Spring Internships with the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington
- Posted on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 6:05 PM EST
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As the central community relations agency of the organized Jewish community in our nation’s capital, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Washington represents over 100 constituent agencies, organizations and synagogues in Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia, and suburban Maryland.
The JCRC of Greater Washington is offering two internships for the spring of 2012: a Virginia & DC Government Relations Internship and an Israel & International Affairs Internship.
Virginia & DC Government Relations Internship
The Virginia Government Relations program advocates in support of government resources for Jewish agencies and the policy priorities of the Jewish community. The Inter-Group Relations component is focused on building bridges between the local Jewish community and other Greater Washington faith, ethnic and minority communities.
Interns will have the opportunity to participate in exciting and meaningful projects and will have a unique lens through which to view our dynamic organization in action. JCRC Interns are involved in all aspects of our programs including legislative activities, research, event planning and publicity and policy development.
The Intern will be mentored by the Director for D.C. and Virginia and will have significant opportunities to interact with the entire staff.
The Intern will be based at the JCRC’s Fairfax Office, which is located at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia, 8900 Little River Turnpike, and Fairfax.
Responsibilities may include:
- Research/monitor upcoming grant opportunities and inform constituent agencies
- Monitor opportunities for board member participation in community boards and forums
- Observe Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and monitor key discussions and legislation
- Assist in planning and staffing Advocacy Days on Capitol Hill and Richmond
- Planning special community programs and meeting (candidate forum and briefing with elected officials, Yom Ha Shoah, Educator symposia, etc)
- Participating in interfaith programs and strategic planning sessions
- Working on ongoing advocacy research as needed
- Programming assistance on all local, state, federal government projects
- Provide program/administrative support as needed
- Other projects as assigned by Virginia Director of Government and Community Relations
Successful candidates for JCRC internships must demonstrate the following:
- Superb written and oral communication skills
- Dedication to the values of the Jewish community and Israel advocacy
- Strong computer capabilities including MS Office Suite
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Strong organization skills with attention to detail
- Self motivation to take on projects and complete tasks
- Accepts responsibility willingly
Other information:
- There is a stipend available based on experience and time commitment. Class credit may also be possible, based on school requirements.
- Days and hours are flexible, with a minimum of 16-20 hours per week required.
- Preference will be given to students in Master’s degree programs and undergraduate seniors/juniors
Israel & International Affairs Internship
One of the JCRC’s four pillars is the Israel and International Affairs Commission. The Israel and International Affairs Intern will assist in the JCRC’s work to strengthen Israel and the US-Israel relationship by providing educational and advocacy opportunities to the Jewish and non-Jewish communities.
This Internship will offer meaningful work as well as a unique lens through which to view a dynamic organization in action. The Intern will be mentored by the Israel and International Affairs professional and will have significant opportunities to interact with the entire staff.
JCRC Interns are involved in all aspects of our programs, including events planning and publicity, policy development, and information management. Internship responsibilities may include:
- Planning a Middle East forum
- Planning a “Day On the Hill” meeting with Congressional leaders
- Planning special community briefings and meetings with Diplomats and politicians
- Working on Israel Advocacy Training Seminars
- Research as needed
- Programming assistance on all Israel-related projects
- Administrative tasks as needed
Successful candidates for JCRC internships must demonstrate the following:
- Superb written and oral communication skills
- Dedication to the values of Israel Advocacy
- Strong computer capabilities
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Strong organization skills with attention to detail
- Self motivation
Other information:
- There is a stipend of $100/week. Class credit may also be possible, based on school requirements.
- Days and hours are flexible, with 16-20 hours per week required.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
- Preference will be given to students in Master’s degree programs, but undergraduates will be considered.
To Apply
To apply, please provide a resume and a letter of interest to:
Adina Remz, Executive Assistant & Intern Coordinator
6101 Montrose Road, Suite 205, Rockville MD 20852
Phone: 301-348-7361
E-mail: aremz@jcouncil.org
Once your application has been received, we will contact you to schedule an interview. If you have any questions, please contact Adina Remz at aremz@jcouncil.org or 301-348-7361 or visit our website at www.jcouncil.org.
About the Jewish Community Relations Council
As the central community relations agency of the organized Jewish community in our nation’s capital, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Washington endeavors to foster a society based on freedom, justice and democratic pluralism for it is such a society which affords Jews, and all people, the conditions most conducive to individual security, equal opportunity and creative group survival. JCRC accomplishes this goal through their work in four pillars: government relations, Israel advocacy, inter-group relations, and social justice.
On behalf of over 100 constituent agencies, organizations and synagogues in the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland, the JCRC determines a consensus on the broad range of public policy issues central to Jewish conscience and concern and then promulgates those concerns to Washington area legislators and civic, public opinion, media and interfaith leaders. The JCRC also coordinates community programs of information and advocacy on priority domestic and international issues.
For more information about the JCRC, visit their website at www.jcouncil.org.
