Intern/Research Associate - Washington, DC
International Peace Operations Association (IPOA)
www.ipoaonline.org
IPOA has an opening for a talented Washington, DC-based individual interested in the international peacekeeping and security field. Interns are given substantial responsibility for performing activities such as attending seminars and discussions, writing summaries and outlines, researching and assisting with opinion editorials and letters, editing and assembling publications, helping with conference organization, and performing other duties as required. Each internship is structured to suit the needs and interests of the intern, as well as the requirements of IPOA. During the course of the internship, the students will further develop their writing and research skills and become more familiar with the key issues and actors in international peace and stability operations. Interns are provided with office space, phone, fax, computer with e-mail and Internet capabilities and other office equipment and supplies. Internships are unpaid, but include a monthly travel stipend, and may be coordinated with universities for course credit.
Qualification:
IPOA offers internships to college students, masters degree candidates, and recent graduates with strong academic backgrounds who seek to gain a better understanding of international peace and stability operations. Applicants must possess strong writing and research skills, and an ability to work with Microsoft Office programs. Ideal candidates should have some familiarity with NGOs, international security affairs, peacekeeping and/or the military. Candidates should be open-minded and reliable and be able to work fairly independently.
Please send a resume, writing sample, and cover letter, and be prepared to call or come in person for an interview if needed.
Contact Information: Derek Wright
Phone: 202-464-0721
Email: dwright@ipoaonline.org
Apply by: April 2, 2006