Southern California - Internship | Asia Society

Southern California - Internship

Location:             Los Angeles (Hybrid)

Department:        Asia Society Southern California

Position:              Intern

Reports to:          Program Officer

Job Type:            Part-Time

FSLA Status:      Non-Exempt

Compensation:  $17/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 [email protected] 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 at least one day per week in the LA office unless given special approval for remote work
  • Availability for events in the evenings and/or weekends may be requested. Events will be in the LA area.
  • 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
  • Desired technical skills:
    • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
    • Google Suite (Doc, Sheets, Forms)
    • Social media marketing tools and graphic design software (i.e. Canva)
    • Event Management platforms (i.e. Eventbrite)

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: 1) Annual Gala Dinner; 2) U.S.-Asia Entertainment Summit; 3) Asian Women Empowered (AWE); and 4) U.S.-Asia Real Estate Initiative (USAREI).

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role, all interested applicants must submit a completed application [email protected].

A completed application must include:

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

Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your submission as received unless your email is bounced back.

Asia Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility in the workplace. Women and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.