FamilySearch East Asia Projects Intern
About The Position
The FamilySearch East Asia Projects Intern supports projects including the Hmong Diaspora project and the Vietnamese Diaspora project. The internship offers an opportunity to contribute to projects that help individuals and families discover, preserve, and share their heritage. Working with project leaders, the intern assists with research, project coordination, communications, and content development. The position is based in the United States and may be remote or hybrid, as determined by business needs. The internship lasts 12 months and may be part-time or full-time depending on the candidate’s availability and qualifications. Paid interns must be enrolled in an educational institution or be within one year of graduation, and must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to contribute new ideas.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications or similar productivity tools.
- Paid interns must be enrolled in an educational institution or be within one year following graduation.
- Paid interns must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of East Asian cultures, history, or communities.
- Familiarity with Hmong, Vietnamese, or other East Asian languages.
- Interest in family history, genealogy, cultural preservation, or community engagement.
- Experience with research, project coordination, or communications-related work.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse individuals and community groups.
Responsibilities
- Support project activities related to the Hmong Diaspora and Vietnamese Diaspora projects.
- Conduct research on historical records, cultural resources, and community organizations.
- Organize project materials and documentation, and track project progress.
- Help develop communications, presentations, reports, and other project-related content.
- Coordinate with internal team members and external community partners as needed.
- Assist in planning and supporting meetings, events, and outreach efforts.
- Gather, organize, and analyze information to support project goals and decision-making.
- Contribute creative ideas to improve project effectiveness and community engagement.
- Complete additional project-related assignments as requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
