Intern, Programs and Events (Unpaid)
Middle East Institute
Intern, Programs and Events (Unpaid)
Middle East Institute
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Posted about 1 month ago
Internship
Washington, District of Columbia
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will assist in planning and executing events for the Programs and Events Department, which organizes public and private webinars, roundtables, panels, and conferences. Responsibilities include logistical and communications support, occasional research, writing tasks, and analyzing event data.
Qualifications
This internship is ideal for current students or recent graduates with a strong interest in the Middle East and event planning. Key qualifications include excellent communication, writing, and multitasking skills, as well as proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office. Experience in event management, marketing, and outreach is a plus.
Job Description
The Programs and Events Department organizes and manages all public and private webinars, roundtables, panels, and conferences. This team works closely with all other departments to ensure that programming aligns with MEI’s mission, remains timely and relevant, and fosters meaningful discussions on Middle East-related issues.
Internship Description
As an intern in the Programs and Events Department, you will assist in planning and executing MEI’s events. Your responsibilities will include logistical and communications support, as well as occasional research and writing tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with event-related research, outreach, and planning
- Support interdepartmental communication regarding event logistics
- Attend webinars, roundtables, and panels, and take notes
- Analyze event data to help identify new public engagement opportunities
- Assist with administrative and operational tasks as needed
Educational Objectives:
- Gain practical experience in event management and communications
- Develop skills in research, writing, data entry, analysis, budgeting, and public outreach
- Learn about event planning within a think tank/non-profit environment
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in or a recent graduate of a bachelor’s program in International Relations, Political Science, Middle East Studies, Communications, Management, or a related field
- Strong demonstrated interest in the Middle East and event planning
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, writing, and multitasking skills
- Experience in event management, marketing, and outreach/communications
- Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (Salesforce or other CRM experience is a plus)
- Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience in nonprofit event management
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Networking opportunities within the industry
Note: Please be aware that this is an unpaid internship with no promise or expectation of compensation, express or implied. Furthermore, participation in this internship does not entitle interns to a paid job after the internship.
Middle East Institute
Founded in 1946, the Middle East Institute (MEI) is the oldest Washington, DC-based institution dedicated exclusively to the study of the Middle East. Its founders, scholar George Camp Keiser and former US Secretary of State Christian Herter laid out a simple mandate: “to increase knowledge of the Middle East among the citizens of the United States and to promote a better understanding between the people of these two areas.” MEI is a respected, non-partisan voice in the field of Middle East studies.
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