Internship

Job description

Assignments include:- Attendance at and report on Congressional hearings;- Meetings and other contacts with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, and U.S. and foreign government officials;- Outreach to Jewish Federations, Community Relations Councils, national Jewish agencies, and others;- Research and organizing of community programs existing in the successor states;- Research and writing of position papers, testimony, informational materials, and NCSEJ Country Reports;- Monitoring human rights and regional developments through media, the Internet, and direct contacts;- Aiding in the planning, preparation, and execution of major programs and events;- Outreach to interns and college students;- General clericalLanguages: Proficiency in Russian and/or Ukrainian is a plus.Time Commitment: Interns must commit to working at least 15 hours per week.Academic Credit: NCSEJ is prepared to coordinate internships with university officials for existing programs only.Financial Aid: Because NCSEJ is a not-for-profit agency, no financial aid is available. Business-related expenses will be reimbursed.Application Procedure: Please forward a résumé, cover letter, and a short writing sample Attn: Intern Coordinator 1120 20th Street NW Suite 300N Washington, DC 20036 Work arrangement: on-site