Weber State International Studies Program

The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for the Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP).

Visit USAJOBS to view the following vacancy announcement and start the application process.

This vacancy announcement will be open from April 14, 2021 to April 19, 2021, or when the application cutoff limit has been reached. The vacancy will close the day the first of these conditions is met. If the application limit is reached on the same day the announcement opened, the open and close date will be the same. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. Veterans’ preference regulations apply.



Title Series USAJOBS No. Location Cutoff
Student Trainee
(Foreign Affairs) 0199 GS-05:HRSC/PATH-2021-0020 Washington, DC 50
Student Trainees work closely with the U.S. diplomats and Civil Service professionals who carry out America’s foreign policy initiatives. To witness and participate in U.S. foreign policy formulation and implementation, consider a Pathways internship with the U.S. Department of State.

The Internship Experience Program (IEP) allows for non-temporary appointments that are expected to last the length of the academic program for which the intern is enrolled. While in the program, IEP participants are eligible for noncompetitive promotions. This program allows for noncompetitive conversion into the competitive service following successful completion of all program requirements. Conversion to the competitive service is not guaranteed.

If you have any questions or would like to search for topics of interest, please contact [email protected] or visit our forums or FAQs at careers.state.gov.

Seeking: Summer 2021 International Program Intern


The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) is currently looking for an International Program Intern for Summer 2021. The internship starts in May 2021 and will end in August 2021 (the specific dates are somewhat flexible). This is a full-time, remote position.

Job Description: Responsibilities include assisting staff with research on upcoming papers and opinion pieces; working on outreach to press, advocacy organizations, and Congress; assisting in tracking and logging press mentions; and helping with data entry related to our website redesign. It may also include generating website content and organizing events with Latin American delegations, CEPR staff, and visiting academics.

The responsibilities vary based on the applicant’s interests and experience, as well as the particular issues that CEPR is working on at the time. Interns will be able to attend relevant events around Washington, DC.

Qualifications: We are looking for applicants with a general understanding of economics, international relations, and democracy issues, and an interest in economic justice. Previous research, data, and/or outreach experience is extremely helpful; interns with strong economics or foreign policy experience (including Master’s degrees) will have the opportunity to engage in serious research, and those with strong organizing or outreach experience may have event management opportunities. Proficiency in Spanish is preferred. The intern will need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision and be a self-starter and independent learner. Excellent writing and communications skills are necessary. Applicants affected by the issues that CEPR works on are especially encouraged to apply.

Compensation: CEPR is committed to offering an internship program that allows people from all backgrounds to participate. As such, all CEPR internships are paid and interns are eligible for reimbursement of health insurance plan costs. Interns will receive about $2,475 per month. Up to about $268 per month is available for health insurance plan costs.

Closing Date of Position: Sunday, April 4, 2021 (at 11:59 PM, Eastern time)

In rare, extenuating circumstances, the application period may be extended or shortened. In the event that the application period is shortened, CEPR will update this posting to notify candidates that they have seven days to apply.

To Apply: Send the following, in a single PDF file, to apply[at]cepr.net with the subject line “Summer 2021 International Program Intern”:

a cover letter;
a résumé, and;
a brief (2 page) answer to one of the following writing prompts:
How can the US improve its foreign policy toward Latin America? -or-
Briefly describe how macroeconomic policy has helped or hurt the economy of (1) the eurozone or (2) the Latin American region since the world financial crisis and recession (2008–09).
Please do not submit additional information apart from the three items listed above. You may address your cover letter to the International Intern Search Committee, if you wish.

The search committee usually makes a decision within three weeks of the deadline of the application. If you have any questions, please email cepr[at]cepr.net, the contact for the International Program Intern Search Committee. Absolutely no calls or faxes, please, and no additional emails.

Organization Description: The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in 1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and social issues that affect people’s lives. It is an independent nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR is committed to presenting issues in an accurate and understandable manner, so that the public is better prepared to choose among the various policy options.

CEPR is an ideal place to learn about current economic and global justice issues in a friendly, relaxed and fun environment.

CEPR is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status.

Interested in studying abroad virtually or in-person? Receive up to $5,000 (or $8,000 if you’re studying a Critical Need Language) to go abroad on an in-person or virtual program as a college student if you’re a U.S. citizen and Federal Pell Grant recipient!

Also

If you're a child dependent of active duty military member and receive any type of Title IV Federal Financial Aid, apply for the Gilman-McCain Scholarship! Receive $5,000 to go abroad on an in-person or virtual program.


Deadlines & Timeline
Student Deadline: Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at 11:59pm Pacific Time

The March 2021 Deadline application is open for applicants whose in-person or virtual programs start between May 1, 2021, to April 30, 2022.

Please be aware that the application deadline is in Pacific Time and take into consideration any time difference as students prepare to submit their applications.

This cycle may encompass programs during the following terms:

Summer 2021
Fall 2021
Academic Year 2021-2022
Spring 2022

CCEL Scholarship Applications Open!
* Barbara L. and Norman C. Tanner Student Support Fund
* Adrian L. Maxson Scholarship for Social Justice
* Cody Ray Odekirk Humanitarian Scholarship
* Ronald M. and Nora A. Axton Scholarship

Application Deadline for Spring 2021 Scholarships

January 3, 2021 at Midnight

https://weber.edu/ccel/scholarships.html

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