JOB SUMMARY:
At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity.ย Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
The Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics is seeking one part-time paid communications intern who can help implement the programโs social media and communications strategy during the period from May 28th, 2024 until September 2024. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, professional, passionate about social media, and has an interest in Chinaโs political economy.ย
The hired candidate will be paid hourly, commensurate with experience ($17.00/hour for current undergraduate hires, $18.00/hour for hires with a bachelorโs degree, and $19.00/hour for hires with a masterโs degree).
Essential duties and responsibilities
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Curating the programโs social media accounts. Promoting the programโs activities on a regular basis primarily via Twitter and LinkedIn. Finding new ways to improve the programโs social mediaย presence and supporting with metrics and analytics compilation. Assisting in writing and editing event summaries and other written communication as dictated by program needs. Performing a variety of other Trustee Chair related duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
ย KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:ย
Must be at least a current undergraduate senior. Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution. Must be eligible to work in the United States. Must be able to commit to 20 hours a week. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have social media experience including Twitter and LinkedIn. Must have the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment.ย Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.ย The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job can be fully remote, fully onsite, or hybrid.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by no later than April 26, 2024. All applicants must submit the following in one PDF:ย
Resume. Cover letter. Please include a short summary of your previous social media experience, including links to relevant accounts if applicable. School transcript.ย