Research Program Intern

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RESEARCH PROGRAM ASSISTANT:

We are looking for a self-motivated, highly organized and passionate individual to assist in the development of our film programs and community outreach goals. Candidates must be proficient in Google Docs, have excellent research and communication skills and a strong interest in documentary, impact media, human rights and advocacy.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent research, administration and communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Docs
• Experience with Listservs and Listserv etiquette
• Be forward-thinking and well-spoken
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Ability to give input and collaborate on ideas
• Strong interest in global social justice, documentaries, and education
• Experience working in the education, media, non-profit sector is a plus
• Have a laptop and/or computer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting research and outreach for local and international advocacy groups
• Updating and maintaining databases and prospect correspondence for film programs, educational forums, advocacy campaigns and multi-media platforms
• Help identify potential partners
• Assist with day-to-day research, administrative and outreach tasks

TIME COMMITMENT:

3 months minimum required. Work in office minimum 2 days a week 11am-5pm

OTHER INFO:

• Unpaid internship with benefits such as:
• Opportunity to learn with a non-profit/ film festival/ advocacy organization
• Build contacts in the independent film/ media/ educational/ humanitarian/ human rights sector
• Each intern will be required to work on a project during their internship. This can be anything from a short documentary to an advocacy campaign - if it sets your soul on fire, we want to help it come into fruition. You will get consulting sessions throughout your time with us, we will connect you to new ideas and potential partners. More importantly, you will get a platform to graduate your passion from ideation to creation.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your CV and a Cover letter demonstrating familiarity with our work to apply@simaawards.org