Great Decisions Program Volunteer/Intern

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Great Decisions is a nation-wide program of the Foreign Policy Association to broaden public involvement with the most important foreign policy topics facing the U.S. The FPA's annual Great Decisions Briefing Booklets provide excellent background and analysis of these topics and serve as the focal point for the many small discussion groups that form around Oregon and the country. In addition to distributing the Briefing Booklets and serving as an information hub for the various discussion groups, the World Affairs Council also recruits local and national experts to speak on each topic in an 8-week series beginning in mid-January. The Great Decisions intern/volunteer will assist with the organization and facilitation of Great Decisions discussion groups in the Portland metro region.

More info here: http://worldoregon.org/programs/great-decisions

Primary Responsibilities

• Assisting with event logistics
• Taking and recording briefing book orders
• Attending lectures and assisting with event logistics on-site, including tabling
• Writing thank you letters and evaluations
• Data input and other clerical work as needed.
• Assist in promoting Great Decisions through WAC’s social media platforms

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Confidence speaking in front of groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Computer competence (Microsoft Word, Excel and experience with databases).
• Excellent organizational skills.

Preference is given to persons who are studying or have studied in the areas of International Affairs, Non-Profit Management, Event Planning, Political Science, or related field.

Must be a US citizen or have a visa that permits the individual to work. For international students, curricular practical training (CPT) or optional practical training (OPT) paperwork is required prior to the start of the internship. Successful candidates will be hired contingent upon the results of a background check.

Comments
All World Affairs Council of Oregon internships are unpaid. Interns are encouraged to attend monthly lectures and forums sponsored by the Council. We require a minimum of 15 hours per week during the 9am-5pm workweek and a three month commitment. Increased hours can lead to increased responsibility. Compensation comes in the currency of new skills, networking opportunities, hands-on experience in assisting a local non-profit, and fun! Tri-met pass reimbursement available after meeting certain requirements.

Application Instructions

Please send a resume and brief cover letter of interest to anna@worldoregon.org