The British Consulate-General, Atlanta, the United Kingdom’s diplomatic mission covering 6 Southeast states, is offering unpaid internships for Summer/Fall 2010 to work with the Consulate's Science & Innovation team. The S&I team objectives are to report on policy developments, strategy and emerging priorities; to promote the UK's science and technology achievements; and to encourage Science & Technology collaborations between US and UK scientists and strategic partnerships between institutions. Want more information on this internship? Click "Read More."
· Recent graduates and college students entering their junior or senior year
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Strong organisational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Photoshop and design skills a plus)
The work will include (but not be limited to):
· reporting on regional strengths in scientific research, innovation and policy (done mainly through internet research and phone interviews)
· researching and reporting on city and state public and private institutions and their research highlights
· tracking regional and federal funding streams for science and technology institutions and federal labs
· laying the framework for future events and programs; helping organise and implement our events (workshops, visits)
Successful candidates will be expected to intern at least 2 days per week, exact date/timing negotiable. While internships are unpaid, course credit may be available for students whose schools award credits for internships. Under US State Department requirements, the Embassy/Consulate may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Green Card holders or A or J1 Visa holders. If you hold a Visa other than an A or J1 Visa you are not currently eligible to work at the Consulate. All successful candidates will be subject to security clearances and background checks
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to kerry.norton@fco.gov.uk noting “SIN Internship” in the subject line.
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