[Remote] Intern - Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide (Policy)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a federally chartered institution dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, scholarship, and education, as well as genocide prevention. They are seeking an intern for the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide to assist with policy analysis, research projects, and outreach efforts related to mass atrocities and genocide prevention. Responsibilities • Monitor ongoing developments in, and draft short written products regarding, multiple Simon-Skjodt Center country cases, including, but not limited to, Burma, China, India, South Sudan, Sudan, and Syria • Work on a variety of research projects related to the dynamics of mass atrocities and policy response to countries at risk of or currently experiencing mass atrocities • Monitor and summarize news developments in countries at high risk of mass atrocities • Support the organizing of private or public convenings • Prepare detailed notes from interviews and meetings • Draft analytic blog posts and rapporteur’s reports • Assist in tracking policy outreach to public officials • Other duties as assigned Skills • A strong interest in transitional justice, or genocide and mass atrocity prevention, as indicated by dedicated coursework, research experience, and/or professional experience. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills • Strong organization and attention to detail • The student must be 18 years or older currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university • The student must have completed at least the first semester of their freshman year (At least at the time of application) • Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States • Must be able to pass a background check • Must reside in the United States for the full duration of the internship program. • Must complete their background check while physically present in the United States. • Experience with research and writing about contemporary mass atrocities and their prevention, as indicated by dedicated coursework, research experience, and/or professional experience • Experience conducting research about contemporary cases of mass atrocities and/or countries at risk of potential mass atrocities Education Requirements • Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited university Company Overview • United States Holocaust Memorial Museum encourages citizens and leaders to combat intolerance, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity. It was founded in 1993, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job