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Last revised Friday, 03-Jul-2009 07:28:56 PDT
Looking for a job as a technical communicator? Trying to fill a technical communication position within your company? As a service to STC members and the community, the WDC Chapter provides the following information about job openings in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Job openings are posted here using information received from individual companies or placement services.
See the Contact Us section below for the Job Announcement form and additional contact information.
Categories for Job Announcements
Part 1 Updated Friday, 03-Jul-2009 07:28:56 PDT
• Advertising
• Communications Law
• Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering
• Education: Communication, English, Journalism
• Graphic Artist & Creative Designer
• Technical Illustrator
• Human Performance, Usability, & User Interface Design
• Information Technology: Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Systems Analysts, and Planners
• Information Technology: Director, Capture Manager, and Contracts Manager
• Internet Technology: Webmaster, Web Developer, Web Designer, Content Controller, Content Manager New Job
• Internships
Part 2 Updated Friday, 03-Jul-2009 07:26:31 PDT
• Desktop Publishing & Production
• Grant Writing
• Indexing
• Journalism: Print & Broadcast
• Proposal Writing & Management New Job
• Technical Communication, Editing, & Writing New Job
Part 3 Updated Friday, 03-Jul-2009 07:26:29 PDT
• Management: Communications Departments & Projects
• Marketing Communication, Product Management, Market Research
• Photography
• Policy & Research Communication
• Public Relations
• Quality Assurance
• Radio & Television
• Speech Writing
• Training & Course Development
• Translation
• Video & Film Production
• Volunteers
See also the Job Announcements for STC Members Only. Updated 03 July 2009
Note: STC is not a placement service; this database is an informational service only, and STC does not verify the accuracy of this information. In addition, some postings may come from placement services, and some companies may offer their employees financial incentives for successful recruitments. Please direct all questions to either the placement service or company that posted the job.
Note: Some jobs are standing offers or involve an extended search and selection process, so don't be too concerned about how long a job has been on this list. Nonstanding offers are cleaned off every 3 months unless refreshed with updated requests to keep them open.
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Advertising
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Communications Law
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Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering
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Education
- Southeastern University, in Washington, DC, is seeking English Instructors for full-time and part-time work.
Job Description: the Liberal Studies Department of Southeastern University needs adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate writing courses as well as the graduate course in technical writing.Job Requirements / Skills: Communication Arts, Humanities, Social and Natural Sciences, English as a Foreign Language, and General Studies.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, contact
Dr. Bertie S. Bryan
Chair, Dept. of Liberal Studies
Southeastern University
501 I Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202-488-8162 ext-233
Fax: 202-488-8093
E-mail:
URL: http://www.seu.edu/
—updated 10 April 2003; Standing Offer
Graphic Artist & Creative Designer
No announcements at this time.
Technical Illustrator
No announcements at this time.
Human Performance, Usability, & User Interface Design
- Global CI is seeking a senior-level Section 508 Tester for a full-time temporary position in Windsor Mill, MD.
Job Description:
Global CI is seeking currently seeking a senior-level Section 508 tester in the Baltimore, MD area who has experience with MAGic and JAWS. There is no expected potential for this work to extend past September 29, 2009.Responsibilities: Activities may include but are not limited to the following:
• Identify, document, rank, and classify Section 508 defects.
• Identify, document and quantify overall application risks associated with the existence of Section 508 compliance issues.Job Requirements / Skills:
• Extensive experience in the field of accessibility evaluation for Section 508 compliance using screen readers.
• Proven ability to work independently or under only general direction on consulting, testing and process issues is required.
• Experience conducting testing for organizations such as the National Federation of the Blind is considered a plus.
• Extensive experience using screen magnifier (MAGic), to test Windows applications, Internet applications, and websites for compliance with Section 508.
• Some experience using screen reader (JAWS).
• Strong knowledge of structured accessibility testing methodologies that integrate automated testing manual testing, and usability testing.
