The Chicago Council on Global Affairs looking for Internship – Digital Content Intern at Chicago, IL  Full Time

Interns for the programs and digital content team should have a broad interest in global affairs, an interest in content development, and strong writing and communication skills. Interns will have the opportunity to create digital content for public distribution, support events and creative experiences for Council audiences, work with data and metrics on audience and engagement, and collaborate on projects with team members.

The intern performs a variety of tasks including:

• Staying informed on global events and anniversaries, as well as breaking news topics, trends, and developments on international affairs relevant to the team’s priority content areas.
• Pitching content ideas in a team setting and identifying experts/content collaborators to speak on (or explain) select topics in digital products to be released on various public platforms.
• Researching and writing for production of the Council’s weekly podcast Deep Dish on Global Affairs and hybrid pod-program World Review with Ivo Daalder: drafting webpage descriptions, creating cue-sheets, identifying key pre-reads and writing backgrounders, in addition to researching and identifying prospective guest contributors, and supporting the planning of upcoming editions of Deep Dish and World Review.
• Working on a variety of content-portfolios to support the generation of creative social media content and strategies for the Council’s platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, Reddit, Facebook, and others). Experience in short form video, such as Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts, is particularly meriting. Familiarity with basic video editing, graphic design work or experience creating graphics for social media is a plus.
• Navigating Council databases such as Sprout Social, Google Analytics, YouTube, and Cvent, for audience-building insights and analysis, as well as assisting with regular database management entries and operational upkeep. Training on database platforms will be provided.
• Helping conceptualize and develop interactive experiences both in-person and virtual that cover global topics relevant and of interest to Council audiences and communities, particularly young professionals under the age of 45.
• Drafting event and experience announcements, discussion topics and questions, as well as researching and identifying prospective topic speakers or other content collaborators. Compile program resources, including relevant supporting collateral, backgrounders, and other materials. May also support external collaborator correspondence such as prep calls, speaker invitations, speaker/expert logistics, etc.
• Provide support for Council events (virtual, hybrid, or in-person), sometimes requiring early morning or evening hours. Examples may be registrations, ushering, greeting, monitoring social media channels, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate junior, senior or graduate student
• Demonstrates strong interest in current international events and global issues
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent written, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong communicator, customer service experience is a plus
• Experience in professional settings in writing, research, and marketing
• Ability to work autonomously, multitask, and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with quick turnaround times
• Creatively driven, flexible, positive, and with a team-oriented attitude
• Experience in college newspaper, editorial magazine, or social media platforms a plus

This internship is virtual with an in person option available. We require Chicago-based interns coming into our office space to be fully vaccinated, including an up-to-date COVID-19 booster dose when eligible based on current CDC guidelines. You are considered “fully vaccinated” two weeks after completing the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine (e.g., Pfizer or Moderna) or two weeks after receiving a single dose of a one-dose vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson/Janssen). If you have reached your eligibility date, and have had your booster, you are up to date without any further efficacy waiting period.

All internship opportunities are unpaid.

Internship Opportunities  (Please click on the hyperlink to learn more about the specific qualifications.)

Programs and Digital Content

Internship Application Timeline
Applications will be open until November 1.

Intern Qualifications
Students must be currently enrolled undergraduate juniors, seniors, or graduate students, have an academic major or demonstrated interest in international affairs, possess excellent research, writing, interpersonal, and verbal communications skills, and possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office. International students are welcome to apply, however, all selected international applicants will need to obtain valid work authorization on his/her own behalf.

Interns are asked to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week.

While internships are unpaid, interns will receive a complimentary, one-year membership with the Council.

To apply, please visit our website.

 
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, handicap or disability, marital status, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of the Council, and we believe people — their identities, experiences, beliefs, knowledge, and ideas — are critical to our success and to global affairs. We will elevate diverse voices and identities and a full range of perspectives, advance equitable and inclusive access to exploring and shaping ideas, and ensure our organization reflects the diversity of Chicago, our nation, and the world.

To learn more, visit: https://www.thechicagocouncil.org/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-council

Vaccination Statement 

For the safety and well-being of our staff, the Council requires that all prospective employees submit proof of an up-to-date COVID vaccination and booster record or seek a reasonable accommodation for a religious or medical reason prior to their first day of employment.