The Korean Studies department is currently seeking bright, enthusiastic, and dedicated interns to support education programs. These internship positions are unpaid with a flexible schedule.

Duties may include but are not limited to:
* Research potential program topics, lecturers, and presenters
* Outreach to educational networks to promote programs such as teacher’s courses, children's programs, lectures, Project Bridge, and fellowships
* Update online curriculum resources and develop new materials
* Assist with on-site program management such as room setup, registration, school visits, and more
* Assist with on-going KS projects such as documentaries and special websites

Qualifications:
* Interest or academic background in Korean Studies, History, Arts, Education
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Ability to take initiative and work independently
* Korean language skills are a plus

How to apply: 
Please email 
1) a cover letter and the days and hours you are available to work 
2) a resume
3) In Word or PDF format with the subject line "Korean Studies Internship" to: Hui Yon Kim ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).

 No phone calls, please. 

The Korea Society seeks multiple interns for Summer/Fall 2013 in its development department. The development intern will provide support for the department’s fundraising activities.

Responsibilities will include:* updating and maintaining database records
* researching contact information for individuals and organizations
* researching new funding sources in the form of donor campaigns, corporate sponsors and foundation grants
* coordinating and implementing fundraising events
* preparing fundraising collateral
* supporting the general operations of the development department
* performing miscellaneous administrative duties

Applicants for this position must be competent in using Microsoft Office applications and capable of conducting detail-oriented Internet searches. This is an unpaid position but is an outstanding opportunity for someone interested in learning about nonprofit development and fundraising. Class credit available. The work schedule is flexible and will be discussed during the interview. To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and résumé to Hui Yon Kim , ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) Executive Assistant & Office Manager. 
Please do not follow-up on applications by phone.

 

These internships afford unique opportunities to understand the inner-workings of a non-profit organization, and learn and contribute to the social, cultural, economic, political, and security dimensions of the U.S.-Korea relationship. The work schedule is flexible and will be discussed during the interview. This is an unpaid internship and that class credit is provided is applicable.
Responsibilities:

* Research, update and maintain database records
* Help identify potential program topics and speakers
* Research partnership opportunities with other institutions and groups
* Prepare promotional materials for upcoming programs
* Assist in pre-program promotional outreach efforts
* Research new funding sources in the form of donor campaigns, corporate sponsors and foundation grants
* Assist in the preparation and implementation of special fundraising events
* Research press articles relating to The Korea Society
* Monitor the reception desk and direct incoming calls
* Perform various administrative tasks to support departments 
* Willingness to staff gallery during opening hours and support project planning, design, implementation and execution
* Class credit available


Applicants for these positions must:

* Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
* Be capable of conducting detail-oriented Internet searches
* Possess exceptional communications skills, polite phone etiquette, and strong writing abilities
* Korean language aptitude is welcomed but not required
* Send Bachelors or Masters transcript, resume and writing sample (Policy/Arts) To apply for this intern position, please send a cover letter and résumé to Hui Yon Kim ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).

 When applying, please indicate the preferred department(s): Contemporary Issues, The Arts, Film, Development, Media, or Korean Studies. Please be advised that placement in the desired department is subject to availability.

Please do not follow-up on applications by phone.

Thank you for your interest! 

The Korea Society, an organization dedicated to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding, and cooperation between the peoples of the United States and Korea, seeks an intern to assist its media team with content creation. Applicants should have an interest in Korean or Asian issues and be able to create high-quality work for the Society’s communications with its business, government, and academic constituencies. 

Preferred skills/responsibilities:* Excellent layout and typographical instincts
* Experience with Photoshop, InDesign and knowledge of web-based platforms, browsers, HTML and CSS
* Knowledge of content management systems (CMS) a plus
* Strong interest in Social Network sites and ability to post updates with little notice
* Attention to detail with an ability to meet tight deadlines
* Korean-language skills a plus
* Good knowledge of Korean contemporary culture a plus

To apply for this intern position, please send a résumé and portfolio link to Hui Yon Kim ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )

 Please do not follow-up on applications by phone. Thank you for your interest!

The Korea Society is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) organization with individual and corporate members that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea. In pursuit of its mission, the Society arranges programs that facilitate discussion, exchanges and research on topics of vital interest to both countries in the areas of public policy, business, education, intercultural relations and the arts. Funding for these programs is derived from contributions, endowments, grants, membership dues and program fees. From its base in New York City, the Society serves audiences across the country through its own outreach efforts and by forging strategic alliances with counterpart organizations in other cities throughout the United States as well as in Korea. 

The Korea Society, an organization dedicated to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding, and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea, seeks a video production intern to assist its media team with content creation. Applicants should display an interest in Korean or Asian issues and be able to create high-quality work for the Society’s communications with its business, government, and academic constituencies. 

Preferred skills/responsibilities:*  Remote videotaping for oral histories, documentaries, etc. 
*  In-house videotaping of speakers and programs (often late evenings - weekly times subject to change depending on programming schedule)
*  Preparation of audio and video files for Web distribution
*  Coordination of teleconferences
*  Editing (video and/or audio)
*  Korean language skills a plus


To apply for this intern position, please send a résumé and portfolio link to Hui Yon Kim  ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. )

 Please do not follow-up on applications by phone. Thank you for your interest!

The Korea Society is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) organization with individual and corporate members that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea. In pursuit of its mission, the Society arranges programs that facilitate discussion, exchanges and research on topics of vital interest to both countries in the areas of public policy, business, education, intercultural relations and the arts. Funding for these programs is derived from contributions, endowments, grants, membership dues and program fees. From its base in New York City, the Society serves audiences across the country through its own outreach efforts and by forging strategic alliances with counterpart organizations in other cities throughout the United States as well as in Korea.

 

The Korea Society, an organization dedicated to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding, and cooperation between the peoples of the United States and Korea, seeks an intern to assist its media team with content creation. Applicants should have an interest in Korean or Asian issues and be able to create high-quality work for the Society’s communications with its business, government, and academic constituencies. 

Preferred skills:*  Exceptional writing, editing and research skills (must include writing samples)
*  Ability to teach and work well with others
*  Attention to detail and an ability to meet tight deadlines
*  Korean language skills a plus

Responsibilities Include:*  Review and editing of Web site postings
*  Writing mini-documentaries on Korean subjects
*  Increasing Web traffic and program attendance through the creation and management of compelling Web sites, email marketing campaigns, social media (Twitter/Facebook/Linkedin), datafeeds, and online advertising tools
*  Tracking, analysis, and reporting for Web analytics, email marketing, display advertising, search, social media (twitter/facebook/linkedin) and other consumer marketing functions
*  Write and distribute press releases
*  Monitor popular blogs and websites for possible story leads (via Google Reader)
  To apply for this intern position, please send a résumé and portfolio link to Hui Yon Kim  ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ).

 Please do not follow-up on applications by phone. Thank you for your interest!   

The Korea Society is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) organization with individual and corporate members that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea. In pursuit of its mission, the Society arranges programs that facilitate discussion, exchanges and research on topics of vital interest to both countries in the areas of public policy, business, education, intercultural relations and the arts. Funding for these programs is derived from contributions, endowments, grants, membership dues and program fees. From its base in New York City, the Society serves audiences across the country through its own outreach efforts and by forging strategic alliances with counterpart organizations in other cities throughout the United States as well as in Korea.