ACYPL Career Opportunities
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ACYPL is not currently hiring but we are always interested in hearing from qualified candidates. If you are interested in applying for a job at ACYPL, please send a cover letter and resume to qlide@acypl.org.  No phone calls, please.

ACYPL Fall 2009 Internship
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ACYPL seeks applications for a full or part-time internship for the fall 2009 semester.  Interns report directly to the intern coordinator but will work closely with all members of the ACYPL staff, including program, development, and alumni outreach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and implementing of programs
• Prepare biographical summaries of participants
• Provide support while the delegations are in Washington, DC
• Maintain office files
• Assist with alumni communications
• Assist in other departments on an as-needed basis

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a college junior or senior, working toward a B.A. or B.S. in a related field (international relations, political science, public policy) or the equivalent in experience.  Recent graduates will also be considered. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self starter with superb communication and organizational skills, and high attention to detail.  S/he must be a team player with the ability to follow through on long term projects.  Previous experience with Word, Excel, and email systems required. Interns are expected to make a semester commitment and work a minimum of 25 hours a week. 

To apply, please contact Ms. Kristin Rhebergen at krhebergen@acypl.org.  Send cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample.  No phone calls, please.

Other Opportunities
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Fulbright Senior Specialists Program

Sponsored by the United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Fulbright Senior Specialists Program is a unique short-term exchange program for academics and professionals, including political practitioners. Ranging between two to six weeks, the program offers professionals the opportunity to engage in and learn from international arenas. The program is designed to increase participation, promote awareness, and create international connections between the U.S. and other nations. Offering the opportunity to broaden perspectives, the program allows for the specialization in such disciplines as: business administration, communications and journalism, economics, education, environmental science, information technology, law, political science, public administration, public/global health, and social work. Creating international collaboration, the exchange programs can include such activities as: conducting needs assessments and surveys, taking part in specialized academic programs and conferences, participating in or leading seminars or workshops, and or conducting faculty-training programs.

If you would like to learn more and or apply, please visit www.cies.org/specialists.
You may also contact program staff at (202) 686-4026 or fulspec@cies.iiee.org.