Thursday, January 27, 2011

Center for Global Prosperity Interns in Washington, D.C.


Hudson Institute's Center for Global Prosperity’s internship program offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the annualIndex of Global Philanthropy and Remittances through research, writing and data analysis. Interns will have the chance to work with CGP’s editor and write articles for CGP’s annual Index. Interns will also conduct research and data analysis on different international development issues, meet with experts in the field of international development and play an integral role in the Index’s production. CGP interns have gone on to work for the World Bank, the Gates Foundation, the Academy for Educational Development, the Koch Foundation, Booz Allen Hamilton, the United States Institute of Peace, the U.S. Department of State, the Catholic Diocese and the Whitaker Group. 
 
Responsibilities include:
  • Identifying successful development projects, conducting interviews with key program staff and publishing results in the 2010 edition of the Index of Global Philanthropy and Remittances,
  • Researching international philanthropy, remittances and international development,
  • Assisting staff with research projects and presentations, and
  • Assisting with administrative tasks, event planning and execution.

Qualifications:
CGP interns are self-starters with a strong interest in what creates economic growth in the developing world. Candidates should be able to work autonomously as well as be part of a team, manage their time wisely and meet deadlines. Candidates must be reliable, professional, and possess 
excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Compensation: Unpaid
  • Fall Semester: September -- December
  • Spring Semester: January -- May
  • Summer Semester: May -- August

Application instructions: If you would like to apply for the Summer 2011 Semester please send a resume and cover letter including your availability to KMarano@hudson.org. Application deadline for Summer 2011 is March 31st.

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