Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs (Outside Boston)
170 East 64th Street, New York, NY 10021

Description:
The Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs is a forum that encourages research and education in ethics and international policy, exploring ethical dilemmas posed by issues such as deadly conflict, human rights violations, environmental protection, global economic disparities, and the politics of reconciliation. The Carnegie Council is an independent, nonprofit educational institution that seeks to engage the world's best minds in attempting to clarify the relationship between ethics and world affairs. Headquartered in New York, but with an increasingly broad international reach, the Carnegie Council provides educational experiences in which participants from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to share their ideas and learn from one another.

The Carnegie Council offers academic semester and summer internships. Typical responsibilities include: conducting research tasks, maintaining and collecting information on foundations, and fundraising, proofreading, assisting with administrative duties for seminars and conferences, and fact-checking written work . Interns are encouraged to attend Council events, including seminars, public lectures, and conferences. Council internships generally last one semester.

A minimum commitment of 10 hours a week is required during the semester, and 25 hours a week during the summer period. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic standing and knowledge of international affairs. Candidates with strong research and writing skills are preferred.

The Carter Center (Outside Boston)
Peter Mather, Ph.D., Director, Educational Programs
One Copenhill, Atlanta, GA 30307
or contact us either by phone at (404) 420-5179 or by fax at (404) 420-5196

Description:
The Carter Center is a non-profit organization guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health. The Carter Center offers opportunities for undergraduate juniors and seniors, recent graduates, and graduate/professional students who are interested in contemporary international and domestic issues. The internship program is recognized both nationally and internationally and has special appeal for those who wish to combine academic study with practical application and experience.

Internships are offered throughout the year to undergraduate juniors and seniors, recent graduates, and graduate/professional students who have demonstrated superior academic ability and who have course work, professional or personal experience, and career interests related to Carter Center programs. Interns are required to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week for at least 15 weeks.

In order to accommodate the increasing numbers, intern applicants are asked to indicate, in order of preference, no more than two programs in which they would like to participate and to submit copies of application materials for each program chosen in addition to the originals (i.e. three sets for two programs chosen/two sets for one program chosen).

The deadlines are: for fall (September--December)--June 15; spring (January--May)--October 15; and summer (June--August)--March 15.

Consulate General of Israel to New England
20 Park Plaza, Suite 1020, Boston, MA 02116
phone: (617) 535-0200 / fax: (617) 535-0255
contact: Allison Greenspan - (617) 535-0208, or email: information@boston.mfa.gov.il

Description:
Looking for motivated, responsible students with a knowledge of Israel to work in the Public Affairs Department. Knowledge of Hebrew is a plus, and internships are available year-round.

Environmental Defense Fund (Outside Boston)
257 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10010
Or for more information go to the Earthwatch Institute website.

Description:
The Environmental Defense Fund brings together experts in science, law and economics to tackle complex environmental issues that affect the oceans, air, natural resources, and species of the world. In addition to publishing reports on program activities, the Environmental Defense produces print and email newsletters, fact sheets and educational materials on "green" behavior, and business practices that can help sustain and improve the environment.

EU Commission Stagiaires/Traineeships Program Traineeships Office (Outside Boston)
B100 1/7,
European Commission, B-1049 Brussels, Belgium
http://europa.eu.int/comm/index_en.htm
http://www.europa.eu.int/comm/stages/index_en.htm

Description:
The EU Commission Stagiaires/Traineeship Program is a program with the European Commission that offers two five-month periods of in-service training (stages) for young university graduates from the member states of the European Union and to a number of nationals from non-member countries. These training periods involve work experience in one of the Commission's departments and run from 1 March and 1 October each year. It is difficult to give an exact description of the type of work given to trainees (stagiaires), but it is typically equivalent to that given to junior executive-grade officials, e.g. compiling information and documentation, organizing working groups, forums, public hearings and meetings, preparing reports and replying to queries, participation in team meetings, filing, linguistic revision of texts, etc.

To apply, you must have a university degree or the equivalent; you must have a thorough knowledge of one Community language and a satisfactory knowledge of one other (for candidates from non-Member States, knowledge of one Community language), and you must be age 30 or under.

Foreign Affairs (Outside Boston)
58 East 58th Street, New York, NY 10065
(212) 434-9507

Description:
The internship is a full-time, paid position offering an exceptional training in serious journalism. The length of the internship is one year, beginning in August. The intern works as an assistant editor with substantial responsibility. Interns are involved in all aspects of the editorial process- editing, proofreading, evaluating manuscripts, research, fact-checking, and production work.

Eligibility: Previous interns have included recent graduates from undergraduate and master's programs. Candidates should have a serious interest in international relations, a flair for writing, and a facility with the English language.

Stipend: The academic year internship carries a salary of $32,000 per year.

Deadline: Applications for the 2008-2009 academic year internship are due by Friday, March 14, 2008.

Requirements: Cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, and three writing samples (5 pages or less).  Please send all materials to:

Editorial Internships
Foreign Affairs
58 East 68th Street
New York, NY 10065

Interviews: Finalists will be interviewed in person.  The volume of applicants makes it impossible for us to give informational interviews.

For additional information: Contact our editorial assistant at (212) 434-9507 or visit our website at www.foreignaffairs.org.

Freedom House (Outside Boston)
Please send cover letter, resume, and references to: Shontell Robinson
1319 18th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036
fax: (202) 296-5078 / email: humanresources@freedomhouse.org 

Description:
Freedom House is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that serves as a clear voice for democracy and freedom around the world. Through a vast array of international programs and publications, Freedom House works to advance the worldwide expansion of political and economic freedom.

Freedom House employs interns year around. They are currently looking for Finance Interns for the summer and possibly all or part of the school year for approximately 20-40 hours per week. This internship is perfect for individuals who want to experience all aspects of finance within a non-profit. Applicants must have the ability to communicate effectively in English. Experience in an office setting is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is a must. Knowledge of an automated accounting software preferred. Interest in international affairs and human rights preferred.

Global Policy Forum (Outside Boston)
777 UN Plaza, Suite 7G, New York, NY 10017, USA
phone: (212) 557-3161 / fax: (212) 557-3165

Description:
Global Policy Forum is located across the street from the UN headquarters in New York. GPF has consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council and works on peace and human security (with special emphasis on the UN Security Council), global, Social, and Economic Policy, and the UN Financial Crisis. GPF also works on such topics as International Justice, Sanctions policy, and Global Taxes. GPF works in partnership with NGOs and citizen organizations around the world, including the World Federalist Movement, Amnesty International, Save the Children, Medecins sans Frontieres, WEED, Third World Network and Oxfam. GPF works with scholars, experts and research institutes in a number of countries to produce high quality analysis and to provide reliable data.

Global Policy Forum welcomes qualified undergraduates to apply, as well as graduate students, for internship positions. GPF is looking for applicants with internet and web skills and who are students of Political Science/International Law, Political Economy or International Public Policy Studies. GPF especially encourages applications from those with broad international travel and work experience. Each intern will work in one or more well-defined area, known at GPF as "portfolios", and include Security Council, Social and Economic Policy, NGOs, International Justice, UN Finance, Nations & States, and Globalization. Interns may also work on specialized topics such as Sanctions, Global Taxes, Peacekeeping, and Natural Resources & Conflict. GPF internships are unpaid.

Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis, Inc.
675 Mass Ave, 10th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02139
phone: (617) 492-2116 / fax: (617) 492-8242 / contact: Dr. Charles Perry - email: mail@ifpa.org

Description:
Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis is a foreign and defense policy think tank regularly offers one paid summer internship for an undergraduate student. Interns provide support in basic research, maintain research files, and assist in overall administrative tasks. The internship begins at the end of May and continues throughout the summer, with actual start and finish dates flexible to accommodate academic schedules. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and a brief ( 5 p) writing sample, preferably on a related topic. For more information, visit the web site.

International Law Institute (Outside Boston)
1615 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009, USA
phone: (202) 483-3036 / fax: (202) 483-3029 / e-mail: training@ili.org

There are many internship opportunities available.

Description:
The International Law Institute is a private, non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C. Chartered by Georgetown University in 1955, the ILI is an independent, self-governing body that conducts training seminars, hosts conferences, and presents research and publications on international trade and development. The seminars are designed to train both government and private sector officials from developing nations to manage their organizations more efficiently. They work to solve problems faced by the international community through economic development and rule of law.

Just Foreign Policy (Outside Boston)
phone: (202) (202) 448-2898 / e-mail: info@justforeignpolicy.org

Description:
Just Foreign Policy is an independent and non-partisan mass membership organization dedicated to reforming U.S. foreign policy through coordinating the broad majority of Americans to advocate their interests and values. Although just foreign policy will focus exclusively on foreign policy, we appeal directly to Americans for whom foreign policy is not a primary concern. U.S. foreign policy therefore threatens to impedeperhaps as never beforethe country's economic and social progress. It has become extremely important to the lives of all Americans, and we cannot afford to leave it in the hands of the "experts" without influence from the public.

Just Foreign Policy is looking for interns with strong writing skills, orientation to detail, and the ability to work independently. Experience with web design, internet organizing, or creative work such as illustrations, graphics and video is a big plus.