• Strong knowledge of accessibility best practices.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing.Security Clearance / Certificate Requirement: not statedLocation Requirements: Windsor Mill, MDAbout the Company:
Global CI is an IT solutions and services provider that helps government, industry and business solve problems and unlock value. Global CI delivers a unique blend of leadership, problem solving and value creation. Drawing on its strong operational heritage and hands-on approach, we work closely with organizations and their stakeholders to align the IT enterprise and its components to achieve the business goals.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, send your résumé with a cover letter to
E-mail: (e-mail is the preferred contact method for questions)
Matthew Mittleman
Recruiter
Global CI
3102 Lord Baltimore Drive
Suite 205
Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: 410-265-6580 / 800-721-5577
Fax: 410-265-0014
URL: http://www.globalci.com
—Posted 12 April 2009; Remove: 12 July 2009
Information Technology: Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Systems Analysts, Planners, Director, Capture Manager, and Contracts Manager
No announcements at this time.
Internet Technology: Webmaster, Web Developer, Web Designer, Content Controller, Content Manager
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- RollStream, Inc. is seeking a Senior Web Designer/Developer with at least five years of experience for a full-time permanent position in McLean, VA.
Job Description:
We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic Senior Web Designer/Developer to design, develop, and support our innovative collaborative platform. This position requires a balance of knowledge, ingenuity and the ability to solve problems outside of the candidate's core area of expertise. Researching, troubleshooting and prototyping are key tools required for success.Responsibilities:
• Design, prototype, and develop RollStream solutions using Ruby on Rails
• Build intuitive and easy-to-use Web-based user interfaces
• Work in a fast-paced, agile team to increase our market leadership by rapidly delivering new capabilities to our customers
• Research and suggest implementation of new technologies
• Advise and educate other members of the development team to make the entire team betterJob Requirements / Skills:
• Strong Web user interface development experience including expertise in HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Experience building Web-based applications
• Delivery of commercial and/or public-facing Web application is desirable
• Prior experience with Ruby or other dynamic languages preferred
• Excellent creative skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• 5+ years professional engineering experienceSecurity Clearance / Certificate Requirement: n/aAbout the Company: RollStream is the leader in enterprise community management. We are transforming business partner networks in the same way social software solutions have transformed professional and social networks.Despite major investments in ERP, eProcurement and eCommerce solutions, Global 2000 organizations continue to be hindered by a fundamental challenge - they cannot collaborate effectively with their business partners. Contact and credential management, partner on-boarding, dispute resolution, feedback management and many other business-to-business (B2B) processes are manual, resource-intensive operations requiring numerous emails, faxes, and phone calls. The result - lost revenues, increased costs, and higher risk of regulatory non-compliance.To solve this problem, businesses turn to RollStream. Our Software-as-a-Service platform, with its suite of Web 2.0 collaboration tools, allow businesses to create a more collaborative, dynamic B2B environment that ultimately improves the profitability of their partner relationships.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, send your résumé with a cover letter and desired salaray range to
E-mail: (e-mail is the preferred contact method for questions)
URL: http://www.rollstream.com
—Posted 3 July 2009; Remove: 3 October 2009 - RJM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Web Designer / Developer with 4 or more years of experience for a full-time contract permanent position in Washington, DC.
Job Description:
Our client, a leading provider of consulting services to federal, state and local governments, is looking for Website Designer / Developer to join their team. This position will design, produce, and maintain an intranet website portal front-end as part of an enterprise architecture repository platform for a Federal government client. The start date for this position is approximately 30 days from acceptance due to required security checks.Responsibilities: Activities may include but are not limited to the following:
• Create and design website including graphic design, site navigation, and layout of content within parameters established by client.
• Ensure that the layout of the content is accessible and logical; recommend improvements if necessary.
• Ensure that sites are easy to navigate.
• Build website using technologies that conform to international standards and make sure that they are universally accessible.
• Perform maintenance and updates to existing website when requested by client; provide training on maintenance and update procedures to clients.Job Requirements / Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of XHTML, CSS, and of digital imaging and illustration with Adobe Photoshop, QuarkXPress and Illustrator with formal training an asset.
• Knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, PHP and dynamic HTML; experience with Macromedia Flash.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience with cross-browser and cross-platform issues (IE, Firefox, Safari, etc.).
• Knowledge of Troux Technologies software an asset.
• Very good spoken and written English in order to train staff and faculty.
• Attention to detail, customer-service orientation, and creativity in problem-solving.
• Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way to provide training.
• Formal training in desktop publishing applications and photography are definite assets.
• Superior knowledge of current web-design trends and techniques, a strong online portfolio displaying user-centered design, and experience with web database solutions are definite assets.
Other Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in communications or other discipline related to the primary responsibilities.
