Americans for Informed Democracy (AIDemocracy) is accepting applications from inspired, globally conscious college students or recent graduates who are interested in dynamic and fast-paced opportunities that will give them a hands-on introduction to the fields of global development, global health, environmental sustainability, global peace and security, student activism, policy advocacy, and non-profit management. Our fellowship, internship and volunteer programs offer students an unparalleled introduction to organizing and advocacy.
Are you obsessed with the news? Have an interest in student journalism and blogging? Americans for Informed Democracy is currently recruiting Media Hounds to monitor and respond to student conversations on global issues taking place in campus newspapers. Hounds will have a specific issue beat: peace and security, environment, health and/or development.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor campus newspapers across the country for conversations and commentary on issues relating to the US role in the world
- Link relevant content to the AIDemocracy website
- Offer comments and reactions on newspaper websites as appropriate
- Analyze trends in student reporting and reactions to key issues
- Write periodic analysis on the role of the media and journalism in student discussion of international affairs
You’ll like this position if you:
- Follow news and debates around these issues
- Enjoy analyzing issues
Skills and qualifications you need:
- Strong interest in the news and journalism
- Interest in youth engagement on the issue
- Reliability and ability to work independently
Skills you’ll gain:
- Media: new and print media
- Issue/policy/media analysis
Details:
This is a virtual position that can be performed from anywhere. This is a part-time opportunity (time commitment will vary; approximately 3 hours/week). This is an unpaid position, although Hounds will receive numerous training opportunities.
To apply:
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to opportunities@aidemocracy.org. Please put the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line. No phone calls please.
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