Internship at the Consulate General of Ireland
The Consulate of Ireland in Chicago is seeking to recruit a highly organised, self-motivated intern, willing to work on a range of issues and projects at once. The intern will gain direct experience of international diplomacy, trade promotion and economic messaging, cultural programming, communications, protocol (high-level government visits) and information management. The intern will report to the Vice Consul and work as a member of the small Consulate team. At the start of the internship a range of projects and deliverables will be identified as goals to work towards over the three-month placement. The successful applicant will attend and be involved in external events promoting Ireland, requiring a professional outward appearance and behaviour.
Interested candidates should submit the following via email to chicagocongen[at]dfa[dot]ie with subject line ‘Internship’ by 5pm CST on Wednesday 19th October 2016:
- Cover letter (1 page maximum) addressing how the candidate meets the qualifications, requirements and competencies outlined below
- Résumé (2 pages maximum)
- Two nominated referees
- Copies of any relevant academic and professional qualifications
Shortlisted applicants must be available for interview at the Consulate at 1 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, during the week of 24th October 2016.