ABOUT WFM-IGP
WFM-IGP works to advance the global promise of peace and is committed to building a safer and more just world. The organization includes a comprehensive set of programs that work to protect civilians from the threat of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity; facilitate transparency in governance; increase access to justice; and promote the application of the rule of law. WFM-IGP works in partnership with the United Nations and often serves as a hub of information and collective action on UN-related issues. In addition, we work with governments, and other international and regional institutions around the globe – as well as with thousands of committed individuals and world leaders – to advance a mission of peace, prosperity, and security for all.
WFM-IGP works to advance the global promise of peace and is committed to building a safer and more just world. The organization includes a comprehensive set of programs that work to protect civilians from the threat of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity; facilitate transparency in governance; increase access to justice; and promote the application of the rule of law. WFM-IGP works in partnership with the United Nations and often serves as a hub of information and collective action on UN-related issues. In addition, we work with governments, and other international and regional institutions around the globe – as well as with thousands of committed individuals and world leaders – to advance a mission of peace, prosperity, and security for all.
THE INTERNSHIP
This internship with WFM-IGP will allow in-depth exposure to the dynamic work of the Executive office. The internship is devoted to research and ongoing special projects on International Justice, the comparative costs of the international justice sector, and related issues of financing global governance. The project will cooperate in research and outreach with the Center for the Development of International Law and the Center for UN Reform Education. The intern will report to the Chief Executive Officer.
This internship with WFM-IGP will allow in-depth exposure to the dynamic work of the Executive office. The internship is devoted to research and ongoing special projects on International Justice, the comparative costs of the international justice sector, and related issues of financing global governance. The project will cooperate in research and outreach with the Center for the Development of International Law and the Center for UN Reform Education. The intern will report to the Chief Executive Officer.
The internship can be full-time or part-time (2-3 days per week) and must be for a minimum period of 3-4 months. Please note that this is an unpaid internship.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Research
• Monitoring UN and ICC meetings
• Preparing reports
• Communications and outreach including updating electronic and web resources
• Undertake special projects and assignments as needed
• Research
• Monitoring UN and ICC meetings
• Preparing reports
• Communications and outreach including updating electronic and web resources
• Undertake special projects and assignments as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
• Advanced undergraduate or graduate student [or expert] working towards BA, MA, law degree, international finance, international relations, political science, or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication, research, organization and writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within the constraints of tight deadlines
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience in a nonprofit environment preferred
• Proficiency in English, additional language proficiencies are a plus
• Interest in WFM-IGP’s mission
• Advanced undergraduate or graduate student [or expert] working towards BA, MA, law degree, international finance, international relations, political science, or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication, research, organization and writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within the constraints of tight deadlines
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience in a nonprofit environment preferred
• Proficiency in English, additional language proficiencies are a plus
• Interest in WFM-IGP’s mission
REMUNERATION
Unfortunately, internships at WFM-IGP are unpaid. We recommend all prospective candidates to seek financial assistance from their academic institutions or seek outside fellowships, grants and personal resources. WFM-IGP cannot sponsor individuals applying for internships to help them obtain visas.
Unfortunately, internships at WFM-IGP are unpaid. We recommend all prospective candidates to seek financial assistance from their academic institutions or seek outside fellowships, grants and personal resources. WFM-IGP cannot sponsor individuals applying for internships to help them obtain visas.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references and a brief writing sample (3-5 pages maximum) on a related topic via email:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references and a brief writing sample (3-5 pages maximum) on a related topic via email:
internship@wfm-igp.org or mail to:
World Federalist Movement – Institute for Global Policy
Attn: Internship Coordinator
708 Third Avenue, 24th floor
New York, NY 10017
USA
Attn: Internship Coordinator
708 Third Avenue, 24th floor
New York, NY 10017
USA
Please include the name of the internship in the subject of the email and the cover letter. Be sure to indicate your approximate start date.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Summer Applications: April 1st
Fall Applications: August 1st
Spring Applications: December 1st
Summer Applications: April 1st
Fall Applications: August 1st
Spring Applications: December 1st
No Phone Inquiries Please
For further information about WFM-IGP and our internships, please visit our website:
www.wfm-igp.org
www.wfm-igp.org
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