Women for Women International’s Washington office seeks a Policy and External Relations intern for a minimum of 12 weeks, with possibility to extend up to one year.
Project Description:
The Policy and External Relations Interns will support research, policy, advocacy and communications processes, reporting to the Senior Policy Analyst and External Relations Officer in the Executive Department. This is an excellent opportunity for students and graduates with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university who are looking to obtain experience in these arenas. We have two, unpaid, full-time internships available during the spring term and prefer candidates that can commit to a two semester internship. Academic credit is available for this internship experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assisting Policy Analyst with research and analysis such as legislative tracking and review/synthesis of relevant articles, surveys and reports
2. Researching and reporting on various outreach and media opportunities
3. Editing, proofreading and assisting with departmental reports, website content and publications as needed
4. Helping research and draft outlines and drafts of relevant articles, talking points, policy briefs and other written materials that promote WfWI programs and recommendations to external audiences.
5. Occasional administrative updates of database information and other tracking processes
6. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills:
1. Exceptional attention to detail
2. Exceptional writing skills for a variety of different audiences
3. Strong research/analytical skills with an ability to synthesize depth of content into concise summary
4. Ability to balance multiple deadlines and complete tasks assigned on short but reasonable notice.
5. Ability to work independently, to take initiative, and exercise reasonable judgment.
6. A commitment to Women for Women International's mission and vision.
7. Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
8. Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
9. Interest/familiarity in issues related to gender and development, U.S. and international policy/process, and/or communications
Compensation:
Internships available at Women for Women International (WfWi) are currently unpaid positions. Academic credit is available for this internship experience.
Application Instructions:
We encourage all interested applicants to submit the following application materials:
1. Up-to-date resume
2. Cover letter
3. 3 – 5 Page writing sample
through our online application system
We do not accept resume/applications sent to our human resources email box.
Only short listed applicants will be invited to interview. No telephone inquiries please
Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants will be contacted directly to schedule an interview.
Please respect our “no phone calls” policy.
Non-US citizens applying for regular positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Women for Women International provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
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