Summer Intern - CEO Seoul

This internship is offered through the Columbia Experience Overseas (CEO) program. To learn more about CEO, go to http://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/findajob/cce-internship/ceo. All CEO 2017 internships will be posted on LionSHARE during the Fall 2016 semester and January 2017 on a rolling basis. To find CEO internship postings, search under the Internships tab on LionSHARE, and use the “Label” function. You may apply to up to eight (8) positions of interest across all CEO locations (Amman, Beijing, Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, Shanghai, Seoul, and Singapore).  Having your resume and cover letter reviewed by a CCE counselor is strongly recommended before applying. Quick Questions is scheduled at CCE M-F 1pm – 4pm. Visit www.careereducation.columbia.edu/calendar to see the schedule of CCE Summer Internship Programs information sessions where you can learn more about the CEO program.

There are at least two required components to all CEO position applications and potentially more as requested by each employer as outlined below :

The following documents must be submitted through LionSHARE for each position of interest:

1. Resume
2. Transcript (This is your spring course schedule which you should access by logging onto Student Services Online, clicking on “My Schedule” and copying and pasting your Spring 2017 course schedule into a Microsoft Word Document. The schedule should show your full name, your school, your Spring 2017 Courses, and your enrollment status.)
3. Cover Letter (if required, click Apply Now and check for required documents)
4. Other materials (ex: Writing Sample, etc. if required, click Apply Now and check for required documents)

The CEO program runs June 12- August 4, 2017.  Submit your completed applications via LionSHARE by Sunday, February 12, 2017.

Internship Description:

1) This position is based on projects and services, and will be supervised by the responsible Line manager and/or Officer as well as the Regional Director.
2) Tasks: Research and compiling relevant information and programs related to urban resilience and ICLEI urban agenda / Writing a report and case study on programs, tools and best practices for cities relevant to urban resilience and ICLEI urban agenda / Support the organization and implementation of projects and events / Support the design and development of urban programs targeting East Asian cities / Translation of various materials like website, newsletter, ICLEI case studies, etc.
3) Requirements: Degree in political sciences, international relations, environmental studies, urban development, or another subject relevant to the position / Excellent command of English, and one language among Chinese, Japanese and Mongolian (recommended) / Experience or familiarity in the areas of cities, sustainability, environment or similar / Organized working style, creative and pro-active attitude, and excellent communication skills

Small stipend offered (about 9 US dollars a day)