Deadline:
As soon as possible
Program Starts: June 12, 2024
Program Ends: August 14, 2024
Location(s)
United States of America
New York, NY
Overview
Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs is an independent, research-driven nonprofit that works to empower ethics by identifying and addressing the most critical ethical issues of today and tomorrow. Founded by Andrew Carnegie over a century ago, we set the global ethical agenda and work for an ethical future by convening conversations, producing materials in a range of media, and sharing resources for education, impact, and awareness. We are the world's catalyst for ethical action. Carnegie Council is a non-profit 501(c) (3) institution.
Details
Carnegie Council is seeking an intern for Summer 2024 within the communications and knowledge management teams. This is a unique opportunity for those currently enrolled in or who have recently completed a graduate studies program to work collaboratively across two key areas of the Council.
Candidates will be interviewed and selected on their ability to work on various communications, research, and administrative projects in-person with steady coordination with Carnegie Council staff. The expected start date is June 12, 2024 and the internship will conclude on August 14, 2024.
Responsibilities:
- Support the maintenance of the Council website and assist the editorial team with edits and updates
- Review collections in Carnegie Council’s archive and propose a high-level redescription of legacy materials, in particular Worldview Magazine
- Review and scan key publications for inclusion in the archive, virtual and physical
- Assist in other library and archives projects as needed
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Requirements:
- Commitment of 15 hours per week
- Attend weekly meetings
- Respond to correspondences in a timely manner
- Work schedule is flexible, but position requires regular check-in with manager
Qualifications:
- Current library and information science graduate student, preferably with a specialization in archives
- Willingness to learn web archiving processes on the job
- Knowledge of basic archival principles of processing, arranging, and describing collections
- Excellent verbal and written communication, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
- Comfortable working with online platforms, such as: Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Program starts:
June 12, 2024
Program ends:
August 14, 2024
Program Starts: June 12, 2024
Program Ends: August 14, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
Internships are unpaid but a small stipend is provided at the end of the term of up to $500.
Benefits:
- Opportunities to meet and interact with senior staff
- Ability to meaningfully contribute and work for the Council's mission
- Ongoing opportunities to network and build professional connections
Un-save Opportunity
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