Research Support Intern
Location: Washington, DC
Division: Education Programs Division
Reports To: Senior Program Officer
About IREX
IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.
Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.
Position Summary:
IREX seeks an intern with a background in Eastern Europe and Eurasia to provide support to research support programs. The intern will have a strong familiarity with the organizations and institutions that conduct educational research and policy in the region. Familiarity with higher education policy is a plus. The internship will last from January to May 2015, and will work up to 40 hours per week.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Liaise with fellowship participants and alumni to develop program events and assist with program logistics.
Compile and track a wide range of information and data specific to fields relevant to higher education policy and US foreign policy in the region.
Provide additional program support for participants as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Experience with and interest in foreign policy and/or higher education in Eastern Europe and Eurasia. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in or recently graduated from a graduate program in the above fields.
Demonstrated familiarity with U.S. institutions of higher education and think-tanks focused on the region.
Demonstrated interpersonal and written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
HOW TO APPLY:
To Apply
Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application.If you are creating a new profile you need to do so and then go back in to apply for a position.
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