JOB SUMMARY:
At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
The Diversity and Leadership in International Affairs Project (DLIA) was launched in 2017 and embodies a two-fold mandate focused on internally and externally facing programming. We aim to take a full-scope approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at CSIS. This includes supporting employees at every level through dedicated initiatives, ensuring support from top-level leadership, and establishing a transparent process for continuous engagement and growth. Alongside an internal portfolio serving over 250 CSIS staff, DLIA aims to promote diverse voices, facilitate meaningful conversations, and drive DEI strategy as an institutional imperative for the national security community.
CSIS is seeking two full-time, paid interns to assist the DLIA Program Coordinator and Director with substantial administrative and research support. Interns will be exposed to all facets of the DLIA strategic plan efforts. Candidates are expected to work Monday through Friday, totaling 35 hours per week, and complete the entirety of the six-month internship. Candidates must live in, or be willing to relocate to, the Washington Metropolitan area. The positions will be predominantly in-person with some flexibility for remote working. The anticipated start date for the internship will be no earlier than June 10, 2024.
The hired candidate will be paid hourly, commensurate with experience ($17.00/hour for current undergraduate hires, $18.00/hour for hires with a bachelor’s degree, and $19.00/hour for hires with a master’s degree).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Monitor developments on timely diversity, equity, and inclusion issues to support DLIA's programmatic work and the Director’s external engagements. Provide research and programmatic support for all DLIA events, workshops, and trainings. Assist in event planning, outreach, and day-of coordination for events. Regularly update the DLIA internal site with resources as needed. Actively manage and create content for DLIA’s LinkedIn and Twitter accounts to further increase the program’s digital presence Conduct research and summarize literature from various sources on different topics related to the intersections of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), foreign policy, national security, and the workplace. Contribute to preparatory research for media, meetings, publications, and / or Driving Impact. Assist in research for CQ’s, commentaries, or reports on the latest DEI and national security topics. Identify, attend, and take notes on internal and external events relevant to the work of the Diversity and Leadership in International Affairs Project. Perform a variety of administrative and logistical tasks as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Professional, academic, or personal interest in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Previous administrative experience strongly preferred. Advanced proficiency with entire Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must be detail-oriented, well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects & priorities simultaneously. Possess strong time management skills. Able to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter using the application portal as one pdf document by Wednesday, April 10th for priority review.