This position will provide administrative support to program associates working on the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) and other Global Connections programs. The internship will begin in late-June 2019, with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time staff position as project needs mandate and if mutually agreeable. Internship will require 40 hours per week.
The Global Connections Department designs and implements academic, professional, cultural, and youth exchange programs for students and emerging leaders around the world through programs such as IVLP. Launched in 1940 by the U.S. Department of State, IVLP seeks to build mutual understanding between the United States and other nations through carefully designed professional visits to the United States for emerging foreign leaders in government, politics, the media, education, the arts, business and other key fields.
- Draft documents such as participant bios, clearance lists, and welcome letters
- Produce project materials such as name badges, tent cards and emergency contact cards
- Arrange tours, ground transportation and other logistics
- Prepare paperwork for vendor payments
- Help maintain project files and database and provide general project support
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with a high degree of accuracy; ability to work independently and as a team member, take initiative, meet deadlines, and be flexible;
- Strong computer skills including use of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills; and
- Demonstrated interest in international exchanges.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
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