• Two to four years experience in web design, of which a minimum of one year producing table-less, XHTML, standards-compliant cross browser, and gracefully-degrading code.
• Experience working in a Federal government environment preferred.Security Clearance / Certificate Requirement: None.Location Requirements: Work must be performed on-site.About the Company:
RJM Technologies is a comprehensive IT services provider, dedicated to helping small and mid-sized businesses realize the full value of information technology. The right technologies, properly implemented and managed, will contribute significantly to improving your company's productivity, reducing costs, enhancing customer experiences, and generating revenue. We guarantee it.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, send your résumé with a cover letter and desired salary range to
E-mail: (e-mail is the preferred contact method for questions)
John Ennis
Recruiter
RJM Technologies, Inc.
9620 Maury Road
Fairfax, VA 22032
Phone: 703-323-6677
URL: http://www.rjmtechnologies.com
—Posted 28 April 2009; Remove: 28 July 2009 - Washington Book Publishers is seeking a Volunteer Web Designer with 3 or more years of experience to redesign their website. Also looking for someone to maintain their website.
Job Description: Washington Book Publishers is looking for a talented individual to volunteer to redesign our website. We would like to update the appearance and develop templates for sections to correlate with our BookNotes online newsletter. Upon completion of the assignment, the volunteer designer may post their contact information on the website for future design referrals.Responsibilities: The Washington Book Publishers membership manages a website that was originally designed in 1996. It requires a Web designer's eye to update the look and functionality for the 21st century. Washington Book Publishers is soliciting Web designers to volunteer 10 to 20 hours to assist in the following:
• Work with WBP President to revise the design style of the website.
• Design master pages and replace the pages on the current host site.
• Adapt or revise existing hierarchy of web pages to include:
◊ Updated Masthead
◊ Program Announcements
◊ Annual Design Competition
◊ People & Publishing News
◊ Datebook listing other industry groups
◊ President's Letter
◊ Program Archive
◊ Photo SectionJob Requirements / Skills:
• 3 or more years of Web development in a team-based environment
• Web development skills including XHTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript as needed
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with template design and ease of maintenance by a team
• WordPress experience, a plus • Knowledge of usability and accessibility requirements for websites, a plus.Security Clearance / Certificate Requirement: Not applicable.Location Requirements: N/AAbout the Company: The Washington Book Publishers (WBP) is an informal, all-volunteer group of professionals in book publishing. Members work in virtually all of the aspects of book publishing, including editing, design and production, proofreading, translation, indexing, marketing, administration, and management. The diverse membership comes from government, educational, commercial, and association publishing. To summarize, we love books!Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, send your résumé with a cover letter including links to your portfolio or website design examples to
E-mail: (Please put 'WBP' in your subject line to avoid getting caught in spam filters. E-mail is the preferred contact method for questions.)
Chris Kelaher
Washington Book Publishers
Phone: 202-536-3606
URL: http://www.washingtonbooks.org
—Posted 1 May 2009; Remove: 1 September 2009
Internships
- The Nature Conservancy is seeking an Intern, Government Relations for year-round 3-month intern positions in Arlington, VA.
Job Description: The Nature Conservancy's world-wide headquarters seeks interns year-round for its Government Relations Department to assist with research, writing, and administrative tasks. As a fully integrated member of the Government Relations team, interns will be given the opportunity to research grant opportunities, compile information on conservation-related public policy, assemble appropriations notebooks, and attend hearings on Capitol Hill. In addition to the everyday workload of the division, great efforts are made towards educating interns about the organization as a whole through meetings, informational interviews, lunchtime lectures, and other events.Job Requirements / Skills:
• Preferable undergraduate or graduate students with a major related to environmental studies, political science/government, or economics.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communications skills.
• Available to work on a committed weekly schedule, preferably full time (35 hours/week for a minimum of three months).
• Ability to organize time, set priorities, and work under pressure while paying attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good disposition, hard working, creative, with an interest in taking on a variety of tasks.