OAS Student Intern Program (Outside Boston)

Completed applications may be sent:
By mail to:
Mary Baldwin, OAS Student Intern Program Coordinator
Department of Human Resource Services
Organization of American States
1889 F Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20006, U.S.A.
By fax: (202) 458-6276 or by e-mail: as attachments to MBaldwin@oas.org 
For more information and for application visit our website.

Description:
The OAS Student Intern Program is designed for junior, senior and graduate students at the university level to allow them to work within their fields of study. The Program, although unpaid, is very competitive; in order to be selected, students must have at least a 3.0 GPA, a good command of two of the four official languages of the Organization: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish. Interns are required to attend a mandatory cycle of weekly meetings with senior officials to provide them with a clear insight into overall OAS activities.

United Nations (Outside Boston)
Applications are to be submitted no earlier than 12 months, and no later than 4 months, before the start of the desired internship period: preferably by e-mail OHRM_interns@un.org; or by fax (212) 963-3683 (addressed to the Internship Coordinator); or by mail to:
Internship Coordinator, Room S-2500J, United Nations, New York, N.Y. 10017, U.S.A.

Description:
The United Nations Internship program's objective is threefold: to provide a framework by which graduate and post-graduate students from diverse academic backgrounds may be assigned to United Nations offices where their educational experience can be enhanced through practical work assignments; to expose them to the work of the United Nations; and to provide UN offices with the assistance of highly qualified students specializing in various professional fields.

Eligible candidates interested in doing an internship at the United Nations Headquarters in New York must submit: A completed, official UN Internship application form, an up-to-date curriculum vitae (resume); and an essay (150-250 words) stating the reasons for which they are seeking an internship with the United Nations Headquarters Secretariat.

United Nations Association of Greater Boston
Students interested in applying should submit a resume and cover letter to the address below or email to unagb@gis.net.
One Milk Street,  Boston, MA. 02109
phone: (617) 482-4587 / fax. (617) 482-0937

Description:
The United Nations Association of Greater Boston is a nonpartisan, nonprofit membership organization. The United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNA-GB) is a leading chapter of the United Nations Association-USA. The mission of UNA-GB is to increase public awareness of the value and work of the United Nations and its specialized Agencies and Committees, and to build public understanding of, and support for, the fundamental concepts of the United Nations.

UNA-GB relies heavily on its volunteers and interns to assist in all aspects of the programming that takes place throughout the year. Interns are given a high level of responsibility in planning events, compiling information, assisting with educational outreach presentations and editing the newsletter. Interns can expect to learn about all aspects of producing and coordinating programs in a non-profit organization.

The internships are for varying lengths of time, with interviews and selections taking place in April/May for the summer, August/September for the fall and December/January for the winter. The time commitment is from 10-40 hrs/week, with a minimum requirement of 10-15 hours/week. Due to the non-profit nature of the organization internships are unpaid.

UNEP (United Nations Environmental Program) (Outside Boston)
Internship Program
Staff Development and Training Unit
Human Resource and Management Service
United Nations Office at Nairobi
P.O.Box 67578, Nairobi, Kenya
phone: 254-2-623567 / fax: 254-2-623789 / e-mail: winnie.mutua@unon.org

Description:
UNEP is the voice for the environment within the United Nations system. UNEP acts as a catalyst, advocate, educator and facilitator to promote the wise use and sustainable development of the global environment. UNEP works with a wide range of partners, including United Nations entities, international organizations, national governments, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and civil society.

The Applicant MUST:

1. Be currently enrolled in a third or fourth year of under-graduate (BA/BSc) or in a graduate (Masters) or post-graduate (PhD) program (NB: applicants pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages should have completed at least three years of university studies)
2. Submit an endorsement from the Nominating/Sponsoring Institution.
3. Be willing to intern on a full-time basis spending five days a week usually for a period of not less than THREE MONTHS and not exceeding SIX MONTHS.

UNEP/GRID (Outside Boston)
UNEP/DEWA/GRID-Geneva
International Environment House
11 Chemin des Anémones
1219 Chtelaine, Switzerland
phone: (41 22) 917-8294/95 / fax: (41 22) 917-80

Description:
UNEP/GRID is part of UNEP's global network of environmental information centers, known as the Global Resource Information Database (GRID). GRID aims to provide and facilitate access to environmental data and information for decision-making and policy setting, and to underpin UNEP's review of the state of the world's environment and provide early warning on emerging environmental threats.

