Careers
Interested in joining the best team in international exchange?
We are a small but mighty team working together to build relationships around the world and strengthen the bipartisan divide.
Benefits for ACYPL Employees
- Health coverage up to 75% of the employee’s premiums (includes dental and vision)
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer matching
- Paid time off (in addition to office closures on federal holidays and the days between Christmas and New Year’s)
- Paid parental leave
- Hybrid work model
- Technology stipend
- SmartBenefits public transportation employee match
ACYPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply.
See our current openings below — and click here to apply.
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The International Programs Intern will join the Programs team, having the opportunity to directly contribute to the coordination and facilitation of international exchange programs. The Intern will report directly to the intern coordinator but will work closely with many members of the ACYPL staff and may be asked to support staff in communications and development.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare biographical summaries of participants, organizations, and locations
- Assist in coordinating logistics in the planning and implementing of exchange programs
- Attend cultural events and political meetings across Washington, DC
- Provide support for alumni, fundraising, and programmatic events
- Assist in other departments on an as-needed basis
When international delegations visit Washington, DC, interns have the incredible opportunity to accompany the delegation. During such visits, previous interns have attended:
- Briefings at the Department of State and foreign embassies
- Meetings with sitting and former US Senators and Members of Congress
- Cultural visits to Smithsonian Museums
- Annual ACYPL events
Essential Candidate Qualities
The ideal candidate will be a college sophomore, junior, or senior, working toward a B.A. or a B.S. in a related field (international relations, political science, public policy, communications) or the equivalent in experience. The candidate will be a capable writer who expresses written ideas clearly, concisely, and with close attention to detail. They will exhibit discretion and decorum, be a highly motivated self-starter with strong communication, flexibility, and organizational skills. They must be a team player with the ability to follow through on long-term projects. Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
Other Details
- Spring: January – April (flexible)
- Summer: June – August (flexible)
- Fall: August – December (flexible)
- Hybrid
As an Intern, you are committing to volunteer at ACYPL. As a volunteer, your position is unpaid, however, you are eligible to receive a travel stipend for up to $80 per month for public transportation necessary to travel to ACYPL’s offices. Summarized below are the terms and conditions applicable to this offer.
According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), your Intern position with ACYPL is a volunteer opportunity and not considered an employment position with ACYPL. The FLSA exempts certain people who volunteer to perform services, freely and without anticipation of compensation for non-profit organizations. Students can earn academic credit for their participation in our ACYPL Internship. Please contact your school to determine the number of credits you will receive before applying.