• Commitment to the goals and methods of The Nature Conservancy.Salary: This is an unpaid volunteer internship. We do, however, reimburse for valid expenses up to $1000.00 upon completion of the 3-month internship, and offer a public transportation benefit.Security Clearance / Certificate Requirement: None.Location Requirements: Arlington, VAAbout the Company: The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to "preserving plants, animals, and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive." To date, the Conservancy and its members have been responsible for the protection of more than 98 million acres around the world and have established more than 1,400 preserves - the largest private system of nature sanctuaries in the world. The Conservancy's Government Relations Department works to build partnerships with Congress, federal agencies, and other conservation organizations in an attempt to direct funding to priority conservation sites and to affect policy. GR also assists the Conservancy's field offices in enacting state funding programs and policies that benefit conservation.The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity EmployerApplication Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, submit your résumé and cover letter to (include "Intern, Government Relations" in the Subject line and include three professional references, & college transcripts)
Applications may also be mailed or faxed to The Nature Conservancy
Government Relations
Attn: Internship Program
4245 N. Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: No phone calls please
Fax: 703-841-7400
Please submit a complete application by
• April 10 for the Spring position
• July 10 for the Summer position
• October 10 for the Fall position
URL: http://www.nature.org
—Posted 6 August 2007; Rolling deadline for Summer, Fall, and Spring positions - The Nature Conservancy is seeking an Intern, Stewardship Information Management Volunteer for year-round 3-month intern positions in Bethesda, MD.
Job Description: The Land Management Team of the Nature Conservancy of Maryland (4 year-round staff plus summer crews) seeks year-round help in managing lands where the Conservancy holds a legal interest. This includes the 31 nature preserves that we own, as well as 50 areas where we have assisted other conservation organizations ("co-op sites") and 11 conservation easements. Our preserves, totaling more than 20,000 acres, are managed primarily to benefit rare species through ecological management and restoration, control of invasive exotic species, and administration of a permitted hunting program. On our lands we also have custodial responsibilities such as maintaining visitor facilities, trails, signs, boardwalks and boundaries. On land where we have other interests such as deed restrictions and conservation easements, we have legal obligations to monitor and enforce our conservation interests. The Land Management Program engages hundreds of volunteers around the state in roles such as Preserve Boundary Walker, Co-op Monitor, Easement Monitor, Weed Watcher, Weed Buster, Preserve Steward, and Workday Volunteers who help with ecological management, restoration and property management.Interns will have the opportunity to learn about a range of conservation work topics, including ecological restoration, fire management, GIS/GPS, control and management of invasive species, research and monitoring projects, and integration of social science with ecology and conservation. Tasks will vary by year and by season and have some flexibility according to the intern's interests and abilities. The intern will work closely with several Conservancy scientists and land managers, providing ample opportunity for one-on-one learning opportunities.Duties:
• Support Land Management Team by assisting in office duties, primarily related to information management. These include web, file and library research, data entry and management, paper and electronic file management, and management of web sites. (Year round)
• Plan and carry out land management projects (e.g., tree planting and maintenance, habitat restoration, posting boundaries, installing gates, signs, fencing) under staff supervision and often using volunteer assistance. Assist Conservation Steward in remedying problems on preserves such as trespass, vandalism, boundary disputes, dumping, right-of-way issues and landowner conflicts. (Year round)
• Support the Weed Watchers/Weed Busters Program, a volunteer weed monitoring and control network, by organizing Hit Reports and referring to Steward where action is necessary. Enter weed control location data into the Conservancy's Weed Information Management System. Participate in weed control field projects in the Potomac Gorge and throughout Maryland as available. (Mostly May through September)
• Assist Conservation Ecologist with collection and management of data for biological monitoring projects. (Mostly May, August and December)
• Accompany Director of Land Management on easement monitoring visits and record results in the Conservancy's Monitoring Template. Record photopoints with GPS, organize electronic and printed photos, and produce final written report for audit files. (Mostly April, May, November, December)
• Sustain the Volunteer Program by assisting with recruitment, volunteer registration, record keeping, posting volunteer web pages, and volunteer recognition. (Year round)
• Support Co-op Monitoring Program by researching files on new protected areas, organizing reports received from monitors, referring to the Land Management staff when action is needed, and maintaining a web page with summaries and maps for use by volunteer monitors in the field. (Year round)
• Ensure that Land Management Program field equipment, including vehicles and power tools, is kept in good working order. (Year round)Job Requirements / Skills:
• One year of college coursework towards degree in biology, ecology, natural history, or related field, or successful work experience in natural resources management.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database use. Proficiency in MS Access or willingness to become proficient and learn advanced features. Experience with Web publishing software or HTML
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Positive outlook and ability to inspire and support volunteers.
