Careers
AAM Production Intern (Radio, TV, Multimedia and Development)
America Abroad Media (AAM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to harnessing the power of media to inform America and the world about the critical international issues of our time. AAM produces a monthly documentary program for National Public Radio stations and television programming that broadcasts on leading channels in the Muslim world.
The mission of AAM is to inform and educate the public about international affairs and elevate the quality of our public discourse through in-depth and thoughtful radio and television programming.
AAM is looking for creative, enthusiastic and conscientious interns to assist in the Radio, Television, Multimedia and Development departments.
Radio Intern Responsibilities:
- Assist day-to-day operations of AAM Radio;
- Conduct archival research for history and eyewitness segments;
- Conduct research on topical international relations issues;
- Assist producers in preparation for interviews;
- Participate in the production process to prepare shows for feed;
- Contribute to AAM Radio media and public relations efforts;
- Carry out some administrative duties;
- Work 20-40 hours per week
TV Intern Responsibilities:
- Assist day-to-day operations of AAM TV
- Assist producers in preparation for show tapings (contact possible guests, conduct background research, etc);
- Assist producers in preparing for and hosting journalism fellows;
- Maintain tape library organization;
- Contribute to AAM Television media and public relations efforts;
- Carry out some administrative duties;
- Work 20-40 hours per week
Multimedia Intern Responsibilities:
Prior knowledge and use of audio and video editing software is preferred.
- Assist the Web Editor in preparing radio and television material and features for publication on the AAM website;
- Assist the Web Editor in producing interactive features for the AAM website;
- Contribute to AAM online presence;
- Assist the Educational Outreach Coordinator with research for educational modules;
- Assist the Educational Outreach Coordinator in editing and producing multimedia components of educational modules;
- Carry out some administrative duties;
- Work 20-40 hours per week
Development Intern
Intern work will include: donor research, writing and editing of development publications, tracking incoming and existing gifts and grants, and carrying out some administrative duties.
Responsibilities:
- Assist day-to-day development operations at America Abroad Media;
- Contribute to database management;
- Carry out donor research, including foundation, corporation, and individuals;
- Conduct background research for grant proposals;
- Assist with the writing and editing of development publications, including reports, letters, and proposals;
- Work 20-40 hours per week
Qualifications:
- Applicant must have completed or be in pursuit of a B.A. in international relations, political science, history, journalism or related field;
- Interest in public diplomacy, American foreign policy and media;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to work independently
Please specify which internship you are applying for and why. If you want to apply for multiple positions, please submit separate applications.
Internship Application Deadlines:
- Fall Internship: August 31st
- Spring Internship: October 31st
- Summer Internship: March 30th
Internships are unpaid; a commuting stipend is provided. Your registrar can tell you if you can receive credit for the internship.
To apply for positions above: e-mail/mail cover letter and resume to:
America Abroad Media
1020 19th Street, NW
Suite 650
Washington DC 20036
Fax: 202-457-8056
Email: jobs@americaabroadmedia.org
No phone calls, please.
