Internships
Expectations

What the Council Expects of Interns

• To be committed to the mission of the World Affairs Council.
• To have goals for their internship and to seek ways to meet these goals.
• To be informed about the projects they are working on and general Council activities.
• To be detail-oriented in their work in such a way that the supervisor and other interns can continue the project.
• To attend and provide assistance at 4-5 Council events during an average internship time period of 3 months. Attendance is expected at approximately 1 event per month.
• To attend meetings appropriate to the intern's work (as necessary).
• To conduct an informational interview with one community member.

What Interns can Expect from the Council

• To be trained in all WAC operating systems and receive an internship manual that provides details on program management.
• To experience day-to-day operations in a small, non-profit organization involved in promoting international understanding through Community Programs and meetings (note: the World Affairs Council is not a research organization engaged in the formulation of policy but rather one that promotes exchange of ideas through Community Programs, the International Visitor Program, and firsthand experience).
• To receive mentoring in the achievement of their goals.
• To have access to internationally-engaged business leaders, organizations, and institutions in the Puget Sound area.
• To have the opportunity to complete projects that can be used in a work portfolio or for credit.

Requirements

• A 3-month (quarter) commitment of 12-15 hours/wk during office hours; 6-month or 9-month commitment preferred
• Interest in world affairs
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Excellent organizational skills
• Professional attire and attitude