Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
United States of America
Washington, DC
Overview
AICGS offers unpaid internships to undergraduate and graduate students in the spring, summer, and fall. AICGS internships provide a professional and educational experience in a not-for-profit think tank that works to build a smarter German-American partnership.
Details
AICGS internships aim to:
- Introduce interns to all aspects (administrative, programming, development, research) of an American nonprofit public policy institute
- Provide opportunities for interns to carry out their own research projects and publish work on the Institute’s website
- Involve interns in ongoing AICGS projects and events of the three program areas: Business & Economics, Foreign & Domestic Policy, and Society, Culture & Politics
- Provide opportunities for participation in similar events in Washington, DC, organized by other policy institutions or think tanks.
AICGS offers two internship positions (Research Internship and Development Internship). Please specify which position you are applying for in your application.
Research Internship
Research Interns are given significant freedom to explore their own research interests and publish their work on the AICGS website. This position primarily works with the Research Associate.
All Research Interns will be involved in the following tasks:
- Support staff and fellows with their research projects and initiatives
- Provide event support (including contacting participants, event set-up/take-down, event registration and follow-up, and publications mailings)
- Taking notes and writing summaries at AICGS events for the AICGS website and electronic newsletter
- Daily English and German language newspaper survey
Development Internship
Development Interns learn how a nonprofit functions as a business entity and become acquainted with the logistics of organizing the Institute’s annual fundraising dinner, the Global Leadership Award Dinner (GLAD). This position primarily works with the Finance and Development Associate.
All Development Interns will be involved in the following tasks:
- Researching and identifying potential partnerships between the Institute and private firms
- Managing contact database
- Researching changes in German-American business relationships
- Providing event support for GLAD
- Administrative and financial project support
Interns will be evaluated at the mid-point and at the end of their internship and will be asked to provide AICGS with an evaluation of the internship program and their experience at AICGS.
Duration and Application Deadlines
Interns are expected to work between 20 and 35 hours a week during the following cycles:
- Spring: January-May. Application deadline is October 1
- Summer: June-August. Application deadline is March 1
- Fall: September-December. Application deadline is June 1
About AICGS
AICGS is a policy research center dedicated to better understanding the challenges and choices facing Germany and the United States in a broader global arena.
Who We Are, What We Do
Since 1983, the American Institute for Contemporary German Studies (AICGS) has focused exclusively on the most pressing issues at stake for Germany and the United States. An independent, nonpartisan think tank with in-depth policy expertise and understanding of both countries, AICGS collaborates with public sector leaders, policymakers, corporate leaders, and other research centers to deliver in-depth analysis and actionable intelligence on both sides of the Atlantic. Policymakers, business leaders, and the interested public draw on these insights to anticipate trends, reduce risk, and positively influence policy choices.
AICGS provides a comprehensive program of public forums, policy studies, research, and fellowships designed to enrich the political, corporate, and scholarly constituencies it serves.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
AICGS accepts students from a variety of fields of studies. Students should have an interest in transatlantic relations and Europe/Germany. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) and Internet research skills are required. Interns must have strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail. Interns should be highly motivated to work in a small organization on a variety of projects. Previous website and/or social media development/management skills are useful but not required. Knowledge of the German language is helpful but not essential.
Foreign nationals who apply must be eligible for a J-1 visa and must cover the costs associated with obtaining the visa. If already in the U.S., they must be eligible to intern at a U.S. organization.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
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