Internship Opportunities with Project Interchange
- Posted on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 6:08 PM EST
- Filed under Internships
- Tagged for Project Interchange
Project Interchange logo
Project Interchange is offering three internships: a United States Programs Internship, an International Programs Internship, and a Media Relations Internship.
United States Programs Internship
We seek interns who will assume the following responsibilities:
- Support communication with seminar participants from across the United States;
- Assemble a list of program resources for future seminars;
- Assist with development of seminar participant pre-departure briefing books;
- Perform research and generate reports and dynamic documents
Qualifications
Candidates should be detail-oriented, demonstrate stellar written communication skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and be knowledgeable about international relations. This internship requires diligence and the ability to handle multiple projects. Experience updating/maintaining webpages strongly preferred.
How To Apply
Please send a resume, brief writing sample, and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you are interested in this internship.
E-mail/fax your application to:
Chris Townsend
townsendc@projectinterchange.org
202-833-0025
(fax) 202-331-7702
International Programs Internship
We seek interns who will assume the following responsibilities:
- Support communication with seminar participants from around the world;
- Assemble a list of program resources for future international seminars;
- Assist with development of seminar participant pre-departure briefing books;
- Perform research and generate reports and dynamic documents
Qualifications
Candidates should:
- be detail-oriented and well-organized;
- be able to work independently on long-term projects;
- demonstrate stellar written and oral communication skills;
- be able to work individually and be self-motivating;
- be culturally sensitive (experience living or studying outside the US, and/or foreign language ability are a plus);
- have a professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
The successful intern will complete assigned detailed tasks and equally have the opportunity to conceive, design, and implement his/her own ideas that would contribute to PI’s mission.
Commitment
Interns are expected to work at least 10 hours per week, for at least one semester (approximately 4-5 months).
Benefits
Great opportunity to learn about the non-profit world working with Israel, a chance to contribute to fostering peace and understanding between societies, an opportunity to work within the premier Jewish organization in the country and develop a network of high-level connections from around the world.
How To Apply
Please send a resume and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you are interested in this internship to Assistant Director of International Programs, Miriam Ganem-Rosen, at ganemrosenm@projectinterchange.org.
Media Relations Internship
We seek interns who will assume the following responsibilities:
- Assist with media relations, including press releases;
- Support website maintenance;
- Track the activities of past participants;
- Help organize post-seminar events for seminar alumni; and
- Other activities, as required.
Qualifications
Candidates should be detail-oriented, demonstrate stellar written communication skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and be knowledgeable about international relations. This internship requires diligence and the ability to handle multiple projects. Experience updating/maintaining webpages strongly preferred.
How To Apply
Please send a resume, brief writing sample, and a cover letter explaining your qualifications and why you are interested in this internship.
E-mail/fax your application to:
Chris Townsend
townsendc@projectinterchange.org
202-833-0025
(fax) 202-331-7702
About Project Interchange
Project Interchange, a non-profit institute of the American Jewish Committee, develops and conducts educational seminars in Israel for current and emerging United States and international leaders. Participants include Parliamentarians, state officials, civic and business leaders, print and broadcast media, ethnic and religious leaders, university presidents and student leaders, and counter-terrorism and law enforcement experts.
Since 1982, Project Interchange (PI) has equipped over 5,000 seminar participants from more than 60 countries with a balanced foundation for understanding Israel’s history, diverse makeup, and strategic objectives. PI seminars are highly interactive and promote dialogue on a wide array of complex issues.
For more information about Project Interchange, visit www.projectinterchange.org.
