Summer 2012 Internships at Jadaliyya/Arab Studies Institute

The Arab Studies Institute (ASI) is now offering new internship opportunities that involve training and production at various levels in one of ASI’s four organizations: Arab Studies Journal, Jadaliyya, (FAMA) Forum on Arab and Muslim Affairs, and Quilting Point. The internships offered are in several areas, but we are particularly looking for the following: 

• Area (A):  Research and Administrative Assistant (with Database Management Skills)
• Area (B):   Video Editors (with knowledge of Final Cut Pro)
• Area (C):   Graphic Designer/Artist (Mac User with Photoshop skills or equivalent)
• Area (D):  Media and Social Media Management and Outreach (knowledge of Excel, Filemaker Pro, and/or Database Management skills)
• Area (E):   Arab Language Copy-Editors/Proofers (with some experience)
• Area (F):   English Language Copy-Editors/Proofers (with some experience)
• Area (G)   Photo Assistant Editor (with interest in Photography)

 [Knowledge of, or proficiency in, Arabic is preferable for some positions]

ASI is looking for candidates who are self-motivated, prone to collaborative efforts, and eager to develop their skills in a variety of respects. Despite specialization in particular areas, ASI interns will be trained to develop various sets of skills (including writing, type-setting, editing, networking, managing, and/or administrating), especially if they remain on board for more than one term. 

Applicants should send the following materials to info@ArabStudiesInstitute.org:

·      cover letter (clearly indicating their area of interest and previous expertise),

·      resume, and, where applicable,

·      writing sample or portfolio

Applications will be accepted until June 4. We will commence reviewing applications immediately. Internships involve a fifteen- to twenty-hour work-week, mostly via cyber-space. Location of applicants need not be in Washington DC in most cases. The official end date for Summer internships will be August 31st, 2012.