Message-ID: <MAC.960205164650@maine.maine.EDU> Date: Mon, 5 Feb 1996 16:46:50 EST From: "Dennis McConnell - UMaine, U.S.A." <mailto:mac@MAINE.MAINE.EDU> Subject: IREX Internship in Washington, DC To: Multiple recipients of list DEVEL-L <mailto:DEVEL-L@AMERICAN.EDU>
Perhaps someone on the list knows of students in the Washington,
DC area who might benefit from the internship described in the
attached announcement.
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Internship Position
Central and Eastern European Programs Division
International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX)
Washington, DC
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The International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX) seeks a
qualified intern to assist its Central and Eastern European
Programs Division with coordination of the USIA-funded Central
and Eastern European Graduate Fellowship program. Position will
begin as soon as possible.
Position Responsibilities
* Compiling resume book for Central and Eastern European Graduate
Fellowship (CEEGF) program
* Researching U.S. investment in Central and Eastern Europe
* Assisting with coordination of Spring workshops for CEEGF
scholars
Preferred Qualifications
* Strong computer skills (Windows applications)
* Editing skills; attention to detail
* Experience with Central and Eastern Europe
* Regional language preferred (not required)
The successful intern would be offered an honorarium upon
completion of the internship.
ABOUT IREX
Founded in 1968, the International Research & Exchanges Board
(IREX) provides field access for US specialists to scholars,
policymakers, and research resources of the Newly Independent
States of Eurasia, Central and Eastern Europe, and Mongolia. IREX
builds upon strong organizational alliances with major US acade-
mic, government, foundation, business, and media partners.
For more information about specific IREX programs, please visit
the IREX web site at http://www.irex.org
THE IREX INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The IREX Internship Program is designed to give students and
young professionals the opportunity to develop valuable skills
and firsthand experience in the field of international exchanges
and training programs.
IREX interns are given independent special assignments in addi-
tion to working closely with experienced staff on long-term and
on-going projects.
All internships are offered on an un-salaried basis and can be
either part-time or full-time. Preference is given to persons
who can give at least 15 hours per week. Interns will be given a
signed letter of recommendation upon the successful completion of
their specific program.
Send cover letter and resume to:
Tamara L. Dunbar, Program Associate
International Research & Exchanges Board
1616 H Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20006
Tel: 202-628-8188
E-mail: mailto:tdunbar@irex.org
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