Internship Opportunities

The Environmental Education and Animal Behavior Internship is designed to give college students practical experience in animal observation, education, and conservation. This program also includes the opportunity to gain a broad insight to the Zoo community and how it operates. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Zoo everyday while providing an educational experience to our guests. •Animal Observation and Monitoring - Under the supervision of the intern manager and working with members of our animal staff, interns are responsible for the monitoring and observation of the animals in various locations in the Zoo. Each intern is also responsible for the development and execution of an individual observation project designed to assist the Zoo in gathering information on the behaviors of a specific in-house species. •Zoo-wide Interpretation. Through formal presentations, informal conversations and research activities, interns will interpret many of the daily activities that take place in the Zoo. Interns participate in daily talks and interpretation of animal feeding and training demonstrations throughout the Zoo. Interns also staff “Exploration Stations” strategically located throughout the Zoo. Each station is equipped with interactive activities or biofacts (skins, skulls, teeth, etc.) relating to a specific animal and its conservation. Interns encourage visitors to participate, touch, and ask questions that will increase their knowledge of the animals in the Zoo. •Meet Zoo Professionals. This internship will provide the opportunity to meet professionals in the Zoo field from Keepers to Veterinarians to Conservationists in order to learn how the Zoo works and how they achieved their careers. This unpaid internship is open to students of any major with at least a 2.5 GPA. Internships run throughout the year and the application process is continuous. Applications for the summer are due by March 15. The internship lasts at least 10-12 weeks and interns must be available 8 hours a week during the fall, winter and spring season, and 24 hours a week during the summer season. Applications are only accepted online. Submit your application including resume, transcripts and letter of recommendation at http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Career-Internships. **ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED** All interns are required to complete a PA Child Abuse Clearance Form and State Criminal Background Check prior to beginning work at the Philadelphia Zoo.

As a research associate working at a Latin American oriented think tank, interns will be writing articles for COHA’s highly regarded publication, the Washington Report on the Hemisphere (WRH); composing Opinion-Editorials and letters to the editor for publication in major national and international news media; performing personal interviews in Washington D.C.; attending Congressional hearings, legislative seminars, and various events on topics relevant to COHA’s work; and assisting in office administration tasks such as maintaining subscription lists. Applicants with high computer literacy are encouraged to apply.

The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue.  Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole and George Mitchell, the BPC combines politically-balanced policymaking with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach.  

As the only Washington, DC-based think tank that actively promotes bipartisanship, the BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation.  Our policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, and academics and advocates who represent both ends of the political spectrum.  We are currently focused on health and nutrition, energy, foreign affairs and homeland security, housing, the economy, and democracy.

Further, the BPC is committed to seeing our policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through the Bipartisan Policy Center Advocacy Network (BPCAN), our (c)(4) affiliate, we engage in advocacy and strategic outreach and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country.

The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) offers full-time summer, and part-time fall and spring internships each academic semester. Qualified candidates will be highly motivated and energetic self-starters. Interns will assist individual projects and departments in several capacities and should be enthusiastic about working on a variety of tasks. Candidates must be team players and express an interest in one of the BPC’s various policy projects or functional areas:  

·         National Security Project (Foreign Policy Project & Homeland Security Project)

·         Energy Project

·         Health Project; Nutrition and Physical Activity Initiative

·         Financial Regulatory Reform Initiative

·         Immigration Task Force

·         Economic Policy Project

·         Housing Commission

·         Democracy Project

·         Government Relations

·         Communications

·         Development

 

Fall & Spring Programs

During the fall and spring semesters, internships are part-time and unpaid and applicants must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. The fall and spring internship programs at the BPC are flexible, allowing students to gain valuable experience while maintaining their regular class schedules. Interns will provide functional support, conduct research, and work directly with project analysts and staff in various capacities.

