Job opening: External Affairs Internship
Published at: Apr 08 2022
Employment Type: Multiple Schedules
Under the guidance of an External Affairs officer, interns support DFC's public affairs and communications activities as well as congressional and inter-agency outreach. Duties include assisting with press outreach, drafting promotional materials, helping manage web and social media content, planning and executing events for foreign and U.S. dignitaries, and conducting research related to legislative issues.
Duties
The Office of External Affairs (OEA) is the public affairs, communications, and Congressional and interagency liaison arm of OPIC. The office manages all aspects of external outreach to various audiences, such as:- Issuing press releases and media advisories;- Publishing all printed materials (e.g. brochures, newsletters, and annual reports);- Managing OPIC's web and social media platforms;- Arranging investment- and foreign policy-related events such as seminars, conferences, and receptions;- Conducting congressional outreach and analyzing legislative issues.
Requirements
- Must be suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation
- Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt
- Must be actively enrolled (at least part-time) in an accredited college or university
- U.S. Citizenship is required
Qualifications
Applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled at least part-time in an accredited college or university in pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs are also required.
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance.
Contacts
- Address International Development Finance Corporation
1100 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20527
US
- Name: DFC Intern POC
- Email: [email protected]
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