Internships and Positions

Founded in 1979, Student Pugwash USA (SPUSA) is a national non-profit organization that promotes the socially responsible use of science and technology in the 21st century.

As a student organization, Student Pugwash USA encourages young people to examine the ethical, social, and global implications of science and technology, and to make these concerns a leading focus of their academic and professional endeavors. We are the U.S. student affiliate of the 1995 Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization, Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs. Student Pugwash USA is one of over 20 national Student and Young Pugwash groups around the world.

SPUSA offers educational tools that are interdisciplinary, intergenerational, and international in scope, reflecting a belief that all citizens share a responsibility to ensure that science and technology are utilized for the benefit of humankind. Our work is organized around several topics each year, which have included proliferation of weapons of mass destruction; genetics and race; privacy and the use of technology; national security and scientific research; and space policy. SPUSA respects diverse perspectives and does not adopt advocacy positions on issues.
*All internships include a small stipend to defray travel and lunch costs

Research/Publications Internships

Responsibilities:

• Research and compile resource materials, especially on issues that are themes for the current school year

• Produce issue briefs for one or more selected theme(s) that will be featured on the website and used by chapters

• Assist with the development of the campus chapter program

• Collaborate with staff members on the maintenance of SPUSA's website, www.spusa.org

Requirements:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to details

• High level of initiative and self-motivation

• Strong research and development skills

• Interest/familiarity with one or more of the Student Pugwash USA's thematic areas

• Web design experience is a plus

Deadlines

Summer: May 15
Fall: September 1
Spring: January 15

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, résumé and a brief writing sample (2 to 3 pages) to

Student Pugwash USA
ATTN: Internship Program
1015 18th St. NW, Suite 704, Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-429-8905 or Email: spusa@spusa.org

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Research/Outreach Internships

Responsibilities:

• Assist with research for and design of outreach and program materials

• Design programs, posters, and flyers for various events

• Manage database of media contacts, members and organizations
  

• Coordinate mailings of program and membership information

• Respond to requests from the public for information (possible school visits and outreach)

• Collaborate with staff members on the maintenance of SPUSA's website, www.spusa.org

Requirements:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to details

• High level of initiative and self-motivation

• Strong research and development skills

• Web design experience is a plus

Deadlines

Summer: May 15
Fall: September 1
Spring: January 15

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, résumé and a brief writing sample (2 to 3 pages) to

Student Pugwash USA
ATTN: Internship Program
1015 18th St. NW, Suite 704, Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-429-8905 or Email: spusa@spusa.org