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FOR ALL 2012 INTERNSHIP DATES (SPRING, SUMMER AND FALL), CLICK HERE.
FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION, CLICK HERE
Interns have the opportunity to learn how a nongovernmental educational institute works by working on IPJ projects alongside scholars and practitioners in the fields of human rights and conflict resolution.
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Intern Responsibilities:
Assist with IPJ projects and events, including research assistance, support to events, and some administrative support.
The institute currently has interns for the 2012 spring semester, and seeks interns to serve during the 2012 summer term. The internship is unstipended.
Qualifications*:
- Enrollment, with senior status, in an undergraduate program in a field related to peace studies, human rights, international relations, or communication; OR a B.A. degree in peace studies, human rights, international relations, communication, or a related field.
- GPA of 3.3 or higher.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Minimum of 15, and preferably up to 20, hours per week.
- French and/or Spanish language skills a plus, though not required.
*Note: High school students are encouraged to apply for a WorldLink Summer Internship. WorldLink interns work closely with the program coordinator in weekly mandatory meetings at the institute and assist in the development of the WorldLink Program. Learn more about the WorldLink Internship.
Application Requirements:
Items 1 – 4 on the list below may be emailed if the applicant so desires; items 5 and 6 should be sent in hard-copy.
- Application Form - download the form here:
Application in Word
Application in PDF - Resume – 2 page maximum
- Essay – 500 word maximum, stating your interest in the work of the IPJ, your objectives for and expectations of an IPJ internship, and how these apply to your career goals.
- Writing sample – 10 page maximum
- Two to three letters of recommendation, at least one of which must be from a professor.
- Original transcripts – transcripts from each college or university attended.
Please Note: This internship are unpaid and while we encourage international applicants, we cannot provide them with assistance in securing a visa, nor cover the costs of the visa and the health insurance required by USD.
Spring Semester Internship Program Dates, 2012:
Internship begins: Wednesday, February 1
Internship ends: Friday, May 11
Summer Internship Program Dates, 2012:
Applications are due: Friday, March 30
Internship begins: Thursday, June 7
Internship ends: Friday, August 17
Fall Semester Internship Program Dates, 2012:
Applications are due: Friday, June 29
Internship begins: Thursday, September 6
Internship ends: Friday, December 7
All application materials should be sent to:
Elena McCollim, M.A.
Program Officer
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
University of San Diego
5998 Alcalá Park
San Diego, CA 92110-2492
Phone: (619) 260-7573
Fax: (619) 260-7570
E-mail: emccollim@sandiego.edu
