We are seeking full time interns to work at our national office in Washington, D.C during the summer of 2020. AHS interns will assist in planning and executing the AHS Summer Series and other national events in addition to preparing for chapter programming in the Fall 2020 semester. The AHS Summer Series includes our Annual Student Leadership Conference, the Hamilton National Institute, the AHS Fellows Program, and numerous other events such as our book talks and dinners with scholars in the foreign policy field. Interns will have the opportunity to attend policy discussions at leading think-tanks in Washington, interact with our D.C. partners, and work closely with the AHS staff while gaining practical skills, policy exposure, and networking opportunities.
The internships are unpaid, but commuting stipends are available.
Academic Programs Internship:
Academic Programs interns will work closely with the Academic Programs team, providing support as they strategize for future campus programming and career advancement initiatives. In addition, they will provide assistance for the Hamilton Dispatch and social media outreach, among other projects. In addition, they will aid in the planning leading up to the annual Summer Series.
Communications Internship:
Communications interns will work closely with the Marketing & Development Associate to help manage the AHS national database and alumni network. They will provide support to AHS’s website and provide first draft assistance on all-network newsletters, among other projects. In addition, they will aid in the planning leading up to the annual Summer Series.
Requirements:
Current undergraduate or graduate student
Understanding of AHS’s mission and principles
Strong interest in foreign affairs and national security
Strong written communication skills
Be detail oriented
Have a professional demeanor and positive attitude
Reliable and able to commit at least 25 hours per week
Experience with Microsoft Excel, InDesign, Canva, and SquareSpace are a plus
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Please reach out to Sydney Scribner at sydney@hamsoc.org with questions.