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Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:42:10 GMT
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is accepting nominations for a scholar. The successful applicant will be a scholar of the highest stature to conduct research and policy analysis across a broad range of subjects.
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in economics and have at least 5 years of post-doctoral research or policy-related experience during which a proven record of publishing in professional or academic journals, edited volumes, or other publications has been established. A candidate may blend academic excellence with experience in the public or private sectors. The individual would be expected to do policy-relevant work, including innovative research, writing, advising, and interacting with other scholars at Brookings, the wider policy community and the media.
Salary will depend upon the candidate’s experience and will be comparable to that offered by universities or other research organizations. Applicants should send a full resume with a list of publications and a one page description of research interests with their relevance to policy to:
Jennifer Ambrosino
Assistant Director for Administration
Economic Studies
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
jambrosino@brookings.edu
We strongly encourage qualified women and minorities to apply. Only finalists for the position will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:40:00 GMT
The Metropolitan Policy Program is offering an internship position for the spring term within its Communications team to undergraduate and graduate students interested in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related subject. This internship offers the challenge of assisting in the day-to-day activities of the communications staff in the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program.
Duties include responding to media requests; pitching stories about Metro Program reports to regional and national media; assisting the media in contacting Metro Program scholars for stories or interviews; assisting in coordinating and staffing outreach events such as press conferences, forums, and policy roundtables; updating press lists; compiling clip reports; and completing other office duties as assigned. All positions are unpaid.
Please send a cover letter and resume (including computer skills) and a short (3-5 pages) writing sample to Sean Hardgrove at shardgrove@brookings.edu. The deadline for applications is November 30th. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those under final consideration for the position will be contacted.
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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:49:00 GMT
Manage web site content. Provide support services for web. Manage project and process documentation. Support Communications web team in carrying out all aspects of online communications and outreach.
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Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:56:55 GMT
The Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies (CNAPS) at the Brookings Institution is accepting applications for its Visiting Fellows program, a four-month residential research fellowship at the Brookings Institution in Washington, DC. CNAPS will host two classes of Visiting Fellows in the 2010-2011 academic year. The Autumn class will be in residence at Brookings during August 16-December 17, 2010 and will include one Fellow each from China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia. The Spring session is scheduled for March 1-June 30, 2011 and will include one Fellow each from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Vietnam. CNAPS will give preference to applications that include research proposals focused “challenges of cross-border crime.”
Fellows are drawn from mid- to senior ranks of the governments, think tanks, universities, media, and business communities in East Asia. Fellows are selected on a highly competitive basis, following a careful review of all applications. Applicants selected for the fellowship are eligible for a living stipend of up to $20,000 for the four-month term. Brookings will withhold taxes from Fellows’ stipends according to U.S. tax guidelines.
During the four-month Fellowships, Visiting Fellows conduct individual research and collaborative activities, interact with the U.S. policymaking community, and take part in the rich array of policy seminars and discussions available at Brookings. The Brookings Institution’s location and convening power give Visiting Fellows the opportunity to hear views from and interact with policy scholars and opinion leaders, the diplomatic community, U.S. government officials, journalists, and others. Visiting Fellows also have the opportunity to meet frequently with experts outside Brookings at major universities and other policy organizations in Washington, D.C.
About CNAPS
Established in 1998 as part of the Brookings Institution’s Foreign Policy program, CNAPS is a center for research, analysis, and exchange on the compelling policy challenges facing the Northeast Asia region and U.S.-Asia relations. CNAPS features three program areas: a Visiting Fellowship which targets Northeast Asia’s future political and opinion leaders; an active series of events on political, economic and security issues; and scholarly research and publication. Drawing on the Brookings Institution’s long-standing ties to the region, CNAPS is a leading venue for transpacific policy dialogue as well as research and publication devoted to Northeast Asia.
The Center is directed by Dr. Richard Bush, a senior fellow in Brookings’s Foreign Policy Studies program. Dr. Bush has extensive experience in both the executive and legislative branches of the United States government, most recently as chairman of the board and managing director of the American Institute in Taiwan under both the Clinton and Bush administrations. He also advised the then-Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Lee Hamilton, on Asian affairs; and has written and lectured extensively on Asian politics and policy.
Visiting Fellowship Program Information
The Brookings Institution’s CNAPS Visiting Fellows program is a competitive residential fellowship that offers mid-career scholars and professionals from East Asia the opportunity to carry out substantive research and interact with a wide range of actors in the Washington policy community, from U.S. government officials and foreign diplomats to journalists to scholars of U.S.‑Asia relations. Fellows usually receive a modest stipend and limited reimbursement for moving expenses and transportation to and from the United States.
CNAPS hosts two separate classes of Visiting Fellows each year:
Autumn 2010
Term: August 16-December 17, 2010
Application deadline: February 15, 2010 (results announced April 2010)
Eligible regions: China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia
Preferred research theme: “Challenges of cross-border crime”
Spring 2011
Term: March 1-June 30, 2011
Application deadline: September 1, 2010 (results announced November 2010)
Eligible regions: China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Vietnam
Preferred research theme: “Challenges of cross-border crime”
Applicant Requirements
A Ph.D. in political science, international relations, economics, or a discipline related to energy security is preferred but not required.
Applicants holding a Ph.D. should have 6-8 years of professional experience in one or more of the following fields: think tanks/academia, government, the media, or business, with practical or scholarly exposure to current political, economic, or security trends in the region.
Applicants without a Ph.D. should have 12-14 years of professional experience in one or more of the fields listed above.
Applicants with a professional interest in energy security, relations among East Asian nations, and in U.S.‑East Asian relations are highly desirable; CNAPS tends to focus more on international issues than domestic ones.
Applicants must have a demonstrated ability to conduct professional, in-depth research and deliver presentations in English.
Program Requirements
- Fellows must be available for a full-time affiliation with The Brookings Institution for the entire four-month program (e.g., August 16-December 17, 2010 or March 1-June 30, 2011).
- Fellows are required to research and write a working paper (minimum 6,000 words, maximum 10,000 words) on an approved policy topic. Papers are due in final form at the end of the four-month program; each Fellow may present his or her paper at a Brookings seminar during the course of the Fellowship.
- Each Fellow is expected to be an active participant in Brookings and CNAPS activities, including but not limited to regularly organized Visiting Fellow discussions and attending CNAPS discussions, seminars, presentations, press briefings, and other CNAPS and Brookings events.
- Fellows may participate in a group research trip outside Washington, possibly visiting one city for two or three days. Fellows are expected to give short presentations on their research and engage in discussions with scholars at major universities and think tanks; meetings will be organized by CNAPS staff.
Application Information
There are two application deadlines, depending on the term for which the candidate is applying:
Autumn 2010: Deadline is February 15, 2010 (Fellowship term is August 16-December 17, 2010)
Eligible regions: China, Japan, Korea, and Mongolia
Spring 2011: Deadline is September 1, 2010 (Fellowship term is March 1-June 30, 2011)
Eligible regions: China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Vietnam
Applications should consist of five elements:
The applicant’s resume or curriculum vitae, listing professional and educational experience, and publications (noting publications in English);
A detailed research proposal for a “working paper” to be researched and written at Brookings during the Visiting Fellowship. This paper is considered to be the main product of the Visiting Fellowship, and the proposal is an important part of the application.
CNAPS will give preference to research proposals focused on “challenges of cross-border crime.” Within that theme the Center welcomes proposals based on international relations, economic development, national security, law enforcement, or other perspectives. CNAPS especially welcomes proposals containing a U.S. policy component which would allow the Fellow to take fuller advantage of the resources and research opportunities available to him or her in Washington.
Candidates should submit a detailed working paper proposal as part of the application. The proposal should be at least 2000 words (roughly four pages) and should include the following:
A preliminary title and statement of the topic.
An explanation of the problem or policy issue to be examined and the anticipated conclusion.
A description of the paper’s organization and substantive components.
A brief discussion of the analytical framework and research methods to be utilized.
A statement of objectives to be met in researching this topic and completing this paper.
An assessment of how the paper would contribute to the policy community’s understanding of the issue.
An explanation of the impact that living in Washington would have on research of this topic.
- Detailed written responses to the following questions:
- How would the CNAPS Visiting Fellows program, and more broadly your tenure at Brookings, advance your career?
- How would you use experiences you gain during your tenure at Brookings when you return to Northeast Asia? How would they contribute to your home institution and your work?
- Which organizations and individuals would you most like to have contact with during your CNAPS fellowship?
- Two writing samples, in English, on topics related to the areas described above. Writing samples should be at least 2500 words each (roughly five single-spaced pages) and should not have been edited by a third party.
- Letters of reference from three professional colleagues. Letters can be sent directly to Brookings by the authors or can be included in the application package.
Completed application materials should be mailed or emailed by the dates listed above to:
Mr. Kevin Scott, Assistant Director
Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036
Telephone: (1-202) 797‑6307 / Fax: (1-202) 797‑2481
Questions should be forwarded via email to kscott@brookings.edu.
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Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:01:33 GMT
The Brookings Project on U.S. Relations with the Islamic World is seeking applications for the 2010 Ford Foundation Visiting Fellowship. Since its inception in 2002, the Visiting Fellows Program has sought to upgrade scholarship on relations between and understanding among researchers, policymakers, and the wider public in the U.S. and the Muslim world.