Summer Program

BPC has a robust summer internship program. Summer interns are paid $12.50/hour for up to 10 weeks of work (cap of $5000). Interns work full time and are assigned to a specific BPC project or functional area. Summer interns are not required to be enrolled in school at the time of application. Non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply, but must have a valid work permit or visa verifying eligibility to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

Interns provide administrative support, assist with events and meetings, conduct research and assist with the development and writing of reports, white papers and proposals. While interns work closely with their project teams, there are also opportunities to learn from and be exposed to the wide range of issues addressed by the organization. The program includes weekly lunches with project directors, senior fellows and other senior members of the organization to discuss policy, politics and career paths.

Please visit the Bipartisan Poliy Center's website for more information about the organization and our policy projects.
 

Application Deadlines

·         Fall internships: September 1^st  

·         Spring internships: January 4^th

·         Summer Internships: March 1^st

Application Process:

Please submit all required materials via email to bpcinternships@bipartisanpolicy.org. Please do not send multiple submissions. Due to the number of applications received, we are unable to contact those who have not been selected for an internship. No phone calls please.

Required materials:

1. Cover Letter – please indicate your top two areas of interest from BPC’s project and functional areas listed above.

2. Resume

3. Writing Sample of approximately 3 pages

4. College or University Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)

5. Please provide phone and email contact information for 1-2 references, including a professor or other individual familiar with your work.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Bipartisan Policy Center is an equal opportunity employer and believes that our work benefits from diversity across the organization. Decisions to hire and promote are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to reach a broad and diverse candidate pool in filling our positions.
 

For more than 30 years, the Council on Hemispheric Affairs (COHA), a major tax-exempt, nonprofit, and nonpartisan national research and information organization, has offered internships in Washington in the fields of U.S., Latin American, and Canadian relations. Interns play an integral role in COHA's activities, which include the following: issuing statements and providing commentary to the print and electronic media; submitting articles on hemispheric issues to regional and national media; monitoring human rights and press freedom violations; promoting constructive U.S. policy initiatives; formulating viable alternatives that seek a diplomatic rather than a military solution to disputes; attending briefings by visiting Latin American dignitaries; and surveying legislation focused on social justice and the expansion of authentic democratic institutions.

The Global Classroom series explores the critical trends, challenges and solutions to some of our world’s most pressing problems. We invite you to join us to: Research topics from Lester R. Brown’s book: “Plan B: Mobilizing to Save Civilization” Gain experience presenting topics using the 270º visualization environment of the World Resource SimCenter. Work in teams with international students, learn from their cultures and spend your summer making a difference. This eleven-week program will address the global energy challenges and how these challenges can be overcome by transitioning to a new energy economy. Brown’s book stresses the need to cut global carbon emissions, control world population, eradicate poverty and preserve the planet’s natural landscape. You will complete the Global Classroom with a strong understanding of current global issues and how we can solve them.

Non-Profit Business Management Internship for Non-Profit Theater Conservatory! Leadership Training Program for Non-Profit Theater Conservatory! This is an intensive Leadership Training Program in non-profit business management. Interns receive hands-on training in an award-winning theater arts and community service organization. We are looking for individuals with the ability to lead, manage teams, work independently, communicate effectively on the phone, in person and in writing and interact in a fast-paced business environment. We are looking for idealists and leaders who can put their thoughts and insights into action; positive, enthusiastic individuals who want to make a difference in the world and are committed to upholding the legacy and tradition of theater in the belief that theater can change a life and make the world a better place for everyone. The interns' primary responsibility is to manage the daily administrative operations of the organization and to take a leadership role in programming initiatives. There will be opportunities to work closely with the senior staff in administrating and producing on-going classes and workshops for professional actors and in community programs that serve Youth-at-Risk. Under the supervision of the ATW staff, interns will be accountable for the completion of projects in management of ATW's studio rental business, administration, team management, marketing, development, sales, fund-raising, video production, event planning, and graphic design. For international applicants, English fluency is required. Please do not apply unless you can already speak, read and write in English with ease in a fast-paced business environment. If your skill is not at this level, please get the necessary training before you apply. Internships are available for 4 to 18 months in duration and are 40+ hrs per week. This is a non-paid training program.

Location:  New York City

Description:  Part-Time Internships for Award-winning Non-profit Theater in NYC!

Location: New York City

Description: Non-Profit Management/Video Internship for Award-Winning Non-Profit Theater Conservatory in NYC!