Summer Development and Communications Intern - CEO Amman
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:
- Resume
- 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.)
- Cover Letter (if required, click Apply Now and check for required documents)
- 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. Submit your completed applications via LionSHARE by Sunday, February 12, 2017.
Overview of Role/Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Development and Communications Manager in Amman, the Development and Communications Intern will be responsible to assist in the implementation of PNT’s communication strategies. The Intern will support the organization’s communication objectives in terms of acceptance, visibility, and advocacy. In addition, the Intern will assist with Business Development including proposal writing for grants, identifying potential sources of funding locally and regionally, and developing and supporting fundraising campaigns.
Potential Tasks:
- Developing and Managing Crowdfunding Campaign
- Identify new sources of funding (regional) database
- Support Fundraising Event (management and planning of)
- Proposal Writing for specific grants
- Develop and manage content for PNT’s social media platforms (FB, Twitter, Instagram)
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent English writing skills
- Arabic language a plus but not mandatory
- Ability to work as a team yet work independently
- Strong experience in using social media platforms
- Creative and Dynamic
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment