I N T E R N S H I P S 

The Arab Studies Institute (ASI) is now offering new internship opportunities that involve training and production at various levels in one of ASI’s four organizations: Arab Studies Journal, Jadaliyya, Forum on Arab and Muslim Affairs, Quilting Point, and Tadween Press. The internships offered are in several areas, but we are particularly looking for the following:
Research and Administrative Assistant (with Database Management Skills)

Video Editors (with knowledge of Final Cut Pro)

Graphic Designer/Artist (Mac User with Photoshop skills or equivalent)

Media and Social Media Management and Outreach (e.g., knowledge of Excel, Filemaker Pro, and/or Database Management skills)

Arab Language Copy-Editors/Proofers (with some experience)

English Language Copy-Editors/Proofers (with some experience)

Photo Assistant Editor (with interest in Photography) [Knowledge of, or proficiency in, Arabic is preferable for some positions]

ASI is looking for candidates who are self-motivated, prone to collaborative efforts, and eager to develop their skills in a variety of respects. Despite specialization in particular areas, ASI interns will be trained to develop various sets of skills (including writing, type-setting, editing, networking, managing, and/or administrating), especially if they remain on board for more than one term.
Arab Studies Institute Internship for Credit Program

The Arab Studies Institute’s Internship for Credit Program is designed to work with qualified undergraduate and graduate students who would like to earn college credit while participating in an internship with ASI. While the exact conversion of internship hours to credit hours will be determined by the requirements of the individual student’s program, ASI has prepared a list of standardized expectations which conform to national standards for internship for credit programs.

Benefit to the Student Intern
Of foremost concern to ASI is the benefits the student will receive while completing this program, and we expect that each student intern will have the opportunity to achieve the following benefits in addition to working toward academic credit:
  • Career-related experience
  • Practical knowledge of the field
  • Opportunity to explore career avenues
  • Valuable experience for CVs/resumes
  • Increased practice-based self-confidence
  • Training which enhances conventional classroom learning methods
  • Letters of recommendation from supervisor(s) and co-workers
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

(1) Cover letter (clearly indicating your area of interest and previous expertise)
(2) Resume
(3)  Two references (contact information only) 

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We will commence reviewing applications immediately.Internships involve a fifteen- to twenty-hour workweek, mostly via cyber-space. Location of applicants need not be in Washington DC in most cases but is necessary in others.