Intern/Project Assistant: Central and Eastern Europe
The Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) team of NDI invites all qualified candidates to apply for a full-time paid internship in a dynamic, fast-paced organization that promotes democracy worldwide. The position offers a window into the field of international development work, with challenging opportunities for those wishing to explore a career in the expanding realm of international relations. The intern for Central and Eastern Europe will provide programmatic and administrative support to the regional CEE team’s initiatives in the Balkans.
Primary Responsibilities
- Gathering reports from various news sources on the countries of the CEE region.
- Drafting cover memos and editing regular field reports, proposals, and other documents as needed.
- Preparing program briefing materials for NDI trainers and field representatives.
- Assisting with administrative tasks such as scanning, photocopying, and preparing for seminars.
- Contributing research on subjects such as civic education/organizing, NGO development and political party building.
Attending workshops, lectures and other events within and outside of NDI.Qualifications
Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in international affairs, political science or a related field; recent graduates are also welcome to apply.
Available full-time (40 hours/week).
Interest in/knowledge of political issues and/or of Central and Eastern Europe.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Efficiency, organization skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Able to work independently and as part of a group.
Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Computer knowledge skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, and Google applications. Comments
This is a paid internship. The anticipated start date for this position is in early May. Please include both a resume and a cover letter with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Non-U.S. citizens applying for internships and entry level positions based in the U.S. must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all, NDI bases its employment decisions on merit, qualifications and abilities. NDI is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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