Job Description
The Venezuelan American Leadership Council is seeking two part-time interns for the fall semester starting September 2016 and ending December 2016. The interns will assist with a variety of research, outreach, and communication activities, along with occasional administrative support. These internships will provide you with the unique experience to work in a small, but fast-paced, nonprofit already making waves in Washington D.C. Each intern will be encouraged to take a leadership role in their work.
To apply, send a cover letter and resume via email to rafael@venezuelan.us
Include in subject line “Internship Application.”
Communications Intern
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor daily news and media out of Venezuela and draft daily summary briefs.
- Produce weekly content for the organization, including op-eds and blog posts.
- Assist with translating documents from English to Spanish and vice versa.
- Assist with administrative tasks.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment and interest in human rights, democracy, and Venezuelan issues;
- Must be available to work 15-20 hours a week (this is flexible);
- Professional fluency in English and Spanish required;
Details :
- Location: Washington, DC
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship, however students may receive course credit for their internship.
- Duration: The fall season begins early September and ends early December
Campus Outreach/Involvement Intern
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create collaboration opportunities with university groups
- Increase our organization’s content circulation on college campuses
- Organize/co-host events on college campuses to raise awareness about Venezuelan issues
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated commitment and interest in human rights, democracy, and Venezuelan issues;
- Must be available to work 15-20 hours a week (this is flexible);
- Professional fluency in English and Spanish required;
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university.
Details:
- Location: Washington, DC
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship, however students may receive course credit for their internship.
- Duration: The fall season begins early September and ends early December