Internships, Fellowships and Jobs for Economics Majors

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The Koch Foundation Internship

Koch Internship Program Job Posting Info Website: http://www.cgkfoundation.org/
Title: Koch Internship Program
Job Type: Non-profit
Job Location: Washington, DC area
Job Level: Paid Internship
Start Date: 1/12/2009
End Date: 5/1/2009
Employer: Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation
Job Description:
The Koch Internship Program was established to develop the next generation of liberty-minded leaders and entrepreneurs. Each spring, summer, and fall the program offers Interns the opportunity to engage in key non-profit projects while learning and applying Market-Based Management®.
During the Washington, DC-based program, Interns spend the majority of their time working on key projects and interacting with outside non-profit organizations. Project assignments include: policy research, non-profit operations, marketing, leadership and talent development, university programs, Market-Based Management, and grassroots education.
This hands-on experience gives Interns the chance to explore the non-profit sector, while applying the management philosophy they are learning from the Foundation. The program also allows them to build a network of like-minded associates. Through interactive exercises, reading discussions, engaging speakers and practical work experience, interns develop knowledge, skills and experience necessary for careers with market-oriented think tanks, policy institutes and other non-profit organizations.
Internships are part-time and flexible, but Interns must be available at least 20 hours each week, including all day on Tuesdays. Spring Interns are paid an hourly rate of $12.00.
The spring program runs from January 12th – May 1st, and the application deadline is December 19, 2008.
For more information or to apply for the internship program, please visit: www.cgkfoundation.org.
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Application Process: Online – http://www.cgkfoundation.org/internship-program/application-requirements/

The Koch Foundation Job

The Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation was established in 1980 by Charles G. Koch. The mission of the Foundation is to advance social progress and well-being through the development, application, and dissemination of the Science of Liberty™. The Foundation primarily supports research and education programs that analyze the impact of free societies, in particular how they advance the well-being of mankind. Building on this knowledge, the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation fosters the partnership of scientists and practitioners in order to integrate theory and practice. By doing so, the Foundation strives to develop market-based tools that enable individuals, institutions, and societies to survive and prosper.

Job Description: Career Opportunity Advancing Liberty
The Charles G. Koch Charitable Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2009-10 Koch Associate Program. The Koch Associate Program is a very selective, one year, paid career opportunity for bright, talented young people who are interested in pursuing a career in the non-profit sector. Participants in the program include recent graduates, those with one or more masters’ degrees, JDs, PhDs, and come from a wide range of different backgrounds and academic disciplines.

When pursuing a career, people often don’t realize the great job opportunities that market-oriented non-profit organizations provide for those interested in advancing the ideas of a free society. The Associate Program is a great way to jumpstart that career, because we help Associates develop the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for a successful future with free-market think tanks, policy institutes, or other non-profit organizations.
While in the program, Associates are placed into a full-time role with a reputable organization where they work four days each week. The positions available to Associates cover various fields such as policy analysis, donor relations, program management, legal reform, public relations, and marketing. A full list of the organizations where Associates work along with some examples of project placements can be found on our website. Then, one day each week, Associates come together in a seminar setting at the Foundation to engage in reading discussions and group projects, network with their peers, listen to guest speakers, and learn how to apply Market-Based Management® in a non-profit setting through interactive exercises and workshops.

The Koch Associate Program is highly competitive and selects only the most promising candidates. The Foundation looks for the following attributes in a potential Associate:

• Zero to ten years of work experience
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree
• Commitment to the advancement of liberty
• Leadership ability/entrepreneurial spirit
• Solid academic record
• Strong interest in a non-profit sector career
• Humility, integrity, and a self-starter attitude

Applications are due by March 16, 2009; the program will begin on June 15th, 2009.
The Koch Associate Program is a full-time position. Associates receive a competitive wage and benefits package commensurate with experience and education. We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

For more information or to apply for the 2009-10 Koch Associate Program, please visit: http://www.cgkfoundation.org/associate-program/

The National Association of Federal Credit Unions

The National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU), in Arlington, VA, has an opening for one intern in our Research and Analysis Division. The intern will be compiling and processing data, assisting with the drafting of reports and assigned research projects, and working with financial issues affecting NAFCU’s member credit unions. (S)he will work under the supervision of the Director of Research & Analysis and the Senior Economist. The time commitment would be full-time during the summer with an opportunity for approx. 15 hours per week in the fall.

This is an excellent opportunity for a third or fourth year Economics major, or a Business major concentrating in economics or finance. The internship requires strong proficiency with MS Office Suite as well as a familiarity with SPSS and basic economic research.

The internship is available at NAFCU for Summer of 2007 (beginning in June). Please specify hourly wage expectations.

Interested students should submit a resume and letter of interest to the attention of Tun Wai by e-mail to twai@nafcu.org or by FAX to: 703.522.0594 by June 30, 2007.

For additional information, please contact:
Tun Wai at 703.522.4775 x232.

 

USDA Career Internship Program (CIP)

The USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Career Intern Program (CIP) is designed to prepare exceptional men and women who have professional experiences in agriculture and/or business, a college degree, and competencies for careers in public service with FAS. Interns will participate in a two-year program that is designed to fine-tune their skills and abilities. FAS hires full-time employees for marketing specialist, international trade specialist, and agricultural economist positions through the CIP.

During the two-year internship, interns work as full-time employees with substantial training and rotation opportunities. Upon successful completion, interns are offered permanent career positions. For more information on all FAS intern programs, please go to: http://www.fas.usda.gov/admin/newjobs/newjobs.html For further questions on the CIP, please email: dawn.ferguson@usda.gov

 

Fall Internship Opportunities at the Woodrow Wilson Center

The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars is looking for qualified students (advanced undergraduate or graduate) interested in being part-time (15 hours/week) research assistants to visiting scholars. The Center expects to have over 30 positions available in the fall. Internships will be available in the following areas:

-Anthropology
-Biology/Public Health
-Economics
-History
-International Relations
-Law (Arabic, German, or Spanish language skills)
-Latin American Studies (Spanish language skills)
-Middle East Studies (Persian and Arabic language skills)
-Political Science (various positions: Arabic, Castilian, Chinese, French, Spanish, Persian language skills)
-Russian and East European Studies (Russian language skills)

For a list of incoming fellows, please see the website.
http://www.wilsoncenter.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=sf.item&news_id=237192

Application Deadline: July 13, 2007

posted November 20, 2008

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