NEH Spring 2013 Internship Opportunity

The National Endowment for the Humanities Office of Congressional and White House Affairs is looking for qualified applicants to the NEH Spring 2013 Internship Program. In the past, our interns have worked on several large events at the White House, and have assisted on various projects highlighting the NEH’s programs. Specific tasks may include managing invitation and RSVP lists, drafting briefing memos, managing our web presence, conducting outreach to Congressional offices, and communicating with presenters and VIPs.

We are looking for interns who possess strong writing and communication skills, and who have a passion for the humanities. Interns must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner, and be professional and detail-oriented. Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter is preferred. Our internships are unpaid, but we are able to provide transportation reimbursement. We are looking for a commitment of at least 2-3 full days a week. Please send a resume, short writing sample, and cover letter to cnoble@neh.gov by December 12^th to apply.

Application requirements:

•       Resume

•       Cover letter

•       Short writing sample

Deadline:

•       Must be emailed to cnoble@neh.gov by December 12^th

Duties:

Special Events and White House Affairs Responsibilities:

•       Conceive and execute events highlighting specific NEH funding recipients

•       Locate venues, work with vendors, and plan unique components

•       Identify and coordinate with event partners and experts in the field

•       Build audiences

•       Create promotional materials

Congressional Affairs Responsibilities:

•       Draft correspondence with Congressional offices

•       Plan and attend meetings with Congressional arts and education policy aides

•       Create informative, printed materials for aides and members

•       Plan and execute workshops and briefings for aides

•       Coordinate Congressional attendance at special events

Claire Noble

Congressional and White House Affairs

National Endowment for the Humanities

1100 Pennsylvania Avenue

Washington, DC 20506

Office: 202.606.8239

Cell: 202.384.6320

cnoble@neh.gov