External Affairs Internship
- Employer
- USAJobs
- Location
- Washington, D.C
- Closing date
- Sep 27, 2020
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, Federal
- Function
- Entry Level and Intern
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Duties
Summary
Under the guidance of an External Affairs officer, interns support DFC's public affairs and communications activities as well as congressional and inter-agency outreach. Duties include assisting with press outreach, drafting promotional materials, helping manage web and social media content, planning and executing events for foreign and U.S. dignitaries, and conducting research related to legislative issues.
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Responsibilities
The Office of External Affairs (OEA) is the public affairs, communications, and Congressional and interagency liaison arm of OPIC. The office manages all aspects of external outreach to various audiences, such as:
- Issuing press releases and media advisories;
- Publishing all printed materials (e.g. brochures, newsletters, and annual reports);
- Managing OPIC's web and social media platforms;
- Arranging investment- and foreign policy-related events such as seminars, conferences, and receptions;
- Conducting congressional outreach and analyzing legislative issues.
Travel Required
Not required
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
None
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs are also required.
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance.
Additional information
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applications will be reviewed to ensure eligibility under this program. Applications of eligible students will be forwarded to the Department for consideration. A separate application should be submitted for each internship of interest.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Required Documents
To apply for this internship, you must submit a complete, which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. Your Unofficial Transcript
Summary
Under the guidance of an External Affairs officer, interns support DFC's public affairs and communications activities as well as congressional and inter-agency outreach. Duties include assisting with press outreach, drafting promotional materials, helping manage web and social media content, planning and executing events for foreign and U.S. dignitaries, and conducting research related to legislative issues.
Learn more about this agency
Responsibilities
The Office of External Affairs (OEA) is the public affairs, communications, and Congressional and interagency liaison arm of OPIC. The office manages all aspects of external outreach to various audiences, such as:
- Issuing press releases and media advisories;
- Publishing all printed materials (e.g. brochures, newsletters, and annual reports);
- Managing OPIC's web and social media platforms;
- Arranging investment- and foreign policy-related events such as seminars, conferences, and receptions;
- Conducting congressional outreach and analyzing legislative issues.
Travel Required
Not required
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
None
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required
- Must be currently enrolled or have been accepted for enrollment (at least part-time) in an accredited college or university
- Must be suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation
- Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt
Qualifications
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance. Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs are also required.
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited school pursuing degrees in Government/Public Policy/Political Science, International Affairs/Development, Communications/Marketing, and/or International Business/Finance.
Additional information
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applications will be reviewed to ensure eligibility under this program. Applications of eligible students will be forwarded to the Department for consideration. A separate application should be submitted for each internship of interest.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test required
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Required Documents
To apply for this internship, you must submit a complete, which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. Your Unofficial Transcript
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