• Experience with GIS/GPS, mapping, aerial photo interpretation, property survey techniques, etc., preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred; must have good driving record for use of TNC vehicle.
• Comfort and experience working in wilderness areas and familiarity with flora and fauna of Maryland a plus.
• Experience using ecological field equipment, power tools and hand tools a plus.
• Weekend availability is not required but will allow you to participate in a wider variety of field projects.Salary: This is a short-term, part-time volunteer position. Scheduling is flexible week by week or interns may work a set schedule, but we seek interns who are available three days per week for three months overall. The application deadline is rolling; we seek to have one intern per season in this position. Certain expenses, the total of which is not to exceed $1000, will be reimbursed upon completion of the internship, and public transportation reimbursement of up to $50/month will be awarded throughout the internship's duration. Most of the interns who have held this position are taking one or two classes or have a part-time job.Security Clearance / Certificate Requirement: None.Location Requirements: Arlington, VAAbout the Company: The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to "preserving plants, animals, and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive." To date, the Conservancy and its members have been responsible for the protection of more than 98 million acres around the world and have established more than 1,400 preserves - the largest private system of nature sanctuaries in the world.The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity EmployerApplication Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, submit your résumé and cover letter, names of three references, and proposed start and end dates to Deborah Barber
The Nature Conservancy
5410 Grosvenor Lane
Suite 100
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: No phone calls please
URL: http://www.nature.org
—Posted 6 August 2007; Rolling deadline for Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring positions - U.S.News & World Report is seeking Summer Editorial Interns. Interns will work at U.S.News headquarters in Washington, D.C., in exchange for college credit.
Job Description: U.S.News & World Report is looking for Summer Interns to work in its Washington, D.C. office. Interns at U.S. News work as Junior Reporters, helping staff writers with reporting and sometimes writing for the magazine. Interns should have journalism experience, excellent writing skills, and plenty of curiosity. We prefer applicants who will have completed at least their junior year of college.This is a paid internship. EOE M/F/V/DApplication Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, please send your résumé, a cover letter that tells us what section you're interested in, and a handful of your best writing examples to
Intern Coordinator
U.S.News & World Report
1050 Thomas Jefferson St., NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
Applications should be postmarked by Jan. 5.
URL: http://www.usnews.com/usnews/usinfo/webjobs.htm
—Posted 1 March 2007; Standing Offer - U.S.News & World Report is seeking a Graphics/Production Intern. The year-long internship is a paid position in the Washington, D.C., headquarters and starts immediately.
Job Description: U.S.News & World Report is looking for an intern with an editorial production background to assist with the production of the weekly magazine. The position includes graphics data research as well as general magazine production. Responsibilities include hands-on coordination of information graphics, charts and maps. You will work with the art and prepress departments, as well as our fact-checkers, writers, editors, and library. EOE M/F/V/DInternship Requirements:
• Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a thorough understanding of print production, and the ability to juggle overlapping assignments. Resourcefulness, accuracy, and an eye for detail are the qualities we seek in filling this position.
• Hours are Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with some extra time required. If you have a strong interest in how publications are made, are flexible with your time, and have newspaper or magazine experience, this internship could be for you.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, please send your résumé and cover letter to
E-mail:
Please include "Web Intern" in the subject line of your E-mail.
URL: http://www.usnews.com/usnews/usinfo/webjobs.htm
—Posted 1 March 2007; Standing Offer - U.S.News & World Report is seeking Web Interns. Interns will work at U.S.News headquarters in Washington, D.C., in exchange for college credit.
Job Description: U.S.News & World Report seeks HTML-savvy college students to join our online team. You will work closely with the producers of usnews.com to develop and improve editorial and data-driven projects. You should have strong attention to detail, an interest in new technology, and willingness to contribute to a close-knit team. Experience in blogging, personal tech, or personal finance a plus. Please note that this is not a writing or reporting position. EOE M/F/V/DInternship Requirements:
• Advanced knowledge of HTML and familiarity with HTML editors
• Attention to detail
• Comfort with writing blurbs and packaging content for an online audience
• Additional knowledge of CSS, XML, or JavaScript a plus
• Editorial background usefulApplication Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, please send your résumé and cover letter to
E-mail:
Please include "Web Intern" in the subject line of your E-mail.
URL: http://www.usnews.com/usnews/usinfo/webjobs.htm
—Posted 1 March 2007; Standing Offer - Henninger Productions and Henninger Development & Distribution, in Arlington, Virginia.
