Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and
democracy around the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs
that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to
freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the
World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With
13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual
to be free.
Position Summary
The Research Intern will have the opportunity to become involved in research and policy writing of the President of Freedom House. S/he would assist on articles, op-eds, blogs, and text of remarks, on topics such as U.S. leadership and multilateral efforts to promote democracy and human rights; an interests-based case for democracy and human rights for foreign policy and business; and China’s repressive model on human rights. The intern will also assist the President, the Executive Assistant, and Director of Board Affairs and Special Initiatives on work with Freedom House’s Board of Trustees. Assigned duties will depend on the particular prior experiences and skills of the intern. This position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the President. This unpaid position will be a part-time 15-20 hours/week internship.
Position Summary
The Research Intern will have the opportunity to become involved in research and policy writing of the President of Freedom House. S/he would assist on articles, op-eds, blogs, and text of remarks, on topics such as U.S. leadership and multilateral efforts to promote democracy and human rights; an interests-based case for democracy and human rights for foreign policy and business; and China’s repressive model on human rights. The intern will also assist the President, the Executive Assistant, and Director of Board Affairs and Special Initiatives on work with Freedom House’s Board of Trustees. Assigned duties will depend on the particular prior experiences and skills of the intern. This position is based in Washington, DC and reports to the President. This unpaid position will be a part-time 15-20 hours/week internship.
Desired Qualifications
§ Intern must be enrolled in an accredited college
or university, graduate level preferred
§ Strong ability to communicate effectively in
English both verbally and in writing
§ Proficiency with MS Office Suite, specifically
Word, Excel and PowerPoint
§ Demonstrated knowledge and interest in
international human rights and international relations
§ Excellent internet research and documentation
skills
§ Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing
skills
§ Ability to work well independently and as part
of a team
§ Ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and
multi task to meet tight deadlines
§ Ability to apply superb attention to detail and
consistently produce timely and error-free work
§ Eagerness to be creative and take initiative on
new ideas and projects
§ Ability to maintain the highest degree of
confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
Some Duties and Responsibilities
§ Research on U.S. democracy-promotion policy,
business and human rights, multilateral promotion of human rights, and China.
§ Prepare summaries of materials gathered through
research
§ Proofread and edit documents for relevance and
accuracy
§ Assist with the development of presentation
materials
§ Assist with other administrative activities such
as preparations for meetings of the Board of Trustees, data entry and mailing
§ Other administrative duties and responsibilities
as assigned.
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