The Office of Jeremy Rifkin offers internships in the Washington, DC area for individuals with interest in working for a progressive public policy organization focusing on emerging trends in science and technology and their impacts on the environment, the economy, culture and society. We generally admit 1-2 individuals for unpaid internships lasting approximately 3-4 months, beginning in January, May, and September. College credit can be arranged.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will work with President and other staff members to gain valuable experience in a number of different areas:
- Research for public policy initiatives, book project, and current events
- Making phone calls for networking
- Preparation and editing of print materials
- Managing research files and creating electronic databases
- Creating and distributing campaign materials
- Office administration
- Communicating with relevant constituencies regarding policy activities
Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; superior organization and attention to detail; ability to work independently or with direction; familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; superior organization and attention to detail; ability to work independently or with direction; familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
College student or recent graduate with a commitment to public interest preferred.
Hours:
The internship is available full-time (9:00am-5:00pm) or part-time, with a minimum of 20 hours per week commitment.
Compensation:
The internship is unpaid, however transportation costs in the greater DC area will be covered.
College student or recent graduate with a commitment to public interest preferred.
Hours:
The internship is available full-time (9:00am-5:00pm) or part-time, with a minimum of 20 hours per week commitment.
Compensation:
The internship is unpaid, however transportation costs in the greater DC area will be covered.
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