Interns


The American Association for Palestinian Equal Rights (AAPER) seeks interns for its Washington, DC office for the fall term.  AAPER's internship program provides excellent opportunities to college and graduate students considering careers in advocacy on issues of human rights, international relations and U.S. foreign policy, particularly relating to the Middle East.


Fall internships are unpaid.  Fall interns are expected to commit a minimum of 16 hours per week to the internship.  The ideal candidate(s) will be outgoing, energetic, hard working, and detail-oriented self-starters. Specific responsibilities may include:


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Help organize events for members of AAPER's Palestine Speakers Bureau
  • Help organize AAPER educational events about Palestine, including speaking events, film showings and cultural events
  • Distribute AAPER brochures, postcards and other educational materials to volunteers across the United States
  • Produce reports and/or factsheets about the situation in Palestine and U.S. policy toward Palestine
  • Various administrative tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Recent college graduate, graduate student or undergraduate student in good standing
  • Knowledge of the Palestinian issue and U.S. policy toward Palestine
  • Commitment to Palestinian human rights and an equitable U.S. policy toward Palestine
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including an outgoing personality
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills

TO APPLY: Send an email to recruitment@aaper.org containing the following: (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) contact information for 2 references.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 16, 2010; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.