Overview:
The FHI 360 Global Connections department engages with various institutions and individuals in the United States and worldwide to strengthen professional, cultural, youth, and academic exchanges and educational/training linkages. The department also works on online and third-country participant training that focuses on professional and institutional development in various technical areas.
Global Connections has an exciting opening for current students at all levels and institutions interested in growing their skills within the human development and non-profit sector. This position will offer practical experience and broad exposure to various international exchange programs funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Stateโs Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, focusing on academic, cultural, sports, and professional exchanges. The Professional Exchange Program intern will work closely with a cross-section of staff and simultaneously work on multiple tasks or projects.
All interns are assigned real-life tasks and given professional titles to be used throughout the semester. Professional Exchange Program interns will have the opportunity to gain valuable networking skills through internal and external FHI 360 events and have additional professional development opportunities that can be used in multiple employment settings.
The internship is based in FHI 360โs Washington, D.C. office and will primarily be performed remotely; however, with the resumption of in-person exchange activities, there may be opportunities to engage directly with participants in-person at various D.C. locations. We will also work with students to arrange academic credit and meet other program requirements.
This is a paid internship with a flexible schedule based on project needs.
Anticipated Duration: Fall Semester: late August/Early September to December/January
Hours: 15-20 Hours/week
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Location: Remote / there will be opportunities to engage directly with participants in-person at various Washington, D.C. locations
The Application Process:
Please ensure that your cover letter addresses the following:
The approximate date on which you would be available to begin the internship; and
Please also answer two out of the following three questions:
What is your personal mission statement? (No word minimum)
Provide an example of a situation in which you may have had difficulty with a supervisor, co-worker, or peer? How did you settle the dispute? (Minimum 100 words)
Describe a time you took initiative. (Minimum 100 words)
Skills Gained and Learning Opportunities:
Exposure to a large, global, non-profit organization focused on human development and sustainable solutions.
Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with successful international exchange and program management professionals.
Opportunities to contribute to departmental functions to achieve goals and acquire hands-on and practical work experience.
Networking opportunities with FHI 360 staff and exposure to other organizations within the field of international affairs.
Academic credit, when enrolled in an academic institution.
Constructive feedback and guidance on assignments.
Anticipated Project(s) and Assignment Details:
The Professional Exchange Program intern will work closely with a cross-section of staff teams and simultaneously work on multiple tasks and projects. Under the supervision and mentorship of the Professional Exchange Program Intern Coordinator and additional project staff, the intern will learn about the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and the Sports Visitor and Sports Envoy Programs (SVSEP), as well as other exchange activities within Global Connections.
Through short-term in-person or virtual engagements to the United States, current and emerging foreign leaders in various fields experience the U.S. firsthand and cultivate lasting relationships with their American counterparts while on the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The intern will:
Contribute to the successful implementation of the IVLP in support of U.S. foreign policy goals;
Accompany international visitors virtually or in-person to meetings with local experts in various fields;
Plan and develop social media content and/or blogs to highlight ongoing programs and utilize social media to develop, strengthen, and maintain partnerships with program participants, supporters, organizations, etc.;
Assist in the development of project proposals, program itineraries, and arranging Washington, DC professional appointments for participants;