Summary:

The ME&A Internship Program offers exceptional students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to International Development Operations. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of ME&A work. Applicants should have expressed interest in the field of international development; ability to adapt to new environments and work with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. Interns work under the supervision of a staff member at ME&A. The background of the interns is matched with the needs of the organization. This is a hybrid work environment. Interns are required to work in the HQ Bethesda office on their scheduled days.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of a technical expert in the respective area, interns are assigned a project based on agreed terms of references and in line with their skills set. These terms of references typically include some or all of the following responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Provide support in organizing consultative meetings and special events
• Assist in preparation of logistical arrangements for all meetings and special events
• Research, analyze and evaluate documentation on various issues related to management, human resources, budget/finance and administration to assist with the establishment of various processes
• Provide support in new and ongoing projects, including data entry and consolidation, administrative tasks, summarizing project-related information
• Assist in drafting correspondence using standard templates
• Perform statistical analyses and other data related activities, as required
• Support record-keeping and digitization function
• Support front desk operations at the HQ office
• Perform other related duties, as required

Qualifications:

Candidates for the internship program are selected on a competitive basis. The profiles of the interns are matched with the needs of the organization. The following qualifications are required for consideration:

• Students should be enrolled in a degree program (in an advanced degree preferred) or have recently graduated
• Students must have written and spoken proficiency in English; fluency in other languages is preferred
• Demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Prior international development experience preferred but not necessary

All applications and CVs must be submitted in English.

ME&A, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. ME&A will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For our EEO Policy Statement and a copy of our EEO Policy Statement and information on your EEO rights under the law.

ME&A is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants.