Current Opportunities for Fall 2012
- Join the Staff of the Human Rights Brief
- Dean's Fellowships at the Center
- Communications Fellowship at the Center
Join the Staff of the Human Rights Brief
The Human Rights Brief is now accepting applications for Staff Writers and Staff Editors for the 2012-2013 Academic Year. The application is available at http://hrbrief.org/get-involved/apply/, and is due by Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. Feel free to get in touch with chief@hrbrief.org with any questions.
Dean's Fellowship at the Center
The Center is searching for a Dean’s Fellow for the Fall 2012 semester to support an array of communications activities, including website updates and social media support. Dean’s Fellows are considered part-time staff for the Center and are integrated into all Center programming and activities. The Center will prioritize 10 hrs/wk commitments. Successful applicants will have demonstrated success with social media, exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, a demonstrated interest in human rights, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop, and exceptional writing skills in English. Only WCL students are eligible for this position. To apply, send a cover letter and résumé to humlaw@wcl.american.edu with “Dean’s Fellow” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Communications Fellowship at the Center
The Center for Human Rights & Humanitarian Law at American University Washington College of Law is accepting applications for its prestigious Fall 2012 Communications Fellowship. This fellowship position is open to current American University graduate students or recent graduates interested in a career in mission-driven communications. The Fellowship is for one semester (Fall 2012) with the possibility to extend up to a full calendar year. The position is unpaid, however academic credit may be earned.
We welcome interested candidates to submit a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample (no more than five pages), and sample of Adobe Creative Suite work to humlaw@wcl.american.edu with "Fall 2012 Communications Fellowship" in the subject line. The application deadline is rolling and priority consideration will be given to early application. For a detailed description of the position responsibilities, download the Communications Fellow Flyer by clicking here.