The UNEP/GRID internship program aims to provide practical experience which complements a student's field of study and at the same time benefits UNEP/GRID-Geneva's work; to promote among the students a better understanding of major global environmental problems confronting the world and to give them an insight into how UNEP attempts to find solutions to these problems, and; to expose the students to UNEP and its policies and programs and have them become ambassadors of good will. The Internship takes place at the UNEP/GRID-Geneva Office in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Applicant MUST:

1. Be currently enrolled in a third or fourth year of under-graduate or in a graduate or post-graduate program.
2. Be willing to intern on a full-time basis spending five days a week usually for a period of not less than three months and not exceeding six months.

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) (Outside Boston)
Internship Program, Staff Training and Career Development Section
Bureau of Human Resources Management
7, Place de Fontenoy
75352 PARIS 07 SP

Description:
UNESCO'S main objective is to contribute to peace and security in the world by promoting collaboration among nations through education, science, culture and communication in order to further universal respect for justice, for the rule of law and for the human rights and fundamental freedoms which are affirmed for the peoples of the world, without distinction of race, sex, language or religion, by the Charter of the United Nations.

Conditions for Acceptance: Graduate or post-graduate students. UNESCO accepts interns for periods between one and three months. Applicants should be proficient in at least one of the Secretariat working languages (English or French). Individual internships are unpaid. All expenditures including travel to and from the place are the applicant's responsibility.

Application Procedure: Applications can be obtained either at the UNESCO reception, or by mail.

Application form should be sent in duplicate (1 original + 1 copy), three to six months before the commencement of the internship to the Permanent Delegation to UNESCO of the applicant's country of nationality. All applications must be accompanied by a recent photograph and a copy of the highest degree obtained.

UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Program) (Outside Boston)

Description:
UN-Habitat is the United Nations agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The mission of UN-HABITAT is to promote sustainable urbanization through policy formulation, institutional reform, capacity-building, technical cooperation and advocacy, and to monitor and improve the state of human settlements worldwide.

The Internship Program strives to provide current students with important practical experience which complements their field of study, and at the same time benefits the UN offices to which the intern is assigned; to promote among the students a better understanding of major global problems confronting the world and to give them an insight into how the UN attempts to find solutions to these problems, and; to expose the students to the UN and its policies and programs and have them become ambassadors of good will.

Internship assignments take place both at the Offices in Nairobi, and in the case of UNEP, also at offices away from Headquarters. The preferred location of internship is requested on the application form. Intern should have fluency in either English or French. The Applicant must be currently enrolled in a third or fourth year of under-graduate (BA/BSc) or in a graduate (Masters) or post-graduate (PhD) program; Submit an endorsement from the Nominating/Sponsoring Institution; Be willing to intern on a full-time basis spending five days a week usually for a period of not less than THREE MONTHS and not exceeding SIX MONTHS.

UNHCR (United Nations Refugee Center) (Outside Boston)
The Staff Development Section
Case Postale 2500, CH-1211 Geneva 2 Depot, Switzerland
email: interns@unhcr.ch / fax: +41 22 739 7369.

Or directly to a UNHCR Branch Office where one has a particular interest in serving an Internship, if you have the address.

Download the application form: PDF; Send a paper explaining why an Internship with UNHCR is being sought, and what is expected from the experience.

Description:
UNHCR is mandated to lead and coordinate international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems worldwide. Its primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally, or to resettle in a third country.

The UNHCR Internship aims to provide interns with an opportunity to gain practical work experience related to their academic program or future work in a field related to UNHCR's mission; to enable UNHCR work units and offices to benefit from the work undertaken by Interns. Typically Interns are undergraduate or graduate students studying in the area of law, political science, economic and social development, international relations, public policy and administration.

UNIDO (United Nations Industrial Development Organization) (Outside Boston)
Human Resource Management Branch, Room D1667
UNIDO
P.O.Box 300
Vienna International Center
A-1400 Vienna, Austria
Fax: (+43) 1 26026-6834

The application has to be endorsed by a sponsoring authority, such as university, college or Permanent Mission accredited to UNIDO.

Description:
UNIDO helps developing countries with economies in transition fight against marginalization in today's globalized world. It mobilizes knowledge, skills, information and technology to promote productive employment, a competitive economy, and a sound environment. As part of the United Nations common system, UNIDO is responsible for promoting industrialization throughout the developing world, in cooperation with its 170 Member States. Its headquarters are in Vienna, and it is represented in 35 developing countries.

