Summer Internships at Stimson's South Asia/Nuclear Program

Summer Internships at Stimson's South Asia/Nuclear Program 

Stimson seeks interns for a professional and educational experience in discovering the way in which non-profit organizations can contribute to the understanding of issues in international peace and security. Stimson offers unique internship opportunities based on the values of education, participation, and hands-on practical knowledge.

Based on the Center's commitment to professional development, expectations for interns are high. In return, interns can expect a challenging environment which will prepare them for full time employment in a professional setting.

Internships are volunteer experience only. All internships are unpaid (transportation may be reimbursable.)

Cycle: Summer
Duration: June-September
Applications Reviewed: FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Major Responsibilities:
Internships at Stimson focus on the areas of research, professional development, and project administration. Internships may include:

• Proofreading, editing, and distributing Stimson publications
• Writing brief summaries of activities in the news
• Helping to maintain the Stimson website
• Tracking specific issue areas in the media
• Taking notes in meetings, both on and off-site
• Project coordination
• Working as a team with members of the Stimson staff and other interns
• Administrative activities which will contribute to a fuller understanding of how non-profit organizations operate

Applicants should be highly motivated and sincere in their desire for an internship that is challenging and professional in nature. Interns can expect close and constant interaction with program staff, including their respective program directors. Under the oversight of the project director, the supervising RA will be asked to prepare an evaluation of the intern's performance at the close of the internship. The intern will also be expected to evaluate the internship program at the Stimson Center and their individual experience.

For more information, including FAQs, please visit the following links: http://www.stimson.org/about/employment/internships/
https://stimson.applicantpro.com/jobs/