Are you interested in working with individuals who are striving to spread the ideas of liberty? IHS is looking for part-time and full-time interns for fall 2009. Fall internships begin on Monday, August 31, 2009 and run through Friday, December 18, 2009 (dates are negotiable).
Qualified candidates must possess the following:
- A basic understanding of and interest in the ideas of liberty
- Self-motivation and willingness to ask questions
- Basic knowledge of Excel
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn basic software quickly
The Institute for Humane Studies Internship Program places interns in all departments within our organization. Participants in our program receive:
- $10/hour worked
- Free books and other publications on economics, history, philosophy, and more.
- Networking opportunities with liberty-friendly individuals and organizations in the DC area
IHS accept interns of all ages and experience levels, and international applicants with a visa status that allows employment in the U.S. are eligible.
Internships are available in the following areas:
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To apply, submit a one-page cover letter and one-page resume to Liz Reding, Hiring Coordinator, at jobs@theihs.org. In your cover letter, please specify: (1) how you learned about IHS’s internship program; (2) why you are interested in working with IHS; (3) your experience with or exposure to classical liberal ideas; (4) your professional and academic experiences that are relevant to the internship; and (5) which department(s) you are most interested in working with. Feel free to include any other information you deem relevant, not to exceed one page.
The Institute for Humane Studies, founded in 1961, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organization that promotes the study of economic and individual freedom across a broad range of academic and professional disciplines. Each year IHS awards more than $600,000 in scholarships to students from universities around the world. IHS also sponsors free summer seminars, awards public policy and journalism internships, and provides various forms of career assistance. Through these programs, IHS promotes open inquiry, critical thinking, rigorous scholarship, and creative problem solving.
IHS is located in Arlington, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., two blocks from the Virginia Square metro stop (on the Orange Line). IHS is a flexible, professional, open office environment that encourages innovation and entrepreneurship and provides substantial opportunity for professional and personal growth.
