Summer 2023 Research Internship

Network 20/20 is looking for a Research Intern for Summer 2023.

Deadline: 04/11/2023

Mission

Network 20/20 is an inclusive international community that bridges the gap between the private sector and foreign policy worlds. We leverage entrepreneurial, established, and emerging leaders to drive innovative research and solutions to critical foreign policy challenges.

 

Description

We are currently seeking a research intern who is a highly energetic, tactful, and engaging self-starter. The intern will work closely with the Network 20/20 team to undertake various projects related to our Virtual Briefing Series, Foreign Affairs Discussion Group, Innovators Awards in Global Affairs and Benefit, and Entrepreneurial Diplomacy Program.

While the intern will focus on programs and the above-mentioned projects, the internship is designed so they will also gain hands-on experience and training in many aspects of Network 20/20’s program and learn about the operations of a small nonprofit organization.

This internship will commence in June and end in August 2023. It requires a commitment of three days a week (which can be arranged between you and Network 20/20 prior to your first day). Network 20/20 will compensate either by stipend or academic credit.

 
Specific responsibilities include:

  • Work with Associate Program Director to assist in the preparations for the upcoming season. This includes research on potential topics and speakers for upcoming foreign policy-related events, drafting event notices, drafting letters of invitation, familiarizing yourself with the organization’s CRM, supporting staff with logistics prior to events
  • Research and summarize key reading materials related to potential topics for upcoming programs
  • Responding to event-related inquiries
  • Record and organize information relating to Network 20/20’s events in Network 20/20’s CRM system
  • Support the preparation of Network 20/20’s Innovators Awards in Global Affairs and Benefit
  • Various administrative tasks related to communications and Network 20/20, as needed
  • Attend Network 20/20 online/in-person discussions

Requirements

  • Passion for and understanding of international affairs
  • Previous internship or related experience conducting research and presenting findings
  • Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills; experience working across cultures
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently as well as closely with a team
  • Excellent attention to detail, good organizational abilities, and general office skills
  • Experience working with Salesforce and WordPress is a plus
  • US work permit is required

 

Application Instruction

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to communications@network2020.org and kindly note that your application will not be considered if you do not send all of the required documents. Please include your name in the subject line.

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