NAAC Hope Fellowship Calls for Internship Applications 2012

The National Albanian American Council (NAAC) seeks a part-time, unpaid student intern to help with the USAID-funded Hope Fellowship Program and general office tasks for winter, spring, and summer terms.

NAAC is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocating for Albanians and promoting peace and economic development in the Balkans by fostering democratic policy, promoting respect for human rights, and conducting educational and developmental programs.

Hope Fellowship is sponsored by the United States Agency for International Development and it is created and administered by the National Albanian American Council (NAAC). Initiated in 2001, Hope Fellowship began as a pilot program to champion the growth of emerging women leaders in Kosovo by offering fellows a 6-week leadership program in Washington DC.  To date, over 1,300 fellows have completed the program (140 of these fellows were trained in Washington, DC) and are actively engaged in leading new initiatives in their jobs and communities in Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro.

For more information on the National Albanian American Council visit us on the web at www.naac.org

Position Description:

The intern would work under direct supervision of the NAAC and Hope Fellowship staff to assist them in implementing a USAID funded program in Kosovo, as well as meet additional needs listed below. The intern would also attend pertinent seminars from think tanks, congressional hearings and other meetings, and prepare reports as directed.

Principle Intern Duties:

  • Assisting HF Staff with Database Maintenance
  • Draft Letters to Congressional Staff
  • Conduct Research for incoming Hope Fellows
  • Research Cultural Activities in D.C.
  • Assist in developing a Calendar of Events for Fellows
  • Assist in Social Media development
  • Administrative Support

Position Requirements:

  • Looking for a Full or part-time student seeking a degree preferably in Political Science, International Relations, International Education, or equivalent.
  • Able to work 20-25 hours per week. UNPAID Internship.

Experience and Skills:

  • Office Administration Assistance
  • Strong Writing and Communication Skills
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Adobe, and Publisher software
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • International cultural interests
  • Particular consideration will be given to those candidates who possess proficiency in the Albanian and English languages

The intern would at times be asked to help these Fellows adjust to life in DC by accompanying them on excursions and trainings, helping them to get around the city and generally answering questions they may have about life here in DC. This internship would be a great way to learn more about the Balkan region and the issues being faced in that area. It would also give the intern experience working on a development project funded by USAID and some exposure to high level people in government.

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume and cover letter to:

joakley[at]naac.org