The Visiting Fellows Program is designed to bring the most knowledgeable and experienced analysts from Muslim communities and states to Washington. The intent of the program is to promote a positive dialogue between the U.S. and the Islamic world and generate a deeper understanding of the critical issues that face us together. Visiting Fellows will be expected to (1) participate in the various policy, research and outreach aspects of the Project, (2) research and write an analysis paper, or equivalent set of publications, whose scope will be determined in consultation with the Project Director and the Publications Manager (to be completed before departure) related to the project's work, to be published by Brookings, and (3) interact with the Washington policy-making community. Some examples of past publications by Ford Foundation Fellows can be found here. Brookings will provide a stipend, office space, computer resources, and full access to the Brookings Library. Brookings will not provide housing but will provide a contribution toward relocation expenses and will provide a letter to potential landlords confirming the fellowship arrangements.
Eligibility
Applicants should be talented journalists, policy analysts, academics, religious scholars, and other opinion leaders from the Islamic world. Qualified applicants should possess at least a university degree, with a higher degree preferred, and will have research and publishing experience. Fellows are expected to be in residence full-time at Brookings during their Fellowship and work full-time on their Fellowship research during the six-month period.
Brookings will assist Visiting Fellows in obtaining an exchange visitor visa.
Application Information
Applications should include:
- A brief cover letter, which notes how the applicant learned of the Fellowship;
- A C.V. including professional and educational experience, citizenship, and full contact information;
- A 5-10 page writing sample, in English, on a relevant topic;
- A 2-3 page prospectus of the proposed research topic for the period of the Fellowship;
- Two reference letters, to be submitted to Brookings either directly by the referees or mailed in separate, sealed envelopes along with the application.
Due Date
There is one 2010 Ford Foundation Visiting Fellowship. Applications are due January 31, 2010.
Please address any queries and forward completed application packages to:
Sadie Jonath
Saban Center for Middle East Policy
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-797-2481
Email: sjonath@brookings.edu
For more information on the Project on U.S. Relations with the Islamic World, please see our website: http://www.brookings.edu/projects/islamic-world.aspx
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Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:34:00 GMT
Responsible for providing support to the Controller, preparation of financial reporting, and supervision of all accounting staff. Significant written and verbal interaction with program administrators, guests and affiliates, and external parties, including auditors and banks. Uses professional accounting concepts and internal company policies to solve complex accounting issues including the maintenance of internal controls.
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:31:35 GMT
General Information
The Governance Studies program offers internships throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. Intern responsibilities include research and administrative assistance for the program's current projects.
Successful applicants are generally college juniors, seniors or graduate students with a demonstrated interest in American politics and public policy. Both undergraduates and graduate students in political science, public policy or a related field are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have strong research and writing skills, preferably demonstrated through prior independent research.
Please note that all positions are unpaid. These positions will run approximately from January through May. Hours are negotiable.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply to one of the posted positions below. To apply for an internship, please send a cover letter indicating your schedule availability (approximate number of days of the week available to work and approximate start and end dates), resume, and brief (no more than 3 pages) writing sample. Please indicate your top two fields of interest (as outlined below) in your cover letter; we will try to accommodate interests in our selection. Please send these materials to:
GSCOMMENTS@brookings.edu
Applications must be received by November 25th! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Current Opportunities
Governance Studies Program Internship (2 positions)
The interns will assist various Governance Studies scholars with their work. Topics include but are not limited to:
- Investigating career patterns in journalism with Senior Fellow Emeritus Stephen Hess
- Congress, election reform, and other American politics issues with Senior Fellow Thomas Mann
- Research and editing support for Washington Post column, religion and politics, and research support for a book project on American history with Senior Fellow EJ Dionne
- Legal issues surrounding the development of new technologies with Senior Fellow Benjamin Wittes
- Energy policy and CAFE standards as well as polarization in American politics with Senior Fellow Pietro Nivola
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:42:22 GMT
General Information
The Governance Studies program offers internships throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. Responsibilities of an intern include research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects.
Successful applicants are generally college juniors, seniors or graduate students with a demonstrated interest in American politics and public policy. Both undergraduates and graduate students in political science, public policy or a related field are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have strong research and writing skills, preferably demonstrated through prior independent research.
Please note that all positions are unpaid. These positions will run approximately from September through December. Hours are negotiable.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply to one of the posted positions below. To apply for an internship, please send a cover letter indicating your schedule availability (approximate number of days of the week available to work and approximate start and end dates), resume, and brief (3 – 5 page) writing sample. If you are applying to one of the general Governance Studies internships, please indicate your top two fields of interest in your cover letter. Please send these materials to:
GSCOMMENTS@brookings.edu
Applications must be received by August 4th! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Current Opportunities
• Governance Studies Program Internship (2 positions)
The interns will assist various Governance Studies scholars with their work. Topics include but are not limited to: investigating career patterns in journalism (with Senior Fellow Emeritus Stephen Hess); Congress, election reform, and other American politics issues (with Senior Fellow Thomas Mann); Research and editing support for Washington Post column, religion and politics, and research support for a book project on American history (with Senior Fellow EJ Dionne); and legal issues surrounding the development of new technologies (with Senior Fellow Benjamin Wittes).
• Internship with Senior Fellow Pietro Nivola
The intern will assist with varied research, including work on energy policy and CAFÉ standards as well as polarization in American politics. Experience in editing and creating PowerPoint presentations for speaking engagements highly desired.
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Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:35:43 GMT
The Saban Center for Middle East Policy at the Brookings Institution is seeking a full-time intern for the Fall of 2009. Established in May 2002, the Center studies critical issues affecting U.S. interests in the Middle East and the greater Muslim world.
The intern will provide administrative assistance to Saban Center staff in organizing the 2009 Saban Forum; work closely with the Programs Manager to manage logistical arrangements including hotel accommodations, flights, travel reimbursements for Forum participants, and invitations; and maintain detailed and accurate records of Forum participants and materials.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
The Center seeks candidates with a demonstrated interest in Middle East politics and/or U.S. foreign policy in the region. Prior event management experience preferred. Both undergraduates and graduate students in Middle East studies or international affairs are encouraged to apply. A strong academic background as well as superior writing, research, organizational, and inter-personal skills are a must. Skills in the Hebrew language are desirable. The candidate must be energetic, diplomatic, and detail oriented.
This position is unpaid and requires a minimum time commitment of 20 hours per week from August 1 through November 30, 2009.
Please see the Saban Center website for more information.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter and resume to sabancenter@brookings.edu with "Fall Intern" in the subject line. Applications must be received by July 06, 2009. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For international applicants, Brookings is not responsible for providing student or work visas; you will need to make your own visa arrangements.
Please direct all questions to:
Intern Coordinator
Saban Center for Middle East Policy
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 797-6462
Fax: (202) 797-2481
sabancenter@brookings.edu
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Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:49:21 GMT
About the Brookings Doha Center:
Established in 2007, the Brookings Doha Center (BDC) is a Project of the Saban Center for Middle East Policy at the Brookings Institution and an integral part of the Brookings Institution's Foreign Policy program. The BDC is also affiliated with the Brookings Project on U.S. Relations with the Islamic World, with which it co-organizes the annual U.S.-Islamic World Forum in Qatar. The BDC is a leading venue for policy analysis relevant to policy makers from both the U.S. and Muslim states and communities, particularly in the Middle East. The BDC undertakes research on the socio-economic and geo-political issues facing Muslim majority states and communities. Based in Doha, Qatar, much work of the BDC research focuses on the Arab world in general and the Gulf states in particular. The BDC research program features three program areas: (i) Governance Issues, (ii) Human Development; and (iii) International Affairs/Security Studies.
BDC Management:
Mr. Hady Amr, Director of the Brookings Doha Center is also a Fellow at the Brookings Institution's Saban Center for Middle East Policy which is directed by Ambassador Martin Indyk. Ambassador Indyk previously served as U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Near East Affairs. Mr. Amr has two decades of experience working on Human Development—economic, social and political—with governments and NGOs across the Muslim world and has also written extensively on U.S. relations with the Muslim world, and served as a presidential appointee at the U.S. Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies.
An International Advisory Council of American and Muslim world advisors, chaired by H.E. Sheikh Hammad bin Jassim bin Jabr al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, and Strobe Talbott, President of the Brookings Institution, provides the Center with guidance and advice on policy and programmatic issues.
BDC Visiting Fellow Program:
The Brookings Doha Center hosts two to three Visiting Fellows each year from the United States or the Muslim world. Visiting Fellows conduct individual research and collaborative activities, interacting policymaking communities, and presenting at two policy seminars at the BDC. The BDC’s convening power gives Visiting Fellows the opportunity to share views with policy scholars and opinion leaders, university professors, diplomats, government officials, journalists, the oil and financial communities, and others among the diplomatic community, including staff at the University of Qatar and the Qatar Foundation’s Education City. Visiting Fellows can expect to share views with the Doha-based international media which frequently contacts Brookings scholars for its broadcasts
Following a competitive selection process, a Visiting Fellow will be expected to take up residence at the BDC for a three to four month period (minimum of two months during the summer). Visiting Fellows are drawn from mid- to senior ranks of governments, think tanks, universities, and media from across the Arab world and Muslim majority countries, and from the U.S.
Each Visiting Fellow is brought to the BDC with the express purpose of completing an analysis paper of 10,000-15,000 words that falls within one of the three areas of the Center’s work: (i) Governance Issues (e.g., analysis of media laws, constitutions, religion and society), (ii) Human Development (e.g., analysis of government and non-governmental policy in the areas of education, health, environment, business and economics); and (iii) International Affairs / Security Studies (e.g., analysis of security frameworks in the Gulf, the war in Iraq, Israeli-Palestinian affairs, etc). All scholarship recipients will have to meet Brookings’ high standards for quality. In addition, BDC Visiting Fellows will write a short, 2000-4000 word policy paper on a separate topic. Applicants must propose topics that fit into the BDC’s area of research that would be of great interest to both U.S. and Muslim world policy makers.
It is anticipated that the primary language of drafts will be English. Final reports will be published in both English and Arabic. Successful applicants will have a Ph.D, an M.A. with at least a decade of post M.A. experience or broad-based governmental or professional experience and the ability to write the highest quality analysis in English.
Fellowships are based at the BDC in Doha, Qatar. Visiting Fellows will receive a living stipend; coverage of travel to and from Doha; and two additional payments, one for successful completion of a satisfactory draft analysis paper and another for a final version of the paper that is accepted by Brookings for publication. Because of the location of the BDC within Doha, a valid driver’s license is needed, as all BDC staff and fellows drive themselves to and from the BDC; a stipend is also provided for local car rental.
Timeline and Deadlines:
*The BDC Visiting Fellows program has 3 cycles per year. The residency period is at least three months in the Spring and Fall sessions and at least two months in the summer session.
Winter Session:
Apply by: November 15
Decision by: December 15
Start date: Between January 15 and March 15 for at least three months
Summer Session:
Apply by: March 1
Decision by: May 1
Start date: Between June 1 and July 1 for at least two months
Fall Session:
Apply by: June 1
Decision by: August 1
Start date: Between September 1 and October 1 for at least three months
How to Apply:
Please submit the following three items to DohaCenter@brookings.edu :
1. Resume (CV), including professional and educational experience, citizenship, and full contact information;
2. A writing sample (5-20 pages), in English, on a relevant topic;
3. A prospectus (2 pages) of the proposed research topic that:
- would be of great interest to policy makers from both the U.S. and a number of countries from the Muslim world,
- would result in specific policy recommendations
- would be based on specific analytical research
Reference Number: Brookings Doha Center Visiting Fellowship
Salary: Commensurate with experience and productivity.
To Apply: Send resume, writing sample and prospectus to dohacenter@brookings.edu. Fax +974 422 7801
Mail: Email recommended, however mail possible to: The Brookings Doha Center, PO Box 22694, Doha, Qatar.
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Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:48:44 GMT
Provides outreach assistance and organizational support to the Office of Communications with a focus on event management and administration.
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Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:08:58 GMT
Manages all aspects of time collection and payroll reporting for the Institution’s 400+ staff which include both exempt and non-exempt employees as well as hourly, salaried and special appointment employees. Serves as lead resource person for Payroll, Time Entry and Payroll Taxes resolving inquiries from various lines of businesses, employees and departments.
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Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:51:24 GMT
The METROPOLITAN POLICY program offers part-time and full-time internship opportunities throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. The intern's main responsibility is to provide research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in substantive and independent research in several diverse areas of urban policy, including but not limited to: market and demographic trends, metropolitan growth and development trends, planning and land use issues, transportation, economic development, neighborhood markets, and working family policies.
The position is mostly suited for junior and senior undergraduates majoring in economics, planning, political science, social sciences (particularly urban policy), and business. Computer skills preferred are ArcView GIS, Excel, SAS, and strong quantitative background. Anyone interested in urban issues is strongly encouraged to apply. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year, but schedules are flexible. Resumes are kept on file for a six-month period and will be submitted for consideration each time a position becomes available. All positions are unpaid.
To apply, please send cover letter, resume (including all relevant computer skills), 2 recommendations and a 3-5 page writing sample.
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Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:09:17 GMT
The Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program is currently offering part- or full-time internships for the spring semester. Interns will work closely with staff on a variety of projects related to the mission of the Metro Program. Candidates should have knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Experience with statistical programs such as SAS or STATA is a plus, as is experience with mapping programs such as ArcGIS. Interns will be required to work as part of a team, so strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required.
The position is mostly suited for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students majoring in economics, geography, public affairs, urban and regional planning, criminal/juvenile justice, political science, and social sciences (particularly urban policy). All positions are unpaid and interns are expected to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume (including all relevant computer skills), and 3-5 page writing sample to the following email address: shardgrove@brookings.edu. The deadline for applications is November 30th. Due to the expected volume of applications, only those under final consideration for the position will be contacted.
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Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:08:45 GMT
The John L. Thornton China Center is seeking a part–time/full-time intern to assist with the center’s activities for the Fall of 2009. Duties primarily include: event planning and staffing, maintaining and updating the center’s Microsoft Access database, as well as administrative support. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. Overall, the China Center internship is administrative in nature rather than research–oriented; however, the individual may be asked to assist scholars with both research and editing. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit at least 20 hours per week from September 21 – December 11.
The John L. Thornton China Center is seeking a candidate who has:
• a proven interest in Chinese political, social and economic issues, as well as U.S. foreign policy in the region;
• work experience and an academic background related to China;
• solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
• a professional demeanor;
• familiarity and experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary;
• some Mandarin Chinese language ability (desirable but not required);
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy Studies round-tables, press briefings and forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial work environment.
We are accepting applications until September 4, 2009. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Iris An (e–mail: ChinaCenter@brookings.edu or fax: 202-797-2485.)
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Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:10:42 GMT
Provides outreach assistance and organizational support to the Vice President of Communications and assists the Office of Communications with events and other projects.
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Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:18:41 GMT
Job Description
The intern will provide research support to the Project on Internal Displacement, which supports the mandate of the Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General on the Human Rights of Internally Displaced Persons. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) undertake research into issues of internal displacement, in support of particular research projects and activities being undertaken by the Project;
(b) contribute to reports, papers and briefing memos;
(c) attend meetings on behalf of the Project and prepare memoranda on issues raised;
(d) serve as rapporteur at Project meetings and events;
(e) assist with the organization of seminars in the US and abroad on internal displacement; and
(f) undertake other related activities assigned by the Project, including administrative
tasks as needed.
Qualifications
• Working toward a Master’s degree in relevant field, i.e. forced migration, human rights, international relations, or a JD or equivalent degree, with a focus on international human rights and humanitarian law.
• Superior writing and research skills
• Familiarity with issues of internal displacement
• English fluency (verbal and written); other language skills a plus
• Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team
Expected skills and experience to be gained
• Enhanced research and analytical skills on human rights and humanitarian issues
• Sharpened writing skills relevant to policy-makers and practitioners
• Greater knowledge of issues of internal displacement, humanitarian issues and the UN system
• Advocacy and networking skills
• Exposure to policy development at international, regional and national levels
• Skills in event organization and planning
• Being a part of an organization well-known in the field of foreign policy and having exposure to experts and cutting-edge research on a range of international issues
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
Erin Bourgois, ebourgois@brookings.edu
Only those considered will be contacted.
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Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:47:00 GMT
Foreign Policy at Brookings is seeking a full-time intern to assist with communications and web site duties as required. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. The communications internship is largely administrative in nature, though the individual will be asked to assist the Foreign Policy communications team in some research tasks. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit 40 hours per week from September 8 through December 18.
The Foreign Policy Program is looking for a candidate who has:
• a proven interest in U.S. foreign policy;
• academic background and/or work experience related to communications and web sites;
• solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
• a professional demeanor;
• familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, HTML and/or content management systems and be willing to undergo additional training if necessary;
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy roundtables, press briefings and public forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial and relaxed work environment.
We are accepting applications until August 28. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Ian Livingston (e–mail: ilivingston@brookings.edu or fax: 202-797-6003.) Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:43:23 GMT
Serves as marketing and communication lead for all Brookings Executive Education (BEE) outreach materials and web pages; and implements BEE’s outreach efforts. Acts as liaison to the Brookings Office of Communications.
Brookings Executive Education offers high-quality courses for corporate and government leaders which explore critical issues, the policy-making process, and public leadership.
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Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:16:16 GMT
Brookings Executive Education (BEE) is hiring one intern for the fall. BEE conducts seminars and training programs for corporate and federal executives on a wide range of issues, including leadership development, understanding the governing process and topical policy issues. BEE prefers college juniors, seniors, or recent graduates with an interest in American government, political science, leadership training, business, or marketing. Students with interests in economics, American studies, or other social sciences are also encouraged to apply. Interns are required to work for a minimum of 8-10 weeks, 4 or 5 days per week. Please indicate in your cover letter potential start and end dates and how many days per week you are available to work.
BEE seeks applicants who have distinguished themselves with leadership positions, who are passionate about their work and who display the ability to take initiative and work independently with little supervision. Applicants should have good computer skills. Interns provide vital assistance to staff members through a variety of tasks and projects such as: assisting prior to and during programs, event planning, research projects, office support, and marketing and business development projects. Our department is dynamic and fast-paced; interns should be prepared to be in a challenging environment filled with many learning opportunities and new experiences.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the contact listed below. Only candidates selected for a phone interview will be contacted.
Allison Brown
Program Manager
Executive Education
The Brookings Institution
Email: abrown@brookings.edu
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Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:43:42 GMT
Job Description
The intern will provide research and administrative support to the 21st Century Defense Initiative. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) research general defense issues including counterinsurgency, technology, personnel matters and future areas of engagement;
(b) update and maintain contacts database;
(c) draft updates for Initiative newsletter;
(d) assist with the organization of events and meetings;
(e) summarize relevant articles;
(f) attend meetings on behalf of the Initiative;
(g) undertake other related activities and administrative tasks assigned by the Initiative.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, i.e. international relations, security studies
• Superior writing and research skills
• Experience with database organization
• Familiarity with defense technology and current operations
• English fluency (verbal and written); other language skills a plus
• Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team
Expected skills and experience to be gained
• Experience in event organization and planning
• Greater proficiency with contacts management and institutional communication
• Enhanced research skills in the area of national security and defense analysis
• Sharpened writing skills relevant to policy-makers and practitioners
• Being a part of an organization well-known in the field of foreign policy and having exposure to experts and cutting-edge research on a range of international issues
How to Apply:
Please submit a one page writing sample and two references to Heather Messera at hmessera@brookings.edu.
