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Isabelle Slavin, ESIA '20
What is the name of your employer?
U.S. Dept. of Commerce, Foreign Commerical Service
Where are you located (city/town and country)?
Chengdu, China
What was it like living there?
Chengdu is a really cool, innovative western Chinese city with an extensive metro system, which I used to get to work most days. Being in a more modern Chinese city, there are many similar dining options to what we have here like Starbucks, KFCs, and also many high-end shopping areas. Chengdu is in the Sichuan Province, which has some of the most famous food in China. Sichuan food tends to be very spicy, therefore at times I struggled, but I did eventually learn there are some non-spicy options as well. Having already spent time in China previously, I knew what to expect in terms of culture. However, the Chinese work culture I found to be a very interesting experience as it is much different than U.S. work culture. On the weekends, I spent my time exploring the different areas of Chengdu and I also visited other areas of China such as Chongqing.
Read more about Isabelle's experience here!
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GLOBAL EVENTS
World Bank Job Fair - Washington, D.C.
When: Monday, February 3rd
To RSVP, click here
The World Bank Job Fair will showcase over 100 opportunities to work with the Bank. These jobs will predominantly be located outside Washington, in various countries across Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa, South Asia, and East Asia with the hopes to increase support for countries dealing with fragility, conflict and violence (FCV). Ideal candidates will be junior and mid-career professionals, who are passionate about working in international development.
Women's Foreign Policy Group Mentoring Fair - Washington, D.C.
When: Wednesday, February 5th
To RSVP, click here
This event is targeted to both men and women and provides an opportunity for students and young professionals to meet with international affairs professionals and learn from their career experiences.
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SPRING SEMESTER DEADLINES
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| The Momentum Worldwide 2020 Internship Experience - Toronto
Deadline: ASAP
Momentum creates experiences for brands that touch every single part of people's lives. Momentum integrates sponsorships, shopper, design, technology, social promotions, digitial, entertainment and more - creating the total brand expereince for modern consumers. Click here for more information about this opportunity.
Reclaim Childhood Internship (Jordan)
Deadline: February 15th
Spend the summer working for Reclaim Childhood in Amman, Jordan as an intern! The summer internship program allows current college students to both experience the inner workings of a small NGO and get hands-on experience with Arabic language learning and community engagement. To apply, click here.
Global Impact Fellowship (Thailand)
Deadline: February 28th
The JUMP! Foundation's Global Impact Fellowship will bring together ten young people from different countries, cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds to work side-by-side with ten young, local, aspiring change makers. To apply, click here.
Advocacy Project Fellowships (Various Locations)
Deadline: March 1st
The Advocacy Project (AP) is looking for six students with a passion for social justice to work with AP's community-based partner organizations in the summer of 2020. AP’s fellowship program is geared to graduate students who are studying for a Masters degree, although exceptions can be made. To apply, click here.
U.S. Commerical Service Internship (Spain)
Deadline: March 1st
An internship with the U.S. Commercial Service in Madrid is designed for college or university undergraduates and graduate students of Economics, Business Administration and related fields. It provides "hands-on" experience by working in a Commercial Service Office at the U.S. Embassy on research, trade events and business issues for U.S. firms interested in the Spanish market. To apply, click here.
Event Coordination Internship (France)
Deadline: March 13th
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is the world’s largest business organization representing more than 45 million companies in over 100 countries. Through a unique mix of advocacy, solutions and standard setting, the ICC promotes international trade, responsible business conduct and a global approach to regulation, in addition to providing market-leading dispute resolution services. Click here to review their open internship opportunities for students.
U.S. Commerical Service Internship (France)
Deadline: Various
An internship with the U.S. Commercial Service in Paris is designed for college or university undergraduates and graduate studentsof Economics, Business Administration and related fields. It provides "hands-on" experience by working in a Commercial Service Office at the U.S. Embassy on research, trade events and business issues for U.S. firms interested in the French market. To apply, click here.
AMCHAM Internship Program (Thailand)
Deadline: Various
AMCHAM interns receive exposure to a wide variety of business-related fields including administration, corporate public policy, economics, marketing, public relations, and legal and regulatory policy. In addition to their daily duties, AMCHAM interns have the opportunity to attend AMCHAM meetings and events where they can meet and network with successful business leaders, as well as hear presentations from Thai and international guest speakers. AMCHAM Thailand offers internships for undergraduate and graduate university students throughout the year. To apply, click here.
2U - Multiple Internship & Full-Time Opportunities (South Africa & Canada)
Deadline: Various
2U is an educational technology company that partners with colleges and universities to offer online degree programs. Click here to review their currently open internship and full-time opportunities in South Africa and Canada.
GW Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Travel Grants
Deadline: Rolling (based on funding)
The Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Travel Grant is available to students who are participating in unpaid internships that will advance their career development and who need assistance in paying for their public transportation to and from the internship location. The grant was initiated in collaboration with the Student Association and made possible through the generous support of alumni, parents and other donors.
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