[PAST EVENT] Japan Information Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan Internship Deadline

October 14, 2011
All day
Location
Location not specified
The JICC is the Cultural and public affairs section of the Embassy of Japan in Washington DC. Interns at the JICC contribute to and participate in valuable cultural and international relations programs and events by assisting diplomats and public relations professionals.

Specific duties include: participating in the JICC''s School Program, a cultural presentation about Japan for local schoolchildren and students; conducting research and drafting letters to respond to inquiries from the public; creating resouce materials to educate the public on Japanese culture; preparing for and assisting with events; assisting Japanese diplomats and JICC staff. Interns are required to work at least 12 hours per week for the duration of the Internship Term. Generally these hour are between 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday.

To qualify one must be: enrolled in a four-year degree program and have at least two years of undergraduate study completed (Graduate students may also apply); major in International Studies, Japanese Studies, Asian American Studies, Public Diplomacy, Political Science, or a related field; proficient to fluent in speaking, reading, and writing both English and Japanese. The position is open to Japanese and American citizens

Submit resume and cover letter to Ms. Shanti Shoji at shanti.shoji@ws.mofa.go.jp or by mail to:

Japan Information & Cultural Center. Embassy of Japan
1150 18th Street NW
Suite 100
Washington, DC 20026

The deadline to submit is Oct. 14
Contact

Shanti Shoji, Intern Coordinator shanti.shoji@ws.mofa.go.jp