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Tue, 04 Aug 2009 17:05:00 GMT
Supports the Development Office with administrative assistance, including filing, data entry, and other clerical tasks. Processes gift paperwork and performs other duties as assigned.
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Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:41:39 GMT
The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is accepting nominations for a scholar. All areas of economics will be considered, but special attention will be given to the following areas:
- education policy
- tax policy
- social policy
The successful applicant will be a scholar of the highest stature to conduct research and policy analysis across a broad range of subjects relating to one of the above areas of study.
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Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:20:50 GMT
As a member of the Finance and Administration team, work with the Deputy and Advisor to the VP of Finance and Administration to prioritize and manage financial and operational issues that arise within the Institution. As issues arise, principal liaison between various departments at Brookings to manage and direct the process until the issue is resolved. This position will initially focus on these key areas: the functionality and implementation of the accounting and budgeting software (PeopleSoft) and the Change Management team with respect to business processes and implementation.
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Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:42:58 GMT
Proactively provides executive level administrative support to the Controller, independently handling all assigned administrative duties. Provides general, day-to-day office management and serves as Program Hiring Contact for the Controller’s Office, managing staff, hiring, temps and other HR-related issues. Also serves as IT Liaison and manages IT equipment and needs for Controller’s Office. Serves as primary administrative liaison to the Institution’s Controller, including: maintaining calendar, schedules, task lists and files; copying and distributing materials; data entry; assistance with correspondence; and maintaining program supplies and machines.
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Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:01:40 GMT
The John L. Thornton China Center is seeking a part–time/full-time intern to assist with the center’s activities for the Summer of 2009. Duties primarily include: event planning and staffing, maintaining and updating the center’s Microsoft Access database, as well as administrative support. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. Overall, the China Center internship is administrative in nature rather than research–oriented; however, the individual may be asked to assist scholars with both research and editing. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit at least 20 hours per week from May 18 – August 28.
The John L. Thornton China Center is seeking a candidate who has:
- a proven interest in Chinese political, social and economic issues, as well as U.S. foreign policy in the region;
- work experience and an academic background related to China;
- solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
- a professional demeanor;
- familiarity and experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary;
- some Mandarin Chinese language ability (desirable but not required);
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy Studies round-tables, press briefings and forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial work environment.
We are accepting applications until April 15, 2009. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Callie Wang (e–mail: ChinaCenter@brookings.edu or fax: 202-797-2485.)
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Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:39:40 GMT
Responsible for coordinating a broad range of communications, programming, and administrative activities for the Brookings Doha Center in Doha, Qatar, including media and public outreach and organizing conferences, fora, and symposia.
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Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:59:21 GMT
Conducts investment research and analysis and generally assists in the functions of the Investment Office. Primary responsibilities involve supporting the Chief Investment Officer and the Investment Committee of the Board and working with the external money managers, consultant and custodian. Secondary responsibilities involve coordinating efforts with the Controller’s and Development Offices. Many responsibilities are regular or periodic in nature while others are assigned as needed.
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Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:33:48 GMT
Work with central Office of Communications staff and program Communication Directors to ensure smooth implementation of public events and respond to media inquires. Promote Brookings, its scholars, research, events and other publications in the media while expanding and maintaining contacts with journalists, producers and other members of the press. Serve as primary back-up to the Senior Communications Advisors.
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:15:30 GMT
Serves as senior accountant to provide high level general accounting oversight, including management of all A/R and cash processing, various bank and account reconciliations; the reconciliation of endowment investments; management of all international location books and reconciliations; provides research and analytical support to the Controller; coordinates accounting between the Controller’s office and Development Office in matters related to gift receipts and handling; management of the month end book closing; management of the permanently restricted asset accounts and journalizing the unitization allocations; and management of various objectives associated with the annual audit.
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:16:12 GMT
Using knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles and procedures organizes and provides high-level professional support to the office of the General Counsel. Manages contract workflow and approval process. Responsible for creation, maintenance and archiving of legal files —both electronic and paper. Serves as day-to-day “expert” and liaison with staff on document retention and destruction. Provides pre-closing and post-closing support to General Counsel for major transactions. May conduct basic legal research, document review or due diligence. May collect, summarize and synthesize information in reports, memoranda, tables, charts and exhibits. Provides administrative assistance to the General Counsel (initially primary assistance, later back-up assistance).
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Wed, 13 May 2009 15:13:36 GMT
Serve as staff accountant to provide general accounting support. Duties include management of fixed assets, reconciliation of purchasing card data to general ledger, JE’s, monthly account reconciliations, and assistance to Associate Controller and Senior Accountants.
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Fri, 08 May 2009 10:35:33 GMT
Manage web site content. Provide support services for web. Manage Communications office photos for publications and web. Create and maintain media, congressional and public outreach lists. Support Communications web team in carrying out all aspects of online communications and outreach.
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Fri, 08 May 2009 09:43:21 GMT
Brookings Center for Executive Education (BCEE) is hiring one intern for the summer. BCEE conducts seminars and training programs for corporate and federal executives on a wide range of issues, including leadership development, understanding the governing process and topical policy issues. BCEE prefers college juniors, seniors, or recent graduates with an interest in American government, political science, leadership training, business, or marketing. Students with interests in economics, American studies, or other social sciences are also encouraged to apply. Interns are required to work for a minimum of 8-10 weeks, 4 or 5 days per week. Please indicate in your cover letter potential start and end dates and how many days per week you are available to work.
BCEE seeks applicants who have distinguished themselves with leadership positions, who are passionate about their work and who display the ability to take initiative and work independently with little supervision. Applicants should have good computer skills.
Interns provide vital assistance to staff members through a variety of tasks and projects such as assisting prior to and during programs, event planning, research projects, office support, and marketing and business development projects. Our department is dynamic and fast-paced; interns should be prepared to be in a challenging environment filled with many learning opportunities and new experiences.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the contact listed below. Select candidates will be contacted for phone interviews.
Allison Brown
Program Manager
Executive Education
The Brookings Institution
Email: abrown@brookings.edu
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Wed, 06 May 2009 14:39:18 GMT
Foreign Policy at Brookings is seeking a full-time intern to assist with communications and web site duties as required. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. The communications internship is largely administrative in nature, though the individual will be asked to assist the Foreign Policy communications team in some research tasks. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit 40 hours per week from May 18 through August 28.
The Foreign Policy Program is looking for a candidate who has:
- a proven interest in U.S. foreign policy;
- academic background and/or work experience related to communications and web sites;
- solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
- a professional demeanor;
- familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, HTML and/or content management systems and be willing to undergo additional training if necessary;
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy roundtables, press briefings and public forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial and relaxed work environment.
We are accepting applications until May 8. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Ian Livingston (e–mail: ilivingston@brookings.edu or fax: 202-797-6003.) Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mon, 04 May 2009 14:13:02 GMT
Oversees benefits enrollment, reporting, billing and troubleshooting. Coordinates benefit administration for the Institution's 400+ staff, plus select affiliates.
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Fri, 01 May 2009 15:18:50 GMT
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Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:46:30 GMT
GOVERNANCE STUDIES
General Information
The Governance Studies program offers part-time and full-time internships throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. Responsibilities of an intern include research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects.
Successful applicants are generally college juniors, seniors or graduate students with a demonstrated interest in American politics and public policy. Both undergraduates and graduate students in political science, public policy or a related field are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have strong research and writing skills, preferably demonstrated through prior independent research.
Applicants should apply to one of the posted positions below, but should also expect to work with other scholars throughout the internship as the need arises. Please note that all positions are unpaid. These positions will run approximately from January through May. Hours are negotiable. Applications must be received by December 10th! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply for an internship, please send a cover letter indicating your schedule availability (approximate number of days of the week available to work and approximate start and end dates), resume, and brief (3 – 5 page) writing sample to:
GSCOMMENTS@brookings.edu
Or:
Internship Coordinator
Governance Studies
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Current Opportunities
· Internship with Senior Fellow Emeritus Stephen Hess
The intern will primarily assist with an ongoing project investigating career patterns in journalism.
· Internship with Fellow and Research Director in Public Law, Benjamin Wittes
The intern will assist on a research project examining the legal framework of the War on Terror.
· Internship with Senior Fellow Thomas Mann
The intern will help with research related to Congress, election reform, and other general topics in American politics.
· Internship with Senior Fellow E.J. Dionne
The intern will provide research and editing support for bi-weekly Washington Post column; research and event support for projects on religion, politics and public life, national service and a new GI Bill, the new contours of American politics after the 2008 election; and the role of the media in politics.
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Wed, 11 Feb 2009 11:19:29 GMT
In conjunction with other HR Coordinator, provides general administrative support to the Human Resources Office, including coordination of job postings, advertisements, and temporary help; coordinates and conducts orientations; has primary responsibility for the Institution’s Affiliate Program.
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Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:13:26 GMT
The Global Economy and Development Program is seeking a part-time intern to assist the Policy Director of the Foreign Assistance Reform Project. Ideally, the intern will commit at least 15-20hrs offsite beginning in September 2008 through December 2008.
The selected intern will be required to:
· Carry out administrative duties to support the Policy Director, Foreign Assistance Reform Project, including logistical planning, coordination, and note-taking in support of Project meetings.
· Assist with research and analyses as assigned, such as:
o Presidential transition research – Intern may assist the Policy Director by carrying out detailed research on previous transitions between administrations to discern patterns, likely timelines, key transition issues and factors in previous transitions with a focus on foreign policy and international development initiatives as well as selection processes for key leadership positions related to U.S. foreign assistance. This research will focus on issues chronologically spanning the latter term of presidential campaigns, through the transition period between elections and inaugurations, to the first several months of a new presidency.
o Congressional tracking – Intern may assist the Policy Director by monitoring pending legislation, authorization/appropriation processes, and hearings relevant to U.S. foreign assistance, global development efforts and reform of civilian international affairs agencies and coordinating structures.
o Presidential campaign tracking – Intern may assist the Policy Director by monitoring speeches, debates and policy statements by the Presidential candidates and their surrogates as relevant to U.S. foreign assistance, global development efforts and reform of civilian international affairs agencies and coordinating structures.
· Attend select foreign assistance related meetings and hearings to take notes/participate as required.
A qualified candidate will, at a minimum, have a demonstrated interest in U.S. foreign assistance and international development as well as a general understanding of how the Executive and Legislative branches of the U.S. government function (Congressional appropriations and oversight, Executive policy-making and implementation). Prior work/internship experience in related areas will be viewed favorably. She/he will have excellent communications and administrative/organizational skills to assist with the coordination and logistical planning required for meetings and events involving relevant Brookings staff and scholars.
Please send a cover letter and resume to yfuentes@brookings.edu with "Fall Intern—US Foreign Assistance Reform Project" in the subject line. Only those applicants selected to interview will be contacted.
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Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:53:03 GMT
The Saban Center for Middle East Policy at The Brookings Institution is seeking applications for the 2008 Todd G. Patkin Visiting Fellowship in Arab Democracy and Development. The purpose of the Fellowship is to enhance the US-Arab policy dialogue on questions of regional reform, to inform the American policy debate on this issue, and to expose reformers from the Arab world to the Washington policy community. The Visiting Fellow will be hosted by the Middle East Democracy and Development (MEDD) Project. Directed by Tamara Cofman Wittes, Senior Fellow at the Saban Center at Brookings, the MEDD Project conducts research and analysis on political and economic reform in the Middle East, with a focus on U.S. policy.
During their four-month stay in Washington, D.C., Visiting Fellows will have the chance to interact with members of the Washington policy community and take advantage of the resources of the Brookings Institution. Brookings will provide round-trip, economy-class travel to Washington for the Fellow, a stipend, office space, research assistance, computer resources, and full access to the Brookings Library. Brookings will not provide housing, but will provide a contribution toward relocation expenses and will provide a letter to potential landlords confirming the fellowship arrangements.
Fellows will be expected to participate in the various policy, research, and outreach aspects of the Saban Center and to research and write a 15,000-25,000 word analysis paper in consultation with the Project Director. A first draft of the paper is to be completed before the Fellow’s departure. Fellows will be given the opportunity to present their research to Brookings scholars, as well as to the wider Washington policy community.
Eligibility
Applicants should be citizens or permanent residents of an Arab country and be actively engaged in political and economic reform issues as researchers, writers, advocates and/or practitioners. Qualified applicants will possess at least a university degree, with a higher degree preferred, and will have research and publishing experience.
Applicants must hold a valid passport, and must be able to obtain a J1 Visa and to read, write, and speak at a scholarly level in English.
Fellows are expected to be in residence full-time at Brookings during their Fellowship and work full-time on their Fellowship research during the four-month period.
Application Information
Applications should include:
- A brief cover letter, which notes how the applicant learned of the Fellowship;
- A C.V. including professional and educational experience, citizenship, and full contact information;
- A 5-10 page writing sample, in English, on a relevant topic;
- A prospectus of the proposed research topic for the period of the Fellowship;
- Two reference letters, to be submitted to Brookings either directly by the referees or mailed in separate, sealed envelopes along with the application.
Applications for the 2009 Patkin Fellowship are due by October 15, 2008.
Please address any queries and forward completed application packages to:
Yinnie Tse
Assistant Director of Budget & Administration
Saban Center for Middle East Policy
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-797-2481
Email: ytse@brookings.edu
For more information on the Saban Center, please see our website:
http://www.brookings.edu/fp/saban/sabancenter_hp.htm
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Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:21:24 GMT
Serve as staff accountant to provide general accounting support. Duties include management of fixed assets, reconciliation of purchasing card data to general ledger, JE’s, monthly account reconciliations, and assistance to Associate Controller and Senior Accountants.
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Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:21:06 GMT
Serves as senior accountant to provide high level general accounting oversight, including management of all A/R and cash processing, various bank and account reconciliations; the reconciliation of endowment investments; management of all international location books and reconciliations; provides research and analytical support to the Accounting Supervisor and Controller; coordinates accounting between the Controller’s office and Development Office in matters related to gift receipts and handling; management of the month end book closing; management of the permanently restricted asset accounts and journalizing the unitization allocations; and management of various objectives associated with the annual audit.
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Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:38:56 GMT
The OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS offers several internships throughout the year to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in mass communications, public relations, journalism, or a related subject. These internships offer the challenge of assisting in the day-to-day activities of a busy communications office.
Duties include responding to telephone and written inquiries from the general public as well as media, government, academic, and other organizations in the U.S. and abroad; assisting the media in contacting Brookings scholars for stories or interviews; assisting in coordinating and staffing outreach events such as press conferences, forums, and policy roundtables; updating press lists; and completing other office duties as assigned.
All positions are unpaid.
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Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:56:42 GMT
The Associate Controller plans, directs, and organizes all financial accounting operations, including: overseeing preparation of financial statements and reports that accurately depict the current financial position of the Institution, ensuring that charges to the general ledger accounts are correct, preparing for the annual external audit. Directs all accounting functions and ensures compliance with policies, procedures and other internal systems. Responsible for execution of annual audit; trains and educates staff on accounting issues; and researches accounting issues as requested by the Controller.
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Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:34:34 GMT
Provide power-user expertise, administrative support, and maintenance for the Institution’s Document Management and related Systems (DMS) to ensure efficient document/records capture, storage and retrieval.
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Wed, 07 Jan 2009 12:03:03 GMT
Provides research assistance and administrative support for the Brookings Doha Center (BDC) Director. Undertakes all work in English and Arabic as required. This position is based in Doha, Qatar.
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Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:34:35 GMT
The Program Manager works with the Brookings Center for Executive Education Program Director to develop and conduct a wide variety of open enrollment and custom educational programs for business and government executives. Responsibilities include program/session direction and facilitation, program and issue research, agenda preparation, follow-up with speakers and participants, and program logistics.
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Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:56:16 GMT
The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical support in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations. Providing these services ensures that finances are accurate and up to date, that staff are paid in a timely and appropriate manner and that vendors and suppliers are paid within established time limits.
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Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:48:53 GMT
The Brookings Institution Research Fellowships
2009-2010
APPLICATION DEADLINES
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Nomination Letter: |
December 1, 2008 |
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Applicaton: |
February 6, 2009 |
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Notification: |
By March 31, 2009 |
Description
The Brookings Institution will award five resident fellowships for policy-oriented doctoral research. The fellowships are designed for candidates whose dissertation topics and career goals are directly related to public policy issues and thus to the major interests of the Institution. Fellows will conduct their research in affiliation with one of three participating Brookings research programs: Governance Studies, Foreign Policy Studies, and Metropolitan Policy. Awards will go to scholars whose research will benefit from access to the data, opportunities for interviewing, and consultation with senior staff members afforded by the Brookings Institution and by residence in Washington, DC.
The 2009-2010 fellowships carry a stipend of $23,000, payable on a ten-month basis, for nine months of research in residence at Brookings and one month of vacation. Under the Tax Reform Act of 1986, most if not all of this stipend will probably be taxable income. Fellows are eligible to participate in the Institution's health insurance plan during the period of their appointment. Immediate family members may also be included under an extended plan. The Institution will provide up to $1,500 supplementary assistance for reimbursement of expenses for research-related travel, copying and other essential research requirements, plus access to a personal computer and the Institution's main server and networks. The fellows chosen will be expected to pursue their research at the Brookings Institution beginning on or about September 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.
Fellows are invited to participate in conferences and seminars hosted by Brookings during their stay and will have access to the research resources available to resident staff members. Fellows are also encouraged to present their progress to Brookings scholars, staff and other Brookings Research Fellows. Exceptional dissertations may be considered for publication by Brookings.
Procedure
Candidates must be nominated by the Chair or Director of their graduate department via e-mail notice addressed to brf@brookings.edu no later than December 1, 2008. Sponsorship by individual faculty members cannot substitute for the formal designation of the department. Nominations also may be mailed to:
Affiliate Program Coordinator
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Departments should name no more than two nominees per Brookings research program. Each nominee may only be nominated to one program. Nomination notices should only include the nominee's name, e-mail address, mailing address, dissertation title, university and department name, and should specify the Brookings research program to which the nominee will apply. Click here or see below for an example of a nomination letter.
By December 15, Brookings will contact nominees directly with information regarding the application process. Nominees must submit their completed applications by February 6, 2009 in order to be considered candidates. Candidates will be notified of decisions on their applications by the end of March.
For more information about each Brookings Program, please visit our websites:
Governance Studies
Foreign Policy Studies
Metropolitan Policy
Examples of recent research fellow dissertation topics include:
From Race to Color: Does Skin Color Hierarchy Transform Racial Classification?
Wal-Mart Welfare: The Role of Low-Wage Employers in American Antipoverty Policy.
From Democracy to Diversity: The Transformation of American Higher Education from World War I through the Cold War.
Economic Insecurity, Real and Imagined: The Perception and Management of Family Economic Risk.
The Courage of Our Convictions: How America Can Provide Democracy in the Middle East.
Sample Nomination Letter
I, Dr. John Doe, Chair of the Political Science Department at State University, nominate Susie Que to be a candidate for the Brookings Research Fellowship.
Susie is a Ph.D. student in my department; her dissertation title is The Role of Think Tanks in American Politics. She would like to be considered for a Research Fellowship in the Governance Studies Program.
Susie's mailing address is: 123 Main St., State University, State, 12345.
Her e-mail address is: student@state.university.edu
My e-mail address is: professor@state.university.edu
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Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:50:27 GMT
The John L. Thornton China Center is seeking a part–time/full-time intern to assist with database maintenance, event planning and staffing, and other duties as required. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. Overall, the China Center internship is administrative in nature rather than research–oriented, though the individual may be asked to assist scholars. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit at least 20 hours per week from January 21 through April 24.
The John L. Thornton China Center is looking for a candidate who has:
- a proven interest in Chinese political, social and economic issues, as well as U.S. foreign policy in the region;
- work experience and academic background related to China;
- solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
- a professional demeanor;
- familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary
- some Mandarin Chinese language ability (desirable but not required);
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy Studies round-tables, press briefings and public forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial and relaxed work environment.
We are accepting applications until December 15, 2008. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Elizabeth Brooks (e–mail: ChinaCenter@brookings.eduor fax: 202-797-2485.)
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Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:51:12 GMT
Brookings Center for Executive Education (BCEE) is hiring one intern for the spring 2009 semester. BCEE prefers college juniors, seniors, or recent graduates with an interest in American government, political science, leadership training, business, or marketing. Students with interests in economics, American studies, or other social sciences are also encouraged to apply. Interns are required to work for a minimum of 12 weeks, 4 or 5 days per week.
BCEE conducts between 50 and 70 seminars and training programs annually for government officials and corporate and federal executives on a wide range of issues – from specific public policy issues to leadership training to understanding the nature of Congress and of the Washington political environment.
BCEE seeks applicants who have distinguished themselves with leadership positions, who are passionate about their work and who display the ability to take initiative and work independently with little supervision. Applicants should have good computer skills.
Interns provide vital assistance to staff members through a variety of tasks and projects such as assisting prior to and during programs, event planning, research projects, office support, and marketing and business development projects. Our department is dynamic and fast-paced; interns should be prepared to be in a challenging environment filled with many learning opportunities and new experiences.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the contact listed below. Please indicate potential start and end dates of internship and the number of days per week you are available to work. Select candidates will be contacted for phone interviews.
Allison Brown
Program Manager
Executive Education
The Brookings Institution
Phone: 202-797-2484
Email: abrown@brookings.edu
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Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:58:44 GMT
Internship, Brookings-Tsinghua Center for Public Policy
(Part-Time, Semester)
The Brookings-Tsinghua Center for Public Policy (abbreviated name BTC) was established jointly by China’s Tsinghua University and the United States’ Brookings Institution and is located at the Tsinghua University School of Public Policy and Management. The Center is devoted to researching Chinese public policy issues and organizing policy roundtables, public lectures, private forums and discussions. The Center has also enjoyed many successes in its research, and has become an international forum and platform for international exchange and discussion. In support of China’s ongoing reforms, the BTC provides research of quality, independence, and impact.
Basic Function
The Brookings-Tsinghua Center for Public Policy is seeking 1-2 part–time interns to participate in Center’s daily operations on database management and website maintenance. Interns must be able to commit at least 15-20 hrs per week during one school semester.
Education and Experience
· At least a Bachelor's degree; students with a major in economics, finance, English, or computer science preferred.
· Excellent writing skills.
· Good command of spoken and written Chinese and English.
· Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.
To Apply
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and a letter of recommendation to the Brookings-Tsinghua Center for Public Policy. Please put in the subject line "Application for BTC job opening".
Email
brookings@mail.tsinghua.edu.cn
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Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:30:29 GMT
Tracks money movements, conducts investment research and analysis, and generally contributes to the functioning of the Investment Office. Primary responsibilities involve working with the custodian, consultant and external money managers, and supporting the Chief Investment Officer and the Investment Committee of the Board. Secondary responsibilities involve coordinating efforts with the Controller’s and Development Offices. Many responsibilities are regular or periodic in nature while others are assigned as needed.
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Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:56:20 GMT
The Wolfensohn Center for Development’s research team at the Brookings Institution analyzes global economic trends to identify emerging issues in international development. These issues are then publicized to the Center’s stakeholders in a lucid and concise format.
As an intern, you will provide research support to the team, while also being associated with the Wolfensohn Center for Development. The non-paid part-time internship (10 - 15 hours per week) begins on 3 September 2008 and will end on 30 April 2009. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) design, maintain and update datasets analyzing global economic trends, using data from such sources as the World Development Indicators, IMF datasets and Economist Intelligence Unit;
(b) identify key findings from datasets and present these in a lucid and concise graphical format;
(c) draft and edit briefs and speeches prepared for high-level policymakers;
(d) conduct thorough literature reviews to assist in research of specific international development issues;
(e) contribute to reports, papers and briefing memos;
(f) attend meetings on behalf of the Center and prepare memoranda on issues raised;
(g) undertake other related activities assigned by the Center.
Expected skills and experience to be gained:
- Enhanced research and analytical skills in international development, including applied statistical experience
- Sharpened writing skills relevant to policy-makers and practitioners
- Exposure to experts working on cutting-edge research in development economics
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
Steven Most: wolfensohncenter@brookings.edu
Only those considered will be contacted.
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Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:56:01 GMT
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Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:13:09 GMT
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Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:35:38 GMT
The Foreign Policy program at the Brookings Institution is seeking one part-time intern to assist Senior Fellow Stephen Cohen and his staff with activities related to South Asia, particularly India and Pakistan, for the spring of 2009. The intern’s duties will include:
- Organizing events, including roundtables, public lectures and conferences
- Tracking regional media
- Providing administrative support
- Assisting with research and writing, including fact-checking and editing manuscripts
Undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. Candidates should ideally have administrative experience, organizational skills, and strong research and writing abilities. A background or demonstrable interest in India and/or Pakistan, a familiarity with security issues, and an academic background in international relations, political science, history or a related subject are highly desirable, although not required.
The position is unpaid and requires a minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week from January 21 through April 24, 2009.
How to apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to djaishankar@brookings.eduwith "Summer Intern" in the subject line. Applications must be received by December 1, 2008. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For international applicants, Brookings is not responsible for providing student or work visas; you will need to make your own visa arrangements.
Please direct all questions to:
Dhruva Jaishankar
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20036(202) 797-6023
Fax: (202) 797-6031
(202) 797-6023Fax: (202) 797-6031
djaishankar@brookings.edu
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Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:33:58 GMT
The 21st Century Defense Initiative has an open position for an internship starting January 21, 2009, and ending April 24, 2009.
Job description
The intern will provide research and administrative support to the 21st Century Defense Initiative. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) undertake research in the broader areas of human security, and global economic, social and political trends;
(b) contribute to reports, papers and briefing memos;
(c) attend meetings on behalf of the Initiative;
(d) assist with the organization of seminars, conferences and meetings;
(e) undertake other related activities assigned by the Initiative, including administrative tasks.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, i.e. international relations, security studies
• Superior writing and research skills
• Familiarity with international issues, globalization and economics
• Knowledge of U.S. military structures, doctrines and tactics
• English fluency (verbal and written); other language skills a plus
• Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team
Expected skills and experience to be gained
• Enhanced research and analytical skills in the area of security and defense, technology and military strategy/tactics
• Sharpened writing skills relevant to policy-makers and practitioners
• Greater knowledge of military doctrine
• Skills in event organization and planning
• Being a part of an organization well-known in the field of foreign policy and having exposure to experts and cutting-edge research on a range of international issues
How to apply
Please send your resume, cover letter and a brief writing sample to 21DefenseInitiative@brookings.edu. Applications deadline: December 12, 2008.
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Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:36:47 GMT
The Energy Security Initiative is seeking a part–time intern to assist with research, create and maintain contact and mailing lists, work with Brookings’ web coordinators to update the ESI website, serve as rapporteur at meetings and events, assist with the organization of seminars, conferences and meeting, and other duties as required. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently with minimal supervision. Ideally, the intern (preferably a current college junior or senior) will commit at least 15-20 hours per week from January 21 until April 24, 2009.
The Energy Security Initiative is looking for a candidate who has:
- a proven interest in the energy security challenges facing the US and the world;
- work experience and academic background related to energy policy from an environmental, economic or geopolitical perspective;
- solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
- a professional demeanor;
- familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary;
While the internship is unpaid, the intern will gain broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank. He or she will also have the opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy round-tables, press briefings and public forums. In addition, he or she will gain valuable skills in a collegial and relaxed work environment.
We are accepting applications until December 12, 2008. Please send a cover letter, resume, and 1–3 letters of reference to Lea Rosenbohm (e–mail: lrosenbohm@brookings.edu.) Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:34:44 GMT
Job description
The intern will provide research and administrative support to Vanda Felbab-Brown. Position can be part-time or full-time, but ideally the intern will commit at least 15-20 hours per week from January 21 through April 24, 2008. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) undertake research into issues of drugs and other illicit economies; counternarcotics policies; insurgency; civil war; terrorism; and conflict management in Asia and Latin America
(b) contribute to reports, papers and briefing memos;
(c) serve as rapporteur at meetings and events;
(d) assist with the organization of seminars, conferences and meetings;
(e) undertake other related activities assigned, including administrative tasks.
Qualifications
• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, i.e. political science, history, international relations
• Superior writing and research skills
• English fluency (verbal and written); other language skills a plus, fluency in Spanish is highly desirable
• Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary
Expected skills and experience to be gained
• Enhanced research and analytical skills.
• Broad exposure to the day-to-day management of an exciting research program at the nation's preeminent think tank.
• Opportunity to attend various Foreign Policy round-tables, press briefings and public forums.
• Ability to gain valuable skills in a collegial and relaxed work environment.
• Having exposure to experts and cutting-edge research on a range of international issues.
Please send a resume and cover letter no later than December 12, 2008 to Vanda Felbab-Brown at vfelbabbrown@brookings.edu. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:50:10 GMT
To primarily manage the Brookings J-1 Exchange Visitor (EV) program and to provide back up on employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant visa petitions.
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Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:24:10 GMT
Provides assistance to Director of Business Services with budget analysis and forecasting, emergency preparedness, office management, and tenant relations. Supervises Coordinator.
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Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:46:07 GMT
Drives, develops, and manages the business planning and budgeting function of a 90+ million nonprofit operation; responsible for preparation and day-to-day management and oversight of the Institution’s capital, operating, department (“program”) and project budgets; drives the annual budget process comprised of developing planning assumptions, compiling budget submissions, and developing analysis surrounding both operations and capital requirements.
Note: This position reports to the Director of Planning & Analysis and works closely with the VP for Finance and Administration. The Office of Planning and Analysis is responsible for the integration and oversight of Brookings’s decision support comprised of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis, as well as tracking of interdisciplinary and strategic initiatives.
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Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:17:48 GMT
Program Assistant undertakes a broad range of program-related administrative tasks, as well as opportunities for providing on-site assistance during executive education programs. This is an entry-level position with possibility for advancement.
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Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:47:36 GMT
Manages all staffing-related activities for partner program(s).
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Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:43:34 GMT
Position Description
The intern will provide research and administrative support to Ivo Daalder. Ideally, the intern will commit at least 15-20 hours per week from September 15 through December 19, 2008. Principal duties and responsibilities will be to:
(a) undertake research into issues of nuclear non-proliferation, US foreign policy decision-making and globalization
(b) contribute to reports, papers and briefing memos;
(c) serve as rapporteur at meetings and events;
(d) assist with the organization of seminars, conferences and meetings;
(e) undertake other related activities assigned, including administrative tasks.
Qualifications
· Working toward a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in relevant field, i.e. political science, history, international relations
· Superior writing and research skills
· Familiarity with presidential decision-making and the National Security Council
· English fluency (verbal and written); other language skills a plus
· Adaptability, professionalism and capability of working independently and as part of a team
· Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, database experience and the willingness to undergo additional training if necessary
Expected Skills and experiences to be gained
· Enhanced research and analytical skills in the area of U.S. foreign policy decision-making
· Sharpened writing skills relevant to policy-makers and practitioners
· Greater knowledge of the National Security Council and issues of nuclear non-proliferation
· Skills in event organization and planning
· Being a part of an organization well-known in the field of foreign policy and having exposure to experts and cutting-edge research on a range of international issues
Please send a resume and cover letter no later than August 5, 2008 to Jeffrey Gelman at jgelman@brookings.edu. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:14:59 GMT
Serves as developer and coordinator of all BCEE outreach materials and web pages; and implements the Center’s outreach efforts, under the supervision of the Communications Director. Acts as web site liaison to the Brookings Office of Communications.
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Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:07:47 GMT
Responsible for monitoring and managing grant activity as it relates to revenue recognition, receipts and reporting to funders.
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Thu, 22 May 2008 16:01:45 GMT
This position handles all day-to-day enrollment activities for BCEE. As the initial point of contact with our customer base, is responsible for coordinating registration activities and delivering outstanding customer service throughout the customer’s program life cycle, helping to maximize division sales and encourage repeat attendance.
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Tue, 13 May 2008 13:49:34 GMT
Advises the VP on numerous matters, including strategic and tactical decisions to be made; may also take on special projects as assigned by the VP. It is expected that the Deputy’s responsibilities will change over time as special projects are completed and new projects arise. Note: the Deputy acts on behalf of the VP in his absence.
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Thu, 01 May 2008 16:48:22 GMT
The Grants Coordinator is responsible for monitoring and managing grant activity as it relates to revenue recognition, receipts, expenditures and reporting to funders.
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Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:42:42 GMT
The Hamilton Project, an initiative of The Brookings Institution produces research and policy proposals on how to create a growing economy that benefits more Americans. The Hamilton Project’s economic strategy reflects a judgment that long term prosperity is best achieved by making economic growth broad-based, by enhancing individual economic security, and by embracing a role for effective government in making needed public investments.
In the past The Hamilton Project has released papers on such topics as education, health care reform, anti-poverty policy, energy policy, and fiscal stimulus. This summer The Hamilton Project will be releasing papers on infrastructure strategy including congestion pricing, air traffic control, spectrum allocation, and broadband.
The Hamilton Project seeks a motivated, energetic team player to serve as a Research Aide beginning in June and ending in mid- to late-August.
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Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:40:02 GMT
Provides research support to scholars of the Global Economy and Development Program. Assists in the organization of meetings and events and related outreach activities of Global scholars.
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Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:36:04 GMT
Helps develop, oversee, and execute major research projects focusing on national, state, and metropolitan transportation and infrastructure trends and policy solutions with minimal supervision. Conceptualizes projects and project sections, conducts research, drafts summaries of findings, drafts paper content, identifies and seeds new research, helps review and edit papers, and generally helps author publications emanating from the policy program. Helps plan policy meetings and public events as needed. Serves as external research liaison to outside scholars and constituency groups.
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Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:22:00 GMT
Manages the Metropolitan Policy Program’s foundation giving program to raise restricted and unrestricted gifts from foundations at all levels. Works with the Metro Program’s Director of Development to develop overall giving strategy from these institutions and manages its implementation. Works with other Metro Program and Brookings development staff to develop comprehensive, integrated fundraising strategies.
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Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:11:23 GMT
The Corporate and Foundation Relations Assistant supports the Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations in meeting Brookings’s corporate and foundation fundraising goals. The Assistant helps to organizes donor events and meetings, and has responsibility for data entry and information tracking. The Corporate and Foundation Relations Assistant will also work with several counterparts in similar positions throughout Development and the other Programs.
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Mon, 31 Mar 2008 12:34:17 GMT
Raises restricted and unrestricted gifts from individual, corporate, foundation and government donors at all levels to support the Governance Studies (GS) research program in coordination with the vice president and director of GS, GS scholars, and appropriate central Development staff. Develops, manages and coordinates overall fundraising strategies for Governance Studies (GS). Helps design, launch, and manage the GS Program Leadership Committee (PLC). Supports the fundraising efforts of the GS Director and senior staff. Some travel required.
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Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:46:38 GMT
Responsible for all aspects of event planning for the Metropolitan Policy Program. Independently manages all internal and external events, such as press and policy roundtables, conferences, public forums, and fundraising convenings. Also works closely with outside co-sponsors on all major events. Acts as a senior member of the communications team. Responsible for external outreach and relationship management to specific former and current elected officials, along with civic, academic, and business-led organizations.
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Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:57:48 GMT
Develop and implement fundraising goals and strategies for the Economic Studies (ES) Program, focusing on gifts from individual donors and corporations. Manage the ES Program Leadership Committee. Coordinate fundraising activities with other Brookings research programs. Work under the direction of the VP and Director of Economic Studies, and in close coordination with ES staff and the Office of Development.
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Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:42:50 GMT
Adept at extracting systems data and creating meaningful reports to support the preparation and analysis of Brookings’s short-range and long-range planning activities including the strategic plan, the annual fiscal budget, and periodic forecast updates. Assist in the development of and proactively provide insightful management reports that monitor the execution of budgets, track risks and opportunities, and identify areas of corrective actions in collaboration with individuals responsible for the budgets. Support departmental budget managers in producing and analyzing reports to assist them in planning their budgets and forecasts. Assist in the creation and support of meaningful management reports and variance analysis of the Vice President’s operating expense budget. Develop and maintain financial models relevant to operating expense and sources of revenue support. Develop the annual capital budget and track actual expenditures against that budget.
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Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:42:02 GMT
Responsible for day-to-day financial and administrative coordination of Governance Studies in close consultation with the Director of Budget & Administration (DBA). Serve as primary support to DBA. Coordinate the affiliate, internship, and Brookings Research Fellow (BRF) programs and recruitments.
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Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:14:30 GMT
The Director of Media Relations is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive and robust media relations program to increase the visibility of Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program’s scholars, research products, initiatives and events with the national and local news media; including print, broadcast and online news outlets.
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Mon, 03 Mar 2008 18:07:55 GMT
Responsible for taking the lead on individual donors, creating and implementing a strategy to raise funds for the Foreign Policy program. Manages, prioritizes, and carries out FP fundraising activities to cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors. Provides support to FP Development Director for corporate, foundation, government, and other donors.
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Tue, 26 Feb 2008 19:43:12 GMT
The Saban Center for Middle East Policy at the Brookings Institution is seeking part-time interns to assist Center researchers and staff for the Fall of 2008. Established in May 2002, the Center studies critical issues affecting U.S. interests in the Middle East and the greater Muslim world. Interns will assist Center researchers and staff on one of the following areas:
- U.S. relations with the Islamic world
- Political reform/democratization in the Arab world
- Regional security/counter-terrorism in the Middle East
- U.S. policies toward Iran and Iraq
- The search for Arab-Israeli peace
The Center seeks candidates with a demonstrated interest in Middle East politics and/or U.S. foreign policy in the region. Both undergraduates and graduate students in Middle East studies or international affairs are encouraged to apply. A strong academic background, writing and research skills, and knowledge of a regional language (Arabic, Hebrew, or Farsi) are highly desirable.
Interns provide vital assistance to scholars and staff in assembling research materials, tracking news media, organizing events, maintaining the Center's extensive database, handling press requests, and providing administrative support. All positions are unpaid and require a minimum time commitment of 15 hours per week from September 15 through December19, 2008.
How to apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to sabancenter@brookings.edu with "Fall Intern" in the subject line. Applications must be received by September 1, 2008. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please direct all questions to:
Intern Coordinator
Saban Center for Middle East Policy
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 797.6462
Fax: (202) 797.2481
sabancenter@brookings.edu
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Tue, 26 Feb 2008 19:25:41 GMT
The Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies is seeking one full- or part-time program intern to assist Center staff, ideally beginning in September 15 through December 19, 2008. This internship is unpaid. Intern will primarily assist with program activities, including providing administrative support for our Asia fellows program, proofreading/editing papers, and organizing and staffing our many seminars, roundtables and conferences. Overall, CNAPS internships are largely programmatic, and not research-oriented.
The Center is looking for a candidate with the following skills and interests:
- an interest in Northeast Asia political, security and economic issues and U.S. foreign policy in the region;
- experience or knowledge in event-planning;
- work experience or academic background related to the Asia region;
- solid professional writing ability and internet research skills;
- ability to proof-read and edit detailed English-language publications;
- an ability to commit at least three full days or 24 hours a week to working at the Center; and
- familiarity with Word, Excel, Access;
- knowledge in Taiwanese is a plus but not mandatory.
The Center relies heavily on interns to support a full plate of programs and activities. We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals with the ability to multi-task efficiently and with minimal supervision.
We are accepting applications July 8 – August 15, 2007. Only those who are qualified for an interview will be contacted. Please send a resume, short writing sample (3-5 pages), and contact information for 1-3 references to Ms. Jiyoung Song via e-mail: jsong@brookings.edu.
Ms. Jiyoung Song
Senior Research Assistant
Center for Northeast Asian Policy Studies
The Brookings Institution
1775 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202.797.2983
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Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:26:10 GMT
The Information Architect is primarily responsible for the architecture, development and support of the Financial & Administrative Data Warehouse/BI platform and applications. This person will develop and/or enhance logical and physical models of data warehouses, operational data stores, and operational databases. This individual is responsible for the strategic and detail design and analysis of user business intelligence and reporting requirements that include activities such as source analysis, data modeling, ETL, and development activities. This individual will recommend and enforce standards and best practices for DW data structures to other members of the Data Warehouse/BI team.
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Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:23:56 GMT
Provides all executive administrative support for the Vice President, including all internal and external scheduling and day-to-day support functions; manages the Vice President’s time and activities, including the flow of commitments; serves as a special assistant on various matters.
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Wed, 06 Feb 2008 17:44:47 GMT
Manages all aspects of the support for all Brookings research computing, including programming, data analysis and systems analysis.
Applies advanced principles, theories and concepts to direct the programming, implementation, and integration of research systems.
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Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:03:16 GMT
This is a newly created position that will be responsible for developing and executing the procurement strategy for The Brookings Institution as well as establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with vendors and suppliers. This position reports to the Controller and provides day-to-day direction of the Manager of Procurement and Procurement Coordinator.
This individual is directly responsible for establishing, contributing to and continually improving an efficient and cost-effective process designed to assist Brookings staff in their procurement of goods and services through an on-line integrated procurement process in compliance with Brookings policies and government regulations. Performance evaluation is based on the development of cost effective systems and controls, staff success in the use of systems, and individual performance.
This individual directly handles unprecedented and unusual situations, including complex negotiations, with full accountability for actions; exercises independent judgment and discretion.
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Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:00:17 GMT
Serve as Senior Fellow within Foreign Policy (FP) for the Latin America Initiative – a joint initiative between the Foreign Policy program and the Global Economy & Development program. Under the supervision of the Vice President of Foreign Policy and in coordination with the Latin America Initiative Director, conduct research and writing on policy relevant issues designed to stimulate and shape US re-engagement in Latin America and to inject an understanding of key issues driving policy and politics in Latin America into the development of U.S. policy. The broader Latin America Initiative will encompass critical policy areas in the region, including but not limited to the major Latin American economies (specifically Brazil and Mexico), U.S. policy toward a Cuba in transition, migration issues across the hemisphere, the spread of “black networks” of organized crime, and the political and economic implications of unmet expectations in the region. In addition to research and writing, the Senior Fellow would be expected to support the development of ideas, partnerships and donor base for an expanded Brookings Initiative on Latin America.
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Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:48:07 GMT
To coordinate all issues related to Nonresident Alien (NRA) taxation.
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Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:21:27 GMT
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Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:16:41 GMT
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Thu, 27 Dec 2007 10:24:19 GMT
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Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:31:09 GMT
Provides scholarly leadership and conducts personal research in an area of relevance to ESI – a new Brookings initiative that will draw from Brookings five research programs to take a multi-disciplinary approach to the manifold challenges associated with sound energy policies. Brookings scholars will examine three key substantive aspects of energy security: economic, security and environmental. Governance and security arrangements that cut across all three major issue areas will also be examined. The initiative will be a multi-year program of applied policy research by Brookings scholars, in collaboration with scholars elsewhere and with other centers of expertise.
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Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:56:47 GMT
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Thu, 25 Oct 2007 12:26:24 GMT
The METROPOLITAN POLICY program offers part-time and full-time internship opportunities throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. The intern's main responsibility is to provide research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in substantive and independent research in several diverse areas of urban policy, including but not limited to: market and demographic trends, metropolitan growth and development trends, planning and land use issues, transportation, economic development, neighborhood markets, and working family policies.
The position is mostly suited for junior and senior undergraduates majoring in economics, planning, political science, social sciences (particularly urban policy), and business. Computer skills preferred are ArcView GIS, Excel, SAS, and strong quantitative background. Anyone interested in urban issues is strongly encouraged to apply. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year, but schedules are flexible. Resumes are kept on file for a six-month period and will be submitted for consideration each time a position becomes available. All positions are unpaid.
- Federal Data Agenda Internship
UMI is looking for a full-time or part-time intern to work on its Federal Data Agenda.
The intern's main responsibility is to provide research and administrative assistance for this project. The intern will assist in organizing a series of briefings and meetings regarding federal statistics of importance to urban markets e.g. the American Community Survey. The intern will also help research and track innovative small area data initiatives in several diverse areas, including but not limited to: health, labor and workforce, environmental, transportation, and demographic data.
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This position is mostly suited for junior and senior undergraduates majoring in economics, planning, political science, social sciences (particularly urban policy), statistics, and business. Computer skills preferred are ArcGIS, Excel, SAS, and strong quantitative background. Anyone interested in urban and metropolitan issues is strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, send a resume (including computer skills), cover letter, two letters of recommendation, and a short (3-5 pages) writing sample.
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Thu, 25 Oct 2007 11:41:03 GMT
The METROPOLITAN POLICY program offers part-time and full-time internship opportunities throughout the year, typically for the duration of a school semester. The intern's main responsibility is to provide research and some administrative assistance for the program's current projects. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in substantive and independent research in several diverse areas of urban policy, including but not limited to: market and demographic trends, metropolitan growth and development trends, planning and land use issues, transportation, economic development, neighborhood markets, and working family policies.
The position is mostly suited for junior and senior undergraduates majoring in economics, planning, political science, social sciences (particularly urban policy), and business. Computer skills preferred are ArcView GIS, Excel, SAS, and strong quantitative background. Anyone interested in urban issues is strongly encouraged to apply. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year, but schedules are flexible. Resumes are kept on file for a six-month period and will be submitted for consideration each time a position becomes available. All positions are unpaid.
The Urban Markets Initiative (UMI) Internship:
The Urban Markets Initiative, part of the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institution, is accepting internship applications for the fall semester from students or recent graduates to help develop the UMI “Toolbox”, an online collection of information tools e.g. statistical and analytical tools, methodological tools, and data resources available to help analyze urban and metropolitan areas. Strong applicants will have computer skills (especially experience with spreadsheets and databases), an interest in urban economics and economic development, and a background working with socio-economic data, and some experience with content management systems. The intern’s responsibilities will include identifying appropriate information tools to include in the toolbox; drafting descriptions of the tools; and uploading content to the UMI web site. Other responsibilities may include data collection, assisting with PowerPoint presentations, and helping to organize speakers and materials for an upcoming conference.
Please send cover letter, resume (including all relevant computer skills) and a writing sample.
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Tue, 16 Oct 2007 14:15:36 GMT
Responsible for coordinating a broad range of programmatic and administrative activities for the Brookings Doha Center (BDC), including assisting the Director with initial set-up and on-going operation of the Center and organizing of events, conferences, forums, and symposia. Conducts work in both English and Arabic.