Jul 20

Internship: Business & Policy Intern – Japan Society (New York, USA)

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Position: Business & Policy Intern
Posted by: Japan Society
Location: New York, USA
Contract: Full Time (Fall 2016)

The Business & Policy Program seeks an intern to help with various program tasks for Fall 2016 (August – December). The Business & Policy Program hosts unique public and private programs and networking opportunities for the international business and policy community, which promote reciprocal exchange and deep engagement on issues that define U.S.-Japan relations within a global context.

Learning Opportunities:

  • Learn firsthand about issues that are of interest and relevance to the U.S.-Japan business and policy communities in New York
  • Discover how non-profit organizations interact with corporate sponsors
  • Gain experience in the back-office tasks of ongoing program development and execution
  • Interact with senior business executives from global corporations and policy leaders
  • Conduct research on companies, individuals and industry sectors as needed
  • Learn database management

Duties & Tasks:

  • Assist with program registrations
  • Handle and replenish sponsor materials
  • Become familiar with corporate member firms and the benefits of corporate membership
  • Assist Program staff at public events, including reception and registration, event A/V tasks, setup and breakdown
  • Assist with program research and outreach as needed
  • Assist to create badges, guest lists, name plates, and other program materials
  • Maintain and update corporate membership records in Raiser’s Edge as needed
  • Organize files and materials on programs and speakers

Qualifications:

  • Interest in or knowledge of Japanese language and customs
  • Interest in and knowledge of international business and international policy especially with regards to Japan
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Superior organizational skills, including ability to keep track of many details at once
  • Ability to work with a variety of people and different projects
  • Superior writing and oral skills
  • Flexibility in hours
  • Ability to be self-starter

This is an unpaid internship. Please e-mail a cover letter and a resume to the Business & Policy Program, at register@japansociety.org. No phone calls please. 


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