Organizational Overview:

Since 1993, Women for Women International, a global NGO, has invested in the power of over 500,000 women who are forgotten - the women survivors of war and conflict. We support them in learning the social and economic skills they need to rebuild their lives, their families, and their communities.

Our core belief is that stronger women build stronger nations. Women who enroll in our programs in Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Sudan, break the isolation of war and conflict. They gain access to knowledge, resources and tools needed to earn and save money, improve health and well-being, influence decisions in their home and community, and connect to networks for support.

Over the next ten years, our goal is to scale our impact to improve the lives of millions of the most marginalized women affected by war and conflict. Our vision is to create a world in which all women determine the course of their lives and reach their full potential.

We know that women pass on their knowledge to their neighbors and children, creating a ripple effect for generations. By investing in women, we create a better world for all of us - a world that's more equal, peaceful, and prosperous.

That is the power of women, for women. Please visit us at womenforwomen.org to learn more about the impact of our work.

Project Description:

The Spring 2023 External Engagement Intern will assist the Global Support Center (GSC) Communications team with ambassador and influencer marketing projects. The internship will require 20-25 hours per week commitment with an anticipated Start Date of January 31st, 2023, and possible End Date: April 28th, 2023; a $195 monthly stipend for 3 months will be provided.

This internship is unpaid and will be primarily remote. Arrangements can be made with your supervisor to participate in occasional in-office working sessions within your department.

The preferred location for internship candidates is the DMV area (Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia). Proof of vaccination is required.

This is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students looking to obtain valuable experience in the not-for-profit space, and the inner workings on an international nonprofit grassroots women's development organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The list below indicates the types of Communications projects on which the intern might work:

• Support Communications team by prioritizing and coordinating daily tasks
• Assist with ambassador and influencer communications for events and social media campaigns to increase awareness of our mission
• Research celebrities and up-and-coming influencers to connect to WfWI's core programming and issue areas
• Work with the External Engagement Officer to track influencers for social media channels and website
• Monitor international media outlets, partner organizations, WfWI ambassador accounts and follower comments for relevant content for our channels, as well as providing appropriate feedback
• Research industry trends and tools
• Identify upcoming editorial and speaking opportunities and possibly represent WfWI externally at events around DC area
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• Undergraduate or Graduate student in international development or a related field
• Strong research and critical thinking skills
• Strong writing skills, ability to write for a variety of platforms (blogs, social media)
• Ability to work interdependently and communicate with people

Application Instructions:

Students interested in applying should submit their cover letter and resume to: https://www.womenforwomen.org/about/careers. Applicants will be shortlisted on a regular basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

All our staff, volunteers and interns are required to adhere to WfWI's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies and to our organizational values: Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, Resilience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for internships without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.