WFM Information Management Intern
This internship touches upon all of WFM’s program areas. The internship will allow in-depth exposure to the dynamic work of each WFM project—including the Coalition for the International Criminal Court. This intern will be responsible for creating a new library system for our resources and media materials. Developing a searchable database for our active contacts—including governments, UN missions, media, and civil society partners. The intern will report to the Executive and Membership Assistant and gain in-depth exposure to the dynamic work of the Executive Office. 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*
• Developing a searchable database system for active contacts
• Create a new library system for our resources and media materials
• Assist in the preparation of new outreach materials
• Provide general support to the Executive and Membership Assistant
• Assist the Executive and Membership Assistant with outreach and communication to international members
• 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 will be accepted on a rolling basis but 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
