International Economic Development Council Internship

From the YIPPS Listerve:

"The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is currently accepting applications for a Fall 2012 internship position to work on updating content for our professional development courses. Topics range from economic development to marketing to managing economic development organizations. This position is open until filled.

Qualifications: The intern should be pursuing a degree or already hold a degree in urban planning, economic development, public administration, business, or an allied field. Previous work experience in an economic development organization is preferred, although not required. The intern will work an average of 20 hours per week from September to the end of December in our Washington, DC office. Applicants should also have:

• Excellent writing and organizational skills
• The ability to work independently
• Familiarity with research and reporting methods
• General knowledge of economic development programs and issues
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Flexibility and desire to work on multiple projects

Applications should include the following materials and must be sent electronically to intern@iedconline.org:

• One-page cover letter stating interest and availability
• Detailed resume
• Brief writing sample, no longer than 6-pages. This can be an academic paper from a school project or other writing regarding relevant development issues. It is not required that the paper is related to economic development.
• Recommendation letters and transcripts are optional.

Please contact us at intern@iedconline.org if you have any questions."