Policy & Communications Intern: Global Impact in DC

Heinrich Böll Stiftung Washington, DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 7,300 - 8,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Paid vacation days

J1 visa costs covered

Job summary

The Heinrich Böll Foundation Washington, DC invites applications for a Foreign Policy and Communications intern. You will work with the program director for Foreign & Security Policy and the Head of Communications, contributing to a broad range of activities from policy research to communications and events.

Key duties include researching topical issues, creating social media content, updating our website, writing internal briefings, and completing a capstone project of your choosing.

Qualifications

• Experience in the relevant program area.
• Competent command of English.
• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program or recent graduate (<1 year).
• Full-time commitment of 40 hours per week for 3–6 months (part-time on case-by-case basis).

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical support for visitor programs and events.
• Manage front desk duties.
• Maintain program databases and contacts.
• Develop social media content and communication strategies.
• Update content on websites and blogs and write copy and analysis.
• Conduct background research for events and topics.
• Complete a capstone project on a chosen topic.

Skills

Experience in program area

English proficiency

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Recent Bachelor’s degree within 12 months

Job description

The Heinrich Böll Foundation Washington, DC invites applications for a Foreign Policy and Communications intern. You will work with the program director for Foreign & Security Policy and the Head of Communications, contributing to a broad range of activities from policy research to communications and events.

Key duties include researching topical issues, creating social media content, updating our website, writing internal briefings, and completing a capstone project of your choosing.