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Jobs and Internships at ICCR:

i1 i1 i1 We recognize with special affection the tireless work and significant contribution of ICCR interns and volunteers, whose resourcefulness and good cheer makes being in their company a pleasure.
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Our interns come to us from a wide range of academic programs, including those at Columbia University, CUNY City College, Duke University, Princeton Theological Seminary and the University of Michigan. Join ICCR as an intern today!

       

Internship Contact:

Nadira Narine
Associate Program Director / ICCR Internship Coordinator
475 Riverside Drive, Suite 1842
New York, NY 10115
212-870-2275
nnarine@iccr.org

Deadline for fall 2010 applications is July 26, 2010.

There are opportunities for unpaid interns who wish to hone their skills and gain experience by working in a progressive nonprofit environment. Internships are available during the academic year as well as the summer. Interns should be willing to commit a minimum of 3 months (may be extended upon intern request), and at least 10 hours per week. Interns may chose to work in our ICCR office in New York City, or remotely via their campus or home location.

You may be eligible for an unpaid internship if you have:

  • an interest in ICCR’s work in coalition and an understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility and/or Socially Responsible Investing;
  • effective written and spoken communication skills;
  • intellectual curiosity about emerging technology and its impact on business, economies, and society;
  • working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
  • a well-organized, detail-oriented approach to work; and
  • the ability to multi-task effectively.

From an internship with ICCR, we expect that interns will gain:

  • an opportunity to learn about, and contribute to, the mission of the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility;
  • an opportunity to bridge the gap between theoretical study and the professional world, especially as it relates to corporate social responsibility, socially responsible investing, work in the non-profit sector, and work from a faith-based perspective;
  • the chance to explore and clarify career choices and goals; and
  • research, writing, analytical and communication skills and gain decision making and critical thinking skills, increased confidence and self-esteem.

ICCR is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Program Issues Areas

This internship is ideal for those taking undergraduate or graduate courses relevant to ICCR's work. The successful applicant will be have research experience and statistical background (successful experience using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies); experience in analyzing, interpreting, and reporting data; ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; and excellent written and oral communications skills.  Interns may chose to focus on one of the following three program areas:

  • Policy & Governance, assisting with research and analysis of the risks associated with economic and business regulatory systems 
  • Environment and Energy, assisting with the research and analysis of business risks associated with corporate environmental externalities
  • Human Rights and Resources, assisting with the research and analysis of ethical and social sustainability themes and trends

Communications

This internship is ideal for a journalism major with an interest in business news. The successful applicant will be conscientious and detail-oriented; will have excellent research skills, proficiency with web-based applications, and excellent writing skills. The intern will assist in the creation of content for an online newsletter directed at the socially responsible investment community. He or she will also work directly with the Publications & Web Site Specialist in adding content to our database of shareholder research. Excellent language skills are a must; proficiency with or a willingness to learn publishing software is also required. This position will have three main responsibilities:

1. Assisting with ICCR's online newsletter.
2. Adding content to the shareholder action research database. 
3. Creating an online photo archive.

 

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