Job Description: Henninger offers a number of internships that offer valuable experience in Production, Post-Production, Graphic Design, Media Management, and Marketing & Business Development. These positions are filled by creative, motivated, willing and energetic students from a variety of majors who lend their time - a minimum of 16 hours per week - and effort in exchange for an engaging, fulfilling, educational and rewarding experience. All majors are welcome to apply.Résumés will be accepted during the following periods only:Spring internships (January - April) résumé accepted December 5 - January 5
Summer internships (May - August) résumé accepted April 15 - May 15
Fall internships (September - December) résumé accepted August 15 - September 30.Application Guidelines: E-mail text-only résumé and cover letter (If applicable, send a demo reel) to
Attn: Human Resources
2601-A Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
Phone: No phone calls please
E-mail:
URL: http://www.henninger.com/jobs/#internships
—updated 6 November 2006; Standing Offer - Greenpeace offers Fall, Spring, and Summer Internships in Washington, DC. and San Francisco, CA.
Spend a semester or summer taking on the corporate and government vested interests threatening the planet by working in the world's best-known environmental organization. As a Greenpeace intern you can
• Save the planet from a nuclear arms race
• Stop the destruction of the world's last ancient forests
• Eliminate the threat of genetically engineered food
• Empower consumers and shareholders to hold corporate polluters accountable
• Promote solutions to the global warming crisis
• And yes - save the whales!Activist trainings will be conducted in areas such as corporate campaigning, non-violent direct action, media relations, materials production and grassroots outreach. We are flexible with your schedule and offer Metrochecks to help curtail any commuting expense.Department Availability:
• Campaigns - Disarmament, Forests, Genetic Engineering, Global Warming and Energy, Toxics and Oceans
• Communications - publications, photo, video, and graphic design
• Media
• Legal
• Fundraising
• Information Technology
• FinanceQualifications:
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong research skills
• Ability to work well independently
• Commitment to non-violence as a means of affecting change
• Enthusiasm for protecting the environmentDeadlines for applications:
• Fall: July 13th
• Spring: November 30th
• Summer: March 11thApplication Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, please send cover letter, résumé and one short writing sample (500 words or less) to
Internships
Greenpeace USA
702 H Street, NW
Suite 300
Washington, D.C. 20001
E-mail:
Phone: No phone calls, please.
URL: http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/about/jobs/internship
—Posted 25 October 2006; Standing Offer - The Academy For Advanced And Strategic Studies in Washington, D.C., has internships for college students who are interested in public policy
.
Job Description: Assigned their own research counselors, interns serve as researchers on one or more team projects, "thoroughly engaged in the work of the Academy." According to the internship coordinator: "This is neither a job nor exploratory employment, but a full-time learning and developmental experience that you should approach with the intensity of graduate training. Productive internships can lead to paid residencies." Compensation: $500-$1,000 stipend; free room and boardThe Perks: Receive detailed and constructive criticism of projects; mentors; access to multi-server computer network and a 250,000-item library; the challenge to help achieve creative excellence with world class clients.Eligibility: college freshmen, college sophomores, college juniors, college seniors, recent college graduates, graduate students, college graduates (any age), international applicantsLocation Requirements: Washington, DCDuration: 15 weeks - 1 year: Summer, Fall, SpringDeadline: RollingAbout the Company: The Academy For Advanced And Strategic Studies in Washington, D.C., is a small future-oriented think tank fostering exploration of issues that are strategic to social and personal progress. It studies a variety of current issues: small community and economic developments; arts and the media; religion and corporate cultures; global culture wars and defense industry right-sizing; policy analysis and researchable libraries; new patterns for organizing education, health care, and transportation; and the governance of cities. Assigned their own research counselors, interns serve as researchers on one or more team projects, "thoroughly engaged in the work of the Academy."Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, send a cover letter and résumés to
Internship Coordinator
The Academy for Advanced and Strategic Studies
1647 Lamont Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20010-2796
Phone: 202-626-7983 (Job Line)
Fax: 202-737-3323
URL: http://www.recruitingcenter.net/clients/cspan/publicjobs/
—updated 4 September 2006; Standing Offer - American Express offers experience to first-year MBA and Masters students seeking uniquely challenging internships. Areas of focus are the same as above, and extend real opportunities for project-driven work that can truly effect change within our business operations.
