Remote Internship
The ANCA Western Region Internship Program is a selective part-time leadership program, which introduces college students and recent college graduates to all aspects of the public affairs arena. The program provides an opportunity for student leaders and activists to gain an in-depth understanding of the American political system, Armenian-American issues and advocacy efforts on the local, state and federal levels.
Interns will gain experience in non-profit management, government affairs, community organizing and education, communication, media, research and writing, and planning and executing events. In addition to individual and joint projects, interns will participate in workshops featuring a variety of guest speakers including public officials, ANCA Western Region leadership, and specialists.
General Requirements
- Applicants must have a high school diploma
- Complete 18 hours per week during the Spring and Fall sessions, at least 25 hours in the Summer including some evenings and weekends
- Have a valid driver’s license (exceptions made in special circumstances)
- Minimum age requirement for internship program: 18 years
2024-2025 Program Schedule
Winter/Spring (2025)
- Application Deadline: December 22, 2024
- Program Dates: January 15 – May 6, 2025
Fall (2024)
- Application Deadline: August 4, 2024
- Program Dates: September 15 – December 25, 2024
Summer (2024)
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2024
- Program Dates: June 15 – August 26, 2024
Remote Internship Requirements & Responsibilities:
- Strong research and writing skills;
- Familiarity with academic and media databases;
- Education: Coursework or major in political science, international relations, international or human rights law, political economy, journalism, and/or related fields;
- Language: Familiarity with Russian, Armenian, Azeri, Turkish, and/or Farsi (is a plus);
- Detail-oriented, nuanced, able to multitask with competing deadlines, and able to propose and implement creative solutions;
- Write summaries, fact sheets, briefing documents, letters, and reports;
- Attending relevant panels, events, and conferences and take notes;
- Knowledge of local political, cultural, ethnic, and community landscape;
- Familiarity with local Armenian community leaders, organizations, institutions is highly desired;
- Identify areas for collaboration between Armenian and non-Armenian communities and organizations.
For more information about the ANCA Western Region Internship Program, please e-mail info@ancawr.org or call (818) 500-1918.