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Membership Intern

General Information
Sister Cities International's Membership Department serves three major functions. The department is responsible for membership recruitment and retention, identifying and nurturing sister city community partnerships, and providing general customer service to the membership. The department is the first point of contact for our members and therefore maintains working knowledge of all programs within the organization.

Position Summary
The Membership Intern works with the Membership Manager on day-to-day operations including research and recruitment of members, identifying possible city-to-city partnerships, prepare for and attend meetings with visiting international delegations, and special projects depending on the desires of the intern. The membership intern also takes an active role in cultivating new partnerships in the Muslim World and on the continent of Africa. The Membership Intern may be asked to assist with meetings with member communities throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia depending on the intern's availability.

Essential Job Functions
  • Assist international communities as they consider American partnerships.
  • Prepare materials and information for upcoming meetings and conferences.
  • Conduct research for recruitment and retention campaigns.
  • Research and compose member related articles for electronic newsletters.
  • Correspond with current and potential members.
  • Other administrative tasks as directed.
  • A special project may be developed based on the interest of the intern.
Qualifications
Currently enrolled, full/part time student in an undergraduate or graduate program. Recent graduates will also be considered. Excellent written and communication skills. Customer service experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience living or working abroad and fluency in a second language preferred, but not required.

For more information please contact Laura Giroux by email at lgiroux@sister-cities.org.

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