Intern, FedEx Corporate Diplomacy

Meridian International Center • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Intern is an integral member of the Meridian Center for Corporate Diplomacy team, which develops and implements programs, events, and engagement opportunities connecting the private sector with global leaders and diplomatic stakeholders. The intern supports corporate engagement initiatives through research, program and event coordination, stakeholder tracking, database management, and the development of briefing and communications materials for Meridian's Corporate Council and broader corporate community.

The internship requires a commitment of 20–29 hours per week and residency in the DC, MD, or VA area. Applicants should submit both a resume and cover letter; applications missing either document will not be considered. Only candidates being considered will be contacted.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Commit 20–29 hours per week to the internship.
• Maintain residency in the DC, MD, or VA area.
• Be fluent in verbal and written English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Outlook and Teams.
• A highly motivated self-starter with superb communication and organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• A team player able to follow through on long-term projects and work independently.
• Strong intercultural communication skills, maturity, cultural sensitivity, and tact suitable for working with individuals from around the world.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Canva, Zoom, and Salesforce is helpful.
• Undergraduate or graduate student in international studies or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of Center for Corporate Diplomacy programs and events, including Global Business Briefings, by assembling materials, creating thematic and topical briefs, and drafting summaries for the Meridian website.
• Support the development, implementation, administration, and performance tracking of Corporate Council Working Groups, including maintaining and updating thematic tracks and related program materials.
• Research and develop briefing materials for stakeholder meetings on corporate diplomacy, international trade, economics, foreign policy, and other issues relevant to Meridian’s work.
• Maintain and update the Corporate Council Partner Directory to ensure accurate partner and stakeholder records.
• Maintain information in Salesforce to support donor engagement, event management, and corporate donor prospecting efforts.
• Complete organizational administrative responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern