All internships are fully in-person in Washington, DC.
It is crucial to ensure that women's voices are heard and women leaders are fully engaged in key policy decisions. At WFPG, we advance women's leadership and highlight their contributions through programs and mentoring. We believe that by highlighting women leaders in foreign policy, we provide important role models for the next generation and create a vital network of women from different sectors, generations, and backgrounds.
Interns work as part of the WFPG team and are given the opportunity to improve their knowledge of international issues, learn how a small non-profit organization operates, and connect with accomplished women working in international affairs. Part-time interns who commit to 3.5 months (15 weeks) during the school year or three months (13 weeks) during the summer are eligible for a $1000 stipend. Full-time interns who commit to 3.5 months (15 weeks) during the school year or three months (13 weeks) during the summer are eligible for an $2000 stipend.
Part-time internships are 20 hours per week and full-time internships are 40 hours per week. Office hours are 9 am-5 pm, although some events are held in the evening hours. Internship opportunities: WFPG offers three different internship opportunities each semester, one focused on program planning, one focused on communications, and one focused on operations. Applicants are welcome to apply for one or more internships.
- Programs Internship: Focuses on planning and outreach for policy programs with international affairs officials and experts.
- Communication Internship: Focuses on raising WFPG visibility and growing its digital presence through our website, social media, quarterly digital newsletter, and print materials.
- Operations Internship: Focuses on aiding business operations and developing WFPG's internal strategy for organization expansion and improvement.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s program
- Eligible to work in the United States. WFPG is unable to sponsor visas.
- Available for a minimum of 20 hours per week
- Demonstrated knowledge of foreign affairs
- A keen eye for design and detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; must be able to interact effectively and professionally with a diverse range of people
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines
- For those applying to the Communications internship: previous experience with HTML coding, design programs like Canva, photo editing, or managing club or office social media accounts is helpful, but not required
Interns have the opportunity to:
- Network with mid- and senior-level professionals from across the international affairs field.
- Develop and hone professional writing, communication, and design skills.
- Learn more about a wide range of international issues and the operations of a small non-profit.
- Participate in career development, Young Professional Network roundtables, and mentoring initiatives.
- Attend and cover external events at the State Department, think tanks, and embassies.
Deadlines:
Spring - November 1st
Summer - March 19th
Fall - July 19th
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The form will close once we have received 100 applications. Early applications are strongly encouraged!
Applications for our Summer 2025 cohort are now closed, as we have reached 100 applications.
PROGRAMS INTERNSHIP
Overview: WFPG is looking for responsible and motivated interns to focus on planning and outreach for programs with international affairs officials and experts. In addition to assisting with our policy and mentorship programs, Programs interns also research foreign policy topics before events, publish articles on events, and assist with membership outreach.
Responsibilities:
- Support the planning of events, including: event outreach, managing RSVP lists, creating and gathering event materials, and day-of logistical support
- Work with staff to draft correspondence and print materials for programs and membership outreach
- Support the WFPG team with additional projects and initiatives as assigned, including our annual fundraiser and Celebration of Women Diplomats
- Research foreign policy topics and prepare briefings and concept notes for WFPG’s global issues programming
- Write articles and event summaries for the WFPG website
- Attend and represent WFPG at external events
COMMUNICATION INTERNSHIP
Overview: WFPG is looking for specialized interns to focus on raising its visibility and growing its digital presence. The Communication interns work closely with the Program Associate and Executive Director on WFPG's website, social media, quarterly digital newsletter, and print materials, as well as collaborating with Programs interns on programming and event research. While some interns join us with previous web and social media skills, we also welcome applicants with an interest in developing these skills through their internship. Responsibilities:
- Design and prepare event invitations and webpage in advance of each event or new initiative
- Maintain a strong social media presence across platforms and develop campaigns for WFPG programs
- Draft content and layout for WFPG newsletters, mass email campaigns, and print materials
- Coordinate with Programs and Operations interns on event preparation and provide day-of support at events, including photography and social media
- Make updates to the website as needed, including posting submissions to the WFPG Voices blog, updating the homepage with recent events and news, etc.
- Support the WFPG team with additional projects and initiatives as assigned, including our annual fundraiser and Celebration of Women Diplomats
- Write articles and event summaries for the WFPG website
- Attend and represent WFPG at external events
OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP
Overview: WFPG is looking for specialized interns to focus on internal operations and organizational efficiency. The Operations intern works closely with the Program Associate, Executive Director, and Board of Directors on WFPG's brand expansion and improvement strategy, and collaborates with Communication and Programs interns on programming, event research, and media outreach. While previous operations experience is helpful, we also welcome applicants with an interest in developing these skills through their internship.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze and track analytics to optimize membership growth, engagement, and brand expansion
- Aid with basic financial tracking and bookkeeping
- Coordinate with Program Associate, Executive Director, and Board members to expand Corporate, Academic, and Leadership councils
- Work closely with Communication and Programs interns on event preparation and provide day-of support at events
- Prepare internal documentation and briefs for board meetings
- Support the WFPG team with additional projects and initiatives as assigned, including our annual fundraiser and Celebration of Women Diplomats
- Write articles and event summaries for the WFPG website
- Attend and represent WFPG at external events
The WFPG is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for our staff, volunteers, program participants, and community. WFPG seeks and values diversity and inclusion in its activities, and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and members of other historically underrepresented groups to apply. The WFPG will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms or conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, political affiliation, genetic information, protected veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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