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Fall 2014 International Program Intern
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Job Description: The Center for Economic and Policy Research is currently
looking for a full-time International Program Intern for Fall 2014
(September 2nd-December 19th).
Responsibilities include assisting staff with research on upcoming papers
and opinion pieces; organizing events with Latin American delegations,
CEPR staff, and visiting academics; assisting in tracking and logging
press mentions; as well as working on outreach to press, advocacy
organizations, and Congress.
The responsibilities vary based on their interests and experience, as well
as the particular issues that CEPR is working on at the time. Interns will
be able to attend relevant events around Washington, DC.
Qualifications: We are looking for applicants with a general understanding
of economics, international relations, and democracy issues, and an
interest in economic justice. Previous research, data and/or outreach
experience is extremely helpful; interns with strong economics or foreign
policy experience (including Master's degrees) will have the opportunity
to engage in serious research, and those with strong organizing or
outreach experience will have event management opportunities. The intern
will need to be fluent in Spanish, including the ability to perform
accurate written translations; able to work in a fast-paced environment
with limited management; and be a self-starter and independent learner.
Should have excellent writing and communications skills.
Stipend: $1,588.41 per month, plus up to $250 for health insurance
reimbursement per month.
Closing Date of Position: June 6, 2014.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and a brief (2 page) answer to the
question "How can the US improve its foreign policy toward Latin America?"
via email to internationalintern[at]cepr.
[mailto:internationalintern@
Organization Description: The Center for Economic and Policy Research
(CEPR) was established in 1999 to promote democratic debate on the most
important economic and social issues that affect people's lives. It is an
independent nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR is
committed to presenting issues in an accurate and understandable manner,
so that the public is better prepared to choose among the various policy
options.
CEPR is an ideal place to learn about current economic and global justice
issues in a friendly, relaxed and fun environment. Work schedules are
flexible.
CEPR is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants for all
positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national
origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or
any legally protected status.
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think tank that was established to promote democratic debate on the most
important economic and social issues that affect people's lives. CEPR's
Advisory Board includes Nobel Laureate economists Robert Solow and Joseph
Stiglitz; Janet Gornick, Professor at the CUNY Graduate Center and
Director of the Luxembourg Income Study; and Richard Freeman, Professor of
Economics at Harvard University.
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