Candidates who qualify for a world-class opportunity with American Express will be those who are seeking a unique global training and development experience. They will be innovative and creative individuals, who embrace diversity, take ownership, and seek out solutions.
Application Guidelines: Search for career openings and internships, at
URL: https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=505&siteid=218
—updated 3 September 2006; Standing Offer - NASA, in various locations, offers several programs for Interns and job shadowers at http://education.nasa.gov/
Job Description: See listing of research and development opportunities for all students and summer interns offered at the NASA Science and Technology Scholarship Program (STSP) page.Job Requirements / Skills: Varies with requirements and area of work.Application Guidelines: Send your résumé and cover letter to
Contact information for program of interest
URL: http://education.nasa.gov/divisions/higher/programs/index.html
—updated 11 August 2006; Standing Offer - National Public Radio (NPR), in Washington, DC, is looking for a large variety of Interns for the summer.
Job Description: Anyone interested in NPR internships for the summer should be aware that the application deadline is March 15. Please visit the NPR web site to view the listing of the available positions.Job Requirements / Skills: See the NPR web site.Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply for an internship, send a written request for an application with your complete name and mailing address to
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635 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20001
Fax: 202-513-3047
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URL: http://www.npr.org/about/jobs/intern/index.html
—updated 11 August 2006; Standing Offer - C-SPAN, in Washington, D.C., has an opening for a Internship Fall 2008. For information on openings, see their listing at http://www.recruitingcenter.net/clients/cspan/publicjobs/
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Human Resources
400 North Capitol Street N.W., Suite 650
Washington, D.C. 20001
Phone: 202-626-7983 (Job Line)
Fax: 202-737-3323
URL: http://www.recruitingcenter.net/clients/cspan/publicjobs/
—updated 4 July 2008; Standing Offer - Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, in Washington, DC, is offering paid Internships in communications, marketing, advocacy, constituency relations, and research.
Job Description: Each semester, we offer several internship positions in communications, marketing, advocacy, constituency relations and research. These positions are paid and can be done for school credit.Responsibilities: Interns will be expected to assist on substantive projects in a variety of areas, including research, constituency relations, communications and advocacy.Job Requirements / Skills: Fall interns must be able to commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week for no less than 12 weeks. Successful candidates for these positions must demonstrate attention to detail, responsibility, strong writing skills, and an ability to handle multiple tasks with aggressive deadlines.Application Guidelines: Applicants must submit a cover letter, résumé, two writing samples and two references. Please fax applications or mail to:CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO-FREE KIDS
1400 Eye Street, N.W., Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: no phone calls please
Fax: 202-296-5427 Attn: Fall Internships
E-mail:
URL: http://www.tobaccofreekids.org/organization/jobs/
—updated 11 August 2004; Standing Offer - Washington Post web site is looking for Journalism interns for its World News, Local News, Politics, Sports Desk sections.
Job Description: The positions are paid and the hours are flexible (mostly part time).Job Requirements / Skills: Individuals must be Web-savvy and have hands-on HTML production experience. Editorial experience-preferably with business, financial, and/or technology journalism-is strongly preferred. Applicants should have excellent research, writing, and editing skills. Spreadsheet and database experience is also desired.Application Guidelines: Applicants should paste a copy of their résumé into an e-mail message (no attachments) and send it to
Kristin Balleisen
E-mail:
URL: Jobs Join Us
—updated 11 August 2004; Standing Offer - School of Journalism, University of Maryland University College has ongoing internships listed for students interested in Journalism.
Both paid and unpaid internships are listed.
Application Guidelines: Please mention that you found out about the position through the STC WDC job announcement list so we know how you found out about the job. To apply, see the information at
URL: http://www.journalism.umd.edu/intern/
—updated 11 August 2004; Standing Offer - The Washington Monthly in Washington, DC is seeking winter/spring Interns. Internships with the Monthly involve all aspects of magazine production, business, writing, editing, and design, and are unpaid. Past interns have gone on to careers at The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, The New Republic, Slate, the State Department, and the White House.
Application Guidelines: Applicants should send a cover letter, résumé, and writing samples to
The Washington Monthly
733 15th St. NW
Suite 520
Washington DC 20005
Phone: 202-393-5155
Fax:
E-mail:
URL: http://www.washingtonmonthly.com/jobs.html
—updated 11 August 2004; Standing Offer
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