International Studies Jobs, Internships and Fellowships
The Foreign Policy Association internship/job listings:
http://www.fpa.org/jobs_contact2423/jobs_contact.htm
University of Bridgeport links to organizations, jobs, internships and fellowships for international studies students:
http://www.bridgeport.edu/ic/links.html
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program: Have you ever thought about going to Japan for a year? The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program seeks to help enhance internationalization in Japan by promoting mutual understanding between Japan and other nations. The program aims to enhance foreign language education in Japan, and to promote international exchange at the local level through fostering ties between Japanese youth and foreign youth. For more information and eligibility requirements, go to http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/JET%20Program/homepage.htm
Peace Corps: The Peace Corps is looking for volunteers from a variety of backgrounds to fill positions in business, education, health, agriculture, the environment, and community services. Positions are available in all fields. They are especially in need of teachers, and individuals who have backgrounds in environment, agriculture, French, nursing/MPH, math and science (even if the experience is limited to education only). Put these scarce skills to use overseas! For more information, go to http://www.peacecorps.gov/
Foreign Service: The Foreign Service Written Exam is offered every spring. Registration will open in mid-January. Details will be posted as soon as they become available on http://www.careers.state.gov/
Skidmore College Listing of International Jobs and Fellowships:
http://www.skidmore.edu/administration/career/intresources.htm
Cyber-Sierra's Natural Resources Job Search:
http://www.cyber-sierra.com/nrjobs/joblist.html
Foundation Center Job List:
http://fdncenter.org/pnd/jobs/index.jhtml
Government Jobs, USA Federal Government:
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov
Journalism Jobs:
http://JournalismJobs.com
Links to Jobs Lists in Many Relevant Fields:
American Political Science Association
http://www.apsanet.org/section_412.cfm
The Politix Group: Government Jobs, US federal, US Congressional offices, and international legislatures:
http://www.politixgroup.com
Sustainable Business lists job opportunities, fellowships and internships for graduate students, undergrads and recent graduates:
http://www.sustainablebusiness.com/jobs/index.cfm
Internships
United Nations Association of the United States Internships: The United Nations Association of the United States (UNA-USA) awards a variety of part-time and full-time internships to highly motivated students. Interns must possess a strong interest in international affairs, good writing and research skills, and formidable knowledge of the United Nations and other multilateral institutions. For more information and an application form, go to
http://www.unausa.org/site/pp.asp?c=fvKRI8MPJpF&b=640679
Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs Internships: The Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs offers internships for undergraduates during the summer and during the year in New York City. Areas include: Human Rights Initiative; Values and Environmental Policy Making; Justice and the World Economy; and Conflict Prevention. The intern’s responsibilities may include research in the various project areas, maintaining and collecting information on foundations and fundraising, editing reports, and administrative duties for seminars and conferences. A small stipend is available. Check out:
http://www.cceia.org/work/interns.html
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom: The PeaceWomen internship offers an intern the opportunity to research and write about women, peace and conflict issues. A large part of the internship position will involve web design and updating information on the PeaceWomen.org website. During the internship an intern will also have the opportunity to attend meetings and panel discussions within the NGO community surrounding the UN. A willingness to work as part of a team, a sensitivity to women’s issues, and a strong commitment to world peace are essential. For more information, go to
http://www.peacewomen.org/frame/internship.html
Everett Public Service Internship Program: The Everett Foundation provides funding ($230 per week for 10 weeks) for summer internships at more than 58 non-profit organizations in four US cities. All applicants must meet the following qualifications: completed at least two semesters of college education, be a current undergraduate or graduate student attending a United States university, or have just graduated in spring 2005, be available to work full-time for 10-weeks beginning between May 23rd and June 13th, be new to the organization, (you may not serve as an Everett Intern at the same organization more than once), attend all mandatory weekly lectures and events for Everett Interns (Event schedules posted in late spring). Application deadlines vary based on the organization. Visit www.EverettInternships.org for more information.
Human Rights Watch Internships: Human Rights Watch has a number of internships available in its New York Office. Undergraduate internships are primarily administrative and clerical in nature, but other projects can be assigned as they arise and match the student's interests and abilities, including research, drafting documents, translating, and helping researchers prepare for missions. Internships are unpaid, except for the Everett Public Service Internship, described above. Academic credit can be arranged as well. For more information, go to
http://www.hrw.org/internships/undergraduates/undergraduates.html
School for Field Studies Internships and Study Abroad: The School for Field Studies (SFS), an international non-profit academic institution, provides environmental education and conducts research through its field-based programs. SFS is committed to providing hands-on, interdisciplinary education, and environmental research in partnership with natural resource dependent communities. They offer study abroad opportunities, as well as a number of year-long internships at their programs in Australia, Kenya, Mexico, Costa Rica and the Turks and Caicos. For more information about internships, go to
http://www.fieldstudies.org/pages/1769_internship_openings.cfm
For more information about study abroad, go to http://www.fieldstudies.org
US AID Summer Internships: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has a limited number of summer internships available. This is an excellent opportunity for outstanding students interested in pursuing careers in international development. US AID provides you with housing, a small monthly stipend and in-country travel costs. For more information, go to http://www.usaid.gov/careers/studentprograms.html
Foreign Agricultural Service’s International Internship Program: The Foreign Agricultural Service's International Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to live and work in a paid internship at an American Embassy overseas. Through work assignments participants learn various aspects of international trade, trade policy, international relations, diplomacy, regional and cultural considerations, etc. Positions are available in Western Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The internship is offered every semester and summer for graduate students and upperclassmen (juniors and seniors). For more information, go to: http://www.fas.usda.gov/admin/student/program.html
United Nations Specialized Agency Internship Opportunities:
http://www.wfuna.org/you/internships/.cfm
Fellowships
Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship: Sophomores interested in studying international relations at the graduate level can apply for a Department of State THOMAS R. PICKERING FOREIGN AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIP. This monetary award covers tuition, room and board for junior and senior years in college and first year of graduate study. Pickering Fellows receive stipends for international and domestic internships with the State Department.
www.woodrow.org/public-policy/award.html
Ronald H. Brown Commercial Service Fellowship: The Department of Commerce's Ronald H. Brown Commercial Service Fellowship gives undergraduates interested in economics and public policy free tuition and room and board for three years of their undergraduate and graduate education. Following graduation from college but before entering graduate school in public policy, fellows work for the Dept. of Commerce, and are appointed to a position overseas for one year following graduation. www.woodrow.org/public-policy/rb_description.html
Delay the Real World Now: Brand new Delay the Real World Fellowship, sponsored by Running Press Publishers. $2,500 Award for any Twentysomething. Propose a Gutsy and Worthwhile Adventure Anywhere in the World! The winner could be a health educator in Thailand or a ski instructor in Switzerland. The most crucial prerequisite is a passion for something that the 9-5 grind doesn't offer. Details and Applications about the Delay the Real World fellowship are available online at www.delayingtherealworld.com
Cornell University Summer Fellowship Database:
http://cuinfo.cornell.edu/Student/GRFN/GRFN.php?mode=list&category=SUMMER
Columbia University Senior Fellowship Database:
http://www.studentaffairs.columbia.edu/fellowships/findFellowship/senior/
Study Abroad Fellowships and Resources:
http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/resources.html
and
http://www.worldstudy.gov/overview.html
Career Center Fellowships in Public Service:
http://www.idealist.org/career/fellowship.html
Scholarships and Fellowships for Study Outside the US:
http://scholarships.fatomei.com/scholar14.html
For Further Information:
Dr. Pamela Chasek,
Director of the Program
