Programs and Operations Intern

JDC•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Task Force on Arab Citizens of Israel, a nonpartisan, professional resource center on Arab citizens of Israel that promotes American Jewish discourse and engagement informed by the complex realities and current developments on the ground, has an exciting opportunity for a current undergraduate or graduate student interested in learning the “why’s” and “how’s” of the nonprofit world. As the Task Force’s Programs and Operations Intern, you will receive an in-depth introduction to the world of nonprofit programs and operations, deepen your knowledge of Arab/Palestinian citizens and Jewish-Arab relations in Israel, support nuanced educational programs in the American Jewish community, and gain necessary hard and soft skills for a successful nonprofit career. You will also complete a self-directed project that engages with the Task Force's mission. Potential formats include, but are not limited to, an academic essay, creative writing project, art project, art curation, or podcast pertaining to Arab citizens and Jewish-Arab relations in Israel. The intern will meet with their supervisor on a regular basis to review the project, receive feedback on internship activities, and review educational opportunities. Thinking about applying? Frequently cited statistics show that certain applicants may hesitate to apply for positions due to a false perception that they must meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet a majority of the requirements. We look forward to your application.

Requirements

Some prior professional or leadership experience; this might include internship, volunteer, or student leadership experience, ideally in an operational, creative, or programmatic capacity.
A team player who can work well independently and collaboratively
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, read words and numbers, operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment, and communicate in person or over the telephone
Strong identification with the Task Force’s mission and commitment to our educational approach
Sensitivity to nuance and an ability to speak with diverse constituencies and partners about complex issues

Nice To Haves

Academic coursework in one or more of the following areas, or another related area: English Literature, History, International Relations, Jewish Studies, Middle East Studies, Political Science/Government
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Suite
Familiarity and prior engagement with issues related to Arab citizens of Israel and Jewish-Arab relations in Israel
Knowledge of the American Jewish community and American Jewish organizations is a plus

Responsibilities

Completion of a self-directed project agreed upon at the start of your internship. (30%)
Assist with creating and updating educational resources. (25%)
Assist with aspects of administrative operations and event planning. (20%)
Administrative Responsibilities: including but not limited to supporting utilization of Monday.com, the Task Force's CRM and project management platform;
Events Responsibilities: assist staff as to plan in-person and virtual events as needed
Additional projects/tasks as designated by supervisor such as (20%):
Conducting research for outreach and sources for briefs
Various grant writing tasks
Additional tasks as needed
Educational advancement opportunities, approved by supervisor. Activities may include, but are not limited to: (5%)
Informational interviews with team members and other stakeholders.
Gaining skills and knowledge by reviewing materials to deepen expertise/knowledge and attending relevant events, exhibits, or meetings as available.