Jobs and Internships

Jobs

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Internships

Interns are integral to the work of the Secretariat of the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience. Interns gain hands-on experience in the fields of human rights, museology, and program management, and exposure to the methodologies and practices of Sites of Conscience. Internships are based in New York and typically last for 4 months, although a shorter or longer period may be possible. Interns participate in an array of activities including research (internet, library and telephone), program administration, and communications. Working knowledge of Spanish, French, or Russian is preferred.

Internships are unpaid. However, students are often able to arrange academic credit. Students should check with their individual academic institutions for requirements.

We are currently accepting applications for the following internships.

PROGRAMS INTERNSHIP
Together with the Coalition’s Program Directors, Programs interns work on an array of activities ranging from researching and compiling tools and approaches that historic sites around the world can use to foster public dialogue on contemporary issues; editing and writing program models; providing support to the Coalition’s member Sites; and assisting with the day-to-day management of the Coalition’s programs. We welcome applications from graduate students with a background in museum studies, human rights education, or peace education.

Qualifications

BA or work experience in museum studies, human rights education or related field
Excellent research and writing skills
Spanish, French or Russian language skills a plus
Ability to work independently and creatively
Availability to work up to 20hrs/wk

Applying
Please email a letter of interest, résumé, and a brief, unedited writing sample to coalition@sitesofconscience.org. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please note that only successful applicants will be notified.

COMMUNICATIONS (SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEB 2.0) INTERNSHIP
The Coalition is planning a new, social media/web 2.0 strategy to reach key audiences utilizing social media tools like Facebook, Twitter and Youtube. This strategy will be piloted in 2010 for a particular project on Guantánamo Bay. The communications intern will be engaged in the planning and research required to develop strategies to utilize social media tools in public education and engaging people in conversation online. In addition, the intern will assist in updating the Coalition’s current website with the latest information on online campaigns that people can participate in. The intern is expected to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Researching contemporary human rights campaigns and updating changes on the Coalition’s website www.sitesofconscience.org
Researching human rights campaigns online and their use of Social Media tools to identify applicable tools and strategies
Monitoring Twitter, Facebook and YouTube to assess how people respond to posts in order to identify
online trends; strategies of successful campaigns; and best practices.

Qualifications

High interest in and use of social media tools
Knowledge of WordPress and/or other HTML coding
Excellent online research and analysis skills
Attention to detail along with ability to work independently and creatively
Interest in international human rights work