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Federal Trade Commission

Position: Paid Summer Internship

Agency: Federal Trade Commission, Division of Consumer and Business Education

Position Description
The Division of Consumer and Business Education at the Federal Trade Commission is looking for an intern(s) to support our various communications efforts on topics such as identity theft, online security, financial literacy, and more. The intern will support program managers in the development and implementation of communications plans and will assist with the development of communications plans, communications research, and outreach to potential partner organizations. Applicants should have an interest and relevant experience in the areas of communications, public relations, or marketing.

About the Division of Consumer and Business Education

The Division of Consumer and Business Education (DCBE) plans and implements public education campaigns for consumers and industry about fraud, deception, and unfair practices. DCBE produces, promotes, and disseminates educational messages and materials to the widest possible audience through multi-faceted communications and outreach programs. These efforts involve the use of print, broadcast, and electronic media, special events, and partnerships with Government agencies, consumer groups, industry and professional associations, businesses and other organizations.

 To learn more about the Federal Trade Commission, and its consumer education efforts, visit these websites:

www.ftc.gov/ consumer

www.onguardonline. gov

www.ftc.gov/ idtheft

www.ftc.gov/ readup

Interested candidates should submit a resume by Friday, April 18.

 Contact: Alvaro Puig

Consumer Education Specialist

 

EPA Internships: http://www.epa.gov/epahrist/eip.html


Legislative & Public Affairs Internship Opportunities in International Development


The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is the lead agency for the U.S. Government providing economic development and humanitarian assistance to people around the world. By creating the conditions to help countries move from poverty to prosperity, we serve both the American public and millions of people living in countries in development and transition.

USAID’s Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA) is responsible for all of the Agency's external affairs as well as employee communications. It serves as the central point of contact with the American people, Congress, the media, as well as the Agency's key constituencies. LPA provides overall coordination for all aspects of legislative and public affairs matters for the Agency.

In addition, LPA directs the Agency's communications strategy and policies; is responsible for positioning, messaging and branding; develops outreach and educational programs; leads the Agency's online marketing strategy and manages the external website; and produces events and promotional products to generate support for USAID's mission. Interns will be working on various projects related to the LPA mission (congressional, strategic communications, multimedia, publications, website, public liaison, public diplomacy, press; and special events and protocol). The internship is full-time with flexible hours.

Qualifications: All candidates must be U.S. citizens (without dual nationality) currently enrolled and in good standing in a College or University. In addition, candidates should possess a general knowledge about U.S. government agencies and USAID policies, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and basic computer proficiency. LPA is a fast paced office and interns are expected to be flexible and efficient. Preference will be given to applicants focused on international relations, international affairs, political science, governance, development, public affairs, communications, or other related fields. Internships are unpaid and housing assistance is not provided. Interns will require a secret security clearance. In order to obtain a security clearance, all candidates must pass a background check.

Contact: If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume before the deadlines indicated to the Internship Coordinator via email at lpainternships@usaid.gov. Applicants should also specify the dates they are available to work in their cover letter. Please submit your resume and cover letter before the indicated deadlines below:

Fall Deadline July 15
Spring Deadline October 15
Summer Deadline February 15

Office of Personnel Management: http://www.opm.gov/careerintern/index.htm

The Federal Career Intern Program is designed to help agencies recruit and attract exceptional individuals into a variety of occupations.

Presidential Management Intern Program: http://www.pmi.opm.gov/

The Presidential Management Intern Program was established to attract to the Federal Service outstanding individuals from a wide variety of academic disciplines who have an interest in, and commitment to, a career in the analysis and management of public policies and programs.

Student Educational Employment Program: http://www.opm.gov/employ/students/index.htm
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