Southern California - Internship

Location:             Los Angeles

Department:        Asia Society Southern California

Position:              Intern

Reports to:          Program Officer

Job Type:            Part-Time

FSLA Status:      Non-Exempt

Compensation:  $15/hr

SUMMARY:

Asia Society Southern California (ASSC) is seeking an exceptional intern to support the Center’s activities and operations. The intern will be responsible for assisting the staff with programming, special events, and initiatives as well as related marketing and outreach efforts. The intern is also responsible for helping with office operations. The intern will be an integral part of the ASSC team and will play a key role in furthering ASSC’s mission in the region and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with executing programs including helping with registration, set-up, break-down, and onsite logistics
  • Assist with marketing and communications efforts online (e.g., website, e-newsletters, social media) and community outreach efforts
  • Monitor the Info_LA@asiasociety.org inbox and social media platforms
  • Conduct research, draft correspondence, create PowerPoint presentations, take meeting notes, write event blurbs and recaps, organize files electronically in Box
  • Maintain excellent communication and customer service with external constituencies including donors, special guests, speakers, etc.
  • Other duties, as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Candidates should be able to commit to a minimum of 8-10 hours per week for a period of 6 months
  • Must be at least a junior in college, a graduate student, or a recent graduate
  • Be based in the U.S., as well as have U.S. work authorization
  • Must intern two days per week in the office unless given special approval for remote work
  • Availability for events in the evenings and/or weekends may be requested
  • Full professional proficiency in English
  • Proficiency in an Asian language, a plus
  • Previous internship experience preferred
  • Interest in and knowledge of Asia and AAPI issues desirable
  • Strong research, writing, and editing skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other commonly used applications
  • Experience with automated social media marketing tools and graphic design software such as Canva is highly desired

ABOUT ASIA SOCIETY:

Asia Society was founded in 1956 by John D. Rockefeller 3rd on the tenacious belief that forging genuine understanding across cultures unlocks the potential for a peaceful and sustainable world. Asia Society Southern California (ASSC) is one of 14 Centers worldwide working to advance our mission by galvanizing people who see themselves as members of our global community and want to work with us to build bridges of understanding at this critical moment in history.

Asia Society Southern California (ASSC) organizes public programs and private events on a range of topics, including business, policy, arts, culture, education, sustainability, and technology as they pertain to Asia, U.S.-Asia relations, and Asian Americans. Signature programs include:

  • Annual Gala Dinner;
  • U.S.-Asia Entertainment Summit;
  • Asian Women Empowered (AWE); and
  • U.S.-Asia Real Estate Initiative (USAREI).

Asia Society is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and empowering workplace. We believe that engaging staff, interns, and volunteers with diverse backgrounds enables us to better realize our mission of navigating shared futures.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role, all interested applicants must submit a completed application info_LA@asiasociety.org.

A completed application must include:

  • Resume or CV
  • Cover Letter
  • Days and hours candidate is available
  • Writing Sample

Asia Society is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.