing to explore a career in the expanding realm of international relations
The intern for Central and Eastern Europe will provide programmatic and administrative support to the regional CEE team by performing the following duties:
Primary Responsibilities
. Gathering reports from various news sources on the countries of the CEE region.
. Preparing program briefing materials for NDI trainers and Field Representatives.
. Assisting with such administrative tasks as faxing, photocopying, and preparing for seminars.
. Drafting cover memos and editing regular field reports, proposals, and other documents as needed.
. Research on subjects such as civic education/organizing, NGO development and political party building.
. Attending workshops, lectures and other events within and outside of NDI.
Qualifications
. Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in international affairs, political science or a related field; recent graduates are also welcome to apply.
. Available full-time (40hrs/week).
. Interest in/knowledge of political issues and/or of Central and Eastern Europe.
. Strong written and oral communication skills.
. Efficiency and organization skills.
. Able to work independently and as part of a group.
. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
. Computer knowledge skills, including MS Word, Excel, and the Internet.
All applicants for internships and regular full-time employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require employer sponsorship.
Comments
This is a paid internship. The CEE team will hire interns in trimester cycles: spring, summer, and fall. Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2007 intern cycle. The internship will start in the beginning of October and will last into December. Interns are encouraged to attend workshops, lectures and other staff development events at NDI. All applications for the fall internship period must be received by NDI by October 12.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants can apply now using our on-line resume tool www.ndi.org. Please reference the internship for which you are applying and include cover letter with resume.
No phone calls, please.
Center for Health and Gender Equity- Intern- Maryland
ORGANIZATION:
The Center for Health and Gender Equity (CHANGE) is a U.S.-based non-
governmental organization committed to promoting the health and
rights of women, girls, and other vulnerable populations in Africa,
Asia, and Latin America. CHANGE strives to hold the U.S. accountable
for its foreign policies affecting the health and wellbeing of women
and promote positive policy changes.
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY:
The Program Intern position will provide the right individual with an
opportunity to gain significant hands-on experience in grassroots
outreach, communications and website development, legislative and
policy analysis and administrative support.
The Program Intern will gain unique insight into the strategic and
programmatic components necessary for a small organization to effect
positive political change as well as develop a critical understanding
of how the policies of the United States and other donor governments
and agencies affect the health and lives of women and girls
worldwide. We provide a stipend; no benefits.
DURATION: This is a part-time position (15-20 hours/week). The ideal
candidate will be available from January, 2008 through April, 2008.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-- Assist staff with monitoring, collecting, analyzing and
organizing news and media relevant to the work of the organization.
-- Work with CHANGE's outreach coordinator to implement outreach
activities.
-- Build and maintain organization's database.
-- Regularly update CHANGE's three websites.
-- Attend and report on community and Hill meetings and briefings.
-- Provide administrative support for the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-- Pursuing or possess a BA or BS.
-- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
-- Strong critical thinking and analysis abilities.
-- Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
-- Ability to multitask and organize various projects.
-- Background or demonstrated interest in women's rights,
reproductive and sexual health and rights, human rights and/or public health.
-- Commitment to CHANGE's mission and high standards of performance.
TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter including a summary of relevant past
experience and qualifications for and interest in this position and
current resume, to:
(lsisson@genderhealth.org). No phone calls please!
Website: http://www.genderhealth.org/InternSpring07.php
Intern, Thomas B. Fordham Foundation, DC
The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation, based in Washington, D.C., provides internships throughout the year. The internships bring diverse and challenging responsibilities, including:
1) Assisting with the Foundation's numerous education-related programs, nationally and in Dayton, Ohio. The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation is devoted exclusively to the reform of K-12 education. A few examples of projects currently under development:
-weekly publication of the e-bulletin, The Education Gadfly, for an influential national readership;
-a lively, interactive web site;
-appraisals of state standards, textbooks, and teaching;
-support for school choice reforms, including charter schools and a private scholarship program, for Dayton, Ohio low-income students.
2) General research. Primary topics of interest to the Fordham Foundation are: high standards, assessments and accountability systems; charter schools and school choice; curriculum and pedagogy; teacher quality; and the federal role in education. We are seeking interns with experience and interest in the education field who can perform high-quality research and write clearly and convincingly.
3) Clerical duties. The Fordham office is a busy one, and, in addition to substantive responsibilities, an intern will be expected to help out by answering phones, opening mail, making copies, faxing documents, answering e-mail queries, helping with the web site, and other daily office duties.
We seek resourceful, intelligent, hard-working individuals who are capable of excelling in an intellectually stimulating, and often intense work environment. Internet experience is greatly welcome. Please browse our website (http://www.edexcellence.net) for more information about our organization. A modest stipend will be available.
The deadline for internships is rolling. The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Application instructions:
Individuals interested in a fall, winter, spring or summer internship should send a cover letter, resume and 3-5 page writing sample to:
Liam Julian
Thomas B. Fordham Foundation
1701 K Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20006
ljulian@edexcellence.net
-weekly publication of the e-bulletin, The Education Gadfly, for an influential national readership;
-a lively, interactive web site;
-appraisals of state standards, textbooks, and teaching;
-support for school choice reforms, including charter schools and a private scholarship program, for Dayton, Ohio low-income students.
2) General research. Primary topics of interest to the Fordham Foundation are: high standards, assessments and accountability systems; charter schools and school choice; curriculum and pedagogy; teacher quality; and the federal role in education. We are seeking interns with experience and interest in the education field who can perform high-quality research and write clearly and convincingly.
3) Clerical duties. The Fordham office is a busy one, and, in addition to substantive responsibilities, an intern will be expected to help out by answering phones, opening mail, making copies, faxing documents, answering e-mail queries, helping with the web site, and other daily office duties.
We seek resourceful, intelligent, hard-working individuals who are capable of excelling in an intellectually stimulating, and often intense work environment. Internet experience is greatly welcome. Please browse our website (http://www.edexcellence.net) for more information about our organization. A modest stipend will be available.
The deadline for internships is rolling. The Thomas B. Fordham Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Application instructions:
Individuals interested in a fall, winter, spring or summer internship should send a cover letter, resume and 3-5 page writing sample to:
Liam Julian
Thomas B. Fordham Foundation
1701 K Street, NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20006
ljulian@edexcellence.net
