Research Internship in the US with IRC 2020

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Total reward

0 $

Nonprofit organization

International Rescue Committee

Area

America

Host Country

United States of America

Deadline

15 Sep 2020

Study level

Undergraduate

Opportunity type

Internships

Specialities

Social sciences and humanities

Opportunity funding

Full funding

Eligible Countries

Algeria , Comoros , Egypt , Jordan , Lebanon , Mauritania , Oman , Qatar , Somalia , Syria , United Arab Emirates , Bahrain , Djibouti , Iraq , Kuwait , Libya , Morocco , Palestine , Saudi Arabia , Sudan , Tunisia , Yemen

Eligible Region

All Regions

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is looking for a talented Research Intern to join the team in New York, USA for 2020.

Major Responsibilities:

Core Research Support:

Assist Advisor for Policy and Planning and Director of Policy and Planning in core research, analysis and writing activities.
Draft memos on a range of research topics.
Summarize topics for briefings.
Attend relevant policy events of interest.

Core Department Support:

Attend departmental meetings and take meeting notes.
Prepare materials for meetings.

Learning Objectives:

Intern will learn to conduct research and analysis in a fast-paced INGO environment.
Intern will learn to communicate effectively with colleagues at multiple levels.
Intern will learn to write high-quality products in a professional setting.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in international relations, development, or other relevant degree.
Prior experience interning or working in an organization focused on international affairs or humanitarian work, preferably for an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO).
Excellent organizational skills: the ability to work independently & productively in a fast-paced environment and ability to effectively see projects through from start to finish.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multi-cultural environment.
Flexible work attitude, proactive, and demonstrated creativity: the ability to work productively in a team environment, anticipate issues before they arise, and problem solve creatively with minimal guidance.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written is required.
Excellent Computer skills: proficient in all MS Office, and some knowledge of database management and website development would be an asset.

More about the IRC:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives and livelihood are shattered by conflict and disease to survive, recover and regain control of their future. It responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic well-being, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

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