[YEP-DC] Internship posting with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Good morning, 

I would like to have an internship position posted on the YEP-DC distribution list if possible. Please see below for the position information be in touch should you have any questions. Thank you!

Jaimie

Title: Programming and Staff Intern

Department: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Center for Education and Workforce

Department Description:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's (USCCF) Center for Education and Workforce seeks to strengthen American competitiveness through education and skills training. Through its programs, publications, and policy initiatives—and drawing upon the Chamber's extensive network of members—we inform and mobilize business to be more engaged partners, challenge the status quo, and connect education and workforce reforms to economic development.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business organization representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions. Our members range from mom-and-pop shops and local chambers to leading industry associations and large corporations. They all share one thing in common—they count on the Chamber to be their voice in Washington, D.C.

Duties/Responsibilities:

This summer, the Center for Education and Workforce will execute various programs of work on K–12 education, youth employment, higher education, and workforce training. Qualified candidates will assist with the planning and execution of all education and workforce events, supporting communications efforts, and collecting and analyzing research in support of these efforts. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

·         Assisting the Education and Workforce team with outreach to state and local business and education groups

·         Assisting with event planning and logistics

·         Staffing in-town events

·         Writing blogs and managing social media

·         Providing briefing materials to help staff prepare for meetings

·         Providing research and analysis on various education and workforce topics and policies in scholarly articles as well as current news and media

·         Executing special projects as assigned

 

Qualifications Required:

Must be receiving college credit for the internship. Must be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or law program at an accredited college/university. Must be available to work at least 20 to 25 hours a week. Interest in education and workforce issues is required.

Desired: strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; self-starter; problem-solver; and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

For more information on the Foundation's Center for Education and Workforce or the U.S. Chamber visit http://uschamberfoundation.org/CEW.

 

Please send your application, resume, and cover letter to Jaimie Francis at jfrancis@uschamber.com

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