IVLP Intern - Fall 2024

Reports to: Ingrid Benson

Hourly rate: $17.00-$20.10 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: September 9, 2024

Term of Employment: Part-time, temporary

Length of Internship: 12 weeks

Apply by: August 14, 2024

Base of Designation/Remote Eligible: Washington, DC and Remote (Hybrid)

World Learning seeks an intern to support the implementation of the International Visitor Leadership Program, a program funded by the U.S. Department of State. This position provides an opportunity to engage with U.S. and international leaders in a range of fields, learn about key U.S. foreign policy issues, and help forge international partnerships. The position is part of World Learning's Global Exchange Unit, which implements a diverse professional exchange portfolio.

The fall term internship will run from mid-September to early December. To apply, please submit a cover letter and a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The intern is expected to work 32 hours/week. Work will be completed on-site at World Learning offices in Washington, D.C. and remotely. Only candidates receiving interviews will be contacted.

The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage multiple tasks, work both independently and collaboratively, and communicate clearly and effectively with diverse partners and stakeholders. An interest in working with people from other cultures and backgrounds and a positive, proactive attitude are essential. This position will primarily support the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the flagship professional exchange program of the U.S. Department of State. The intern will work with various IVLP teams to help make programmatic and logistical arrangements for foreign professionals and to support team-wide projects and tasks. Responsibilities

The IVLP intern is responsible for the following:

• Contributing to the successful implementation of in-person exchange programs in support of U.S. foreign policy goals.
• Supporting exchange program logistics.
• Conducting research to support the preparation of programs.
• Supporting the preparation of program materials for participants.
• Drafting and editing documents.
• Updating databases and supporting budget preparations.
• Accompanying participants, as required, to appointments.
• Actively participating in activities to support team, organizational, and network-wide goals.

As members of World Learning's staff, interns will also have access to various professional development opportunities, including skill-building workshops, shadowing sessions with internal and external entities, and brownbag lunches on various topics relevant to international education and exchange.

Requirements

Required Experience/Education:

• Active enrollment or recent graduate of an accredited higher education institution.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Required Skills:

• Effective writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel) and knowledge of virtual collaborative platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex).
• Ability to work under remote supervision.

Required Behaviors/Competencies:

• Proactive attitude.

• Acts as a collaborative and resourceful team player.
• Supports a culture of continuous learning and improvement through diligent program monitoring, data tracking, and reflection to ensure strong outcomes.
• Displays curiosity about World Learning and is eager to represent the organization effectively to external audiences, as required.
• Shows dedication to the organization's business development targets through ongoing program implementation and relationship building.
• Committed to promoting diverse, equitable, and inclusive practices in program implementation and monitoring, and willing to challenge exclusionary practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• International or cross-cultural experience is appreciated.