Youth Development Internship - Friendship Ambassadors Foundation

Company overview

The driving force behind the Friendship Ambassadors Foundation has always been about changing the world for the good of humanity. Our mission is to empower youth to become the leaders and changemakers who will strive together to create a sustainable world free of war, oppression, exclusion, and poverty. Through a worldwide network, programs, and services, we are harnessing the power of friendship as a catalyst for greater understanding, shared learning, and sustainable action. A hallmark of FAF’s work is The Youth Assembly, a twice-yearly conference that aims to connect the next generation of leaders with the resources and knowledge they need to further positive social and environment change.

Internship overview

• Develop new ideas to better engage youth during and post-Youth Assembly
• Research partners/sponsors for career orientated and professional development opportunities
• Conduct outreach and follow-up with United Nations Permanent Missions
• Assist with scheduling Mission Visits
• Assist with youth leadership programs
• Assist with The Youth Assembly social venture competition, the Impact Challenge
• Assist in selection process for Youth Assembly awards
• Assist in creation of youth development panels and info sessions
• Identify and engage talented youth during The Youth Assembly
• Organize and maintain databases
• Help draft and proofread letters and other communications, as needed
• Help conduct post-Youth Assembly activities
• Collaborate with other departmental teams for planning youth engagement and development
• Assist with other miscellaneous tasks as needed

Suggested qualifications

• Must have a strong interest in international development and youth development
• Experience or knowledge of the United Nations preferred
• Must be able to work under strict deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Have a creative approach to developing ideas and solving problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; email and phone etiquette
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite and G-Suite
• Strong attention to detail, time-management, and organizational skills
• Self-starter and a team player
• Global perspective and strong cultural awareness

How to apply

Email joinus@faf.org with the subject line "Youth Development Internship - Fall 2020". Must include an updated resume and personalized cover letter.

PLEASE NOTE

• This internship is located in Stamford, CT, which is easily accessible from New York City. Transportation reimbursement will be provided.
• Exact dates of the internship are flexible and can be worked out. While not absolutely necessary, priority may be given to candidates who are able to stay through or return for the Youth Assembly conference itself (likely February 2021).