WFM Executive Intern
This internship falls within WFM’s program area of International Democracy. The internship will allow in-depth exposure to the dynamic work of the Executive office. The internship will work on research and outreach for the UNEPS initiative; research projects relating to global governance (such as economic and environmental governance). The intern will report to the Executive Assistant. The internship can be full-time or part-time (2-3 days per week) and must be for a period of 3-4 months. Please note that this internship is unpaid though full-time interns will receive a small per diem. There are also stipends available for those who apply. More information can be found here.
Responsibilities
*Please note that this internship is primarily administrative; however, supervisors will make a concerted effort to see that there is a balance of programmatic and research-related work*
• Assist in the preparation of new outreach materials
• Provide general support to the Executive Assistant
• Assist the Executive Assistant with outreach and communication to international members
• Conduct research on issues of global governance as determined by the Executive Director
• Undertake special projects and assignments as needed.
Qualifications
• Undergraduate or graduate student working towards degree in International Relations, Politics or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication, research, and writing skills
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Experience working with databases and/or internet research preferred
• Experience managing blogs and websites is helpful but not required
• Ability to work independently and within the constraints of tight deadlines
• Previous experience in a nonprofit environment preferred
• Proficiency in English required, additional language proficiencies are a plus
• Interest in WFM’s mission
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references and a brief writing sample (3-5 pages maximum) on a related topic. Please include the name of the internship in the subject of the email (if applicable) and in the cover letter. Be sure to indicate your approximate start date as well. Internship applications must be received by:
Summer applications – April 1
Fall applications – August 1
Spring applications – December 1
Applications can be emailed, faxed, or mailed to:
E-mail: internship@wfm-igp.org
Fax: +1 212 599-1332
World Federalist Movement - Institute for Global Policy
Attn: Internship Coordinator
708 Third Avenue, 24th Floor
New York, NY 10017
USA
No phone inquiries please