The UNIDO internship program is for participants who have completed an advanced university degree or who are enrolled in the last year of such a program. UNIDO accepts a limited number of unpaid interns who wish to obtain practical experience in the work of UNIDO, or to conduct research on items of direct relevance to UNIDO's program of work. Areas of work include: economics, international law (with an interest in investment and technology), economics and/or statistics (preferably with orientation on industrial issues), international relations, public and business administration, social sciences (preferably with a focus on political science/international relations), chemistry, biotechnology, engineering (preferably in energy/environment, food processing or related fields), information science, and data processing and data base management

U.S. Department of State (D.C. and Abroad)
HR/REE/REC, 2401 E Street
NW, Suite 518 H
Washington, DC 20522

Careers@state.gov: General recruitment and medical clearance questions
FSMentors@state.gov: Contact a Foreign Service Officer or Foreign Service Specialist Mentor to learn more about life in the Foreign Service.
Securityclearance@state.gov: Security clearance and e-QIP questions

Description: The U.S. Department of State is focused on accomplishing America's mission of diplomacy at home and around the world. The men and women employed by the Department of State with their skills, character and commitment to public service, are the backbone of America's diplomacy. They represent the people and advocate the interests of the U.S. to the rest of the world.

Opportunities for internships fall into two broad categories: The Foreign Service and the Civil Service. Internships are offered both domestically and abroad. Intern duties and responsibilities may vary according to the post or office of assignment. For instance, interns may write reports on human rights issues, assist with trade negotiations, assist with citizens services or visa work, help Americans in distress abroad, or organize conferences or visits of high-level officials. Others may research economic or environmental issues, write news stories, work on web pages or help produce electronic journals. Interns with scientific and technical backgrounds might work with issues such as arms control, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), infectious diseases, and remote sensing.

Those interested in management may use their expertise working on projects involving budgets, human resources, information systems, or general logistical support to posts abroad. Some may be involved in educational and cultural exchange activities. Interns are also instrumental in the recruiting of U.S.
speakers and specialists for overseas programs.

Interns are accepted year-round. The majority of internships are unpaid, aside from a limited number that are funded for students who can demonstrate financial need.

The Washington Center Internship Program (Outside Boston)
For more information and application information, visit our website.

Description:
The Washington Center Internship Program is an independent nonprofit organization that provides internship programs and academic seminars to college students from across the country and around the world. The Washington Center is affiliated with more than 850 colleges and universities nationwide and work with 2,000-3,000 internship placements in Washington representing major professional fields in the private, public and nonprofit sector. There is a general internship program as well as a discipline-based internship program.

World Affairs Council of Boston
One Milk Street, Boston, MA 02199
phone: (617) 542-8995 / fax: (617) 423-7918

Description:
The World Affairs Council of Boston (WAC) is a private, non-profit, non-partisan organization located in Boston. Since its founding in 1949, the World Affairs Council of Boston has been dedicated to increasing public awareness about issues of global concern by organizing forums and lectures on current international affairs. The organization is seeking college level juniors and seniors who are motivated self-starters with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Must be well-organized, detail-oriented, thorough. Strong research, writing, analytical and critical thinking skills a must. Ability to utilize computer software such as Excel, Microsoft Word, Works, Internet, required, knowledge of PageMaker desirable. Experience with non-profit or membership organization helpful. Interest and background in international relations or political science strongly desired. If interested in any internships, please mail or fax cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation to: Elizabeth J. Streiff, Director of World Affairs.

WorldBoston
Elizabeth Streiff, Director, World Affairs
One Milk Street, 3rd Fl., Boston, MA 02109
fax: (617) 482-1739 / e-mail: estreiff@worldboston.org

Description:
WorldBoston is a catalyst for global engagement, fostering cultural perspectives and promoting global thinking in individuals and organizations through a variety of programs. For residents, businesses and institutions of Greater Boston and around the globe, WorldBoston is a staging ground for international forums, one-on-one dialogue, networking, and personal and professional growth. Among other responsibilities, interns will be in charge of scheduling visits and hosting international visitors who are invited to the US under the auspices of the US government.

Send resumes to:
All resumes must be accompanied by a cover letter and letter of reference to be considered for open positions. All internships are unpaid.

SUBMISSION DATES:
Please note these are recommended submission dates. Applications for internships are accepted on a rolling basis and decisions are made based on the qualifications of each candidate.

• Spring internships: It is recommended that you submit your application before Thanksgiving (end of November) for consideration for a spring internship. Positions are generally filled by the beginning of December, though they may be filled earlier.
• Summer internships: It is recommended that you submit your application by mid-May for consideration for a summer internship. Positions are generally filled by the end of May, though they may be filled earlier.
• Fall internships: It is recommended you submit your application by the beginning of September for consideration for a fall internship. Positions are generally filled by mid-September, though they may be filled earlier.

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