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INTERNSHIP, General

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.

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!

 
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The Korea Society
950 Third Ave, 8th Flr,
New York, NY 10022
(212) 759-7525
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The Korea Society is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) organization that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea. (more...)