Deadline: November 1, 2014

The Congressional-Executive Commission on China (www.cecc.gov) is offering paid internships to qualified undergraduates, graduate students, or recent graduates this coming spring in Washington, D.C. Interns must be U.S. citizens. The application deadline is November 1, 2014 for the Spring 2015 internship that runs from January 15 to May 31, 2015. Spring internships are part-time; interns are expected to work from 15 to 20 hours per week. See application instructions below.

CECC internships provide significant educational and professional experience for undergraduates, graduate students, or recent graduates with a background in Chinese politics, law, and society, and strong Chinese language skills.

Interns work closely with the Commission and its staff on the full array of issues concerning human rights, the rule of law, and governance in China (including criminal justice, democratic governance institutions, environmental problems, religious freedom, freedom of expression, ethnic minority rights, women's rights, etc.).

Interns perform important research support tasks (often in Chinese), attend seminars, meet Members of Congress and experts from the United States and abroad, and draft Commission analyses. Click here for CECC analysis of recent developments in the rule of law and human rights in China. Interns may also be trained to work with the Commission's Political Prisoner Database, which has been accessible by the public since its launch in November 2004 (click here to begin a search).

The Carnegie–Tsinghua Center for Global Policy, the Beijing Center of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, is seeking to hire a Government Relations and Partnership Coordinator. Responsibilities will include managing the partnership with Tsinghua University, acting as a communications liaison between Tsinghua scholars and center staff, and developing and maintaining a government relations outreach strategy. Position will also coordinate meeting arrangements with government officials, monitor legislation and government events, and manage the design and production process for the center’s marketing materials.

Position requires 1-4 years of experience, native or near-native Mandarin Chinese, and a strong proficiency in English. A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in communications, international affairs, political science, or public policy. Knowledge of or interest in the functioning of the Chinese government and foreign policymaking bodies will be strongly considered, as will experience at a university, research institution, or joint venture company. Ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent attention to detail who is extremely well-organized, capable of multitasking, and managing multiple deadlines. The ability to work well with others in a cross-cultural and professional office environment is essential. A high degree of interpersonal skills and the ability to engage government officials is a must.

This position will report to the Communications Manager of the Carnegie–Tsinghua Center. To apply, please submit your English resume/CV and a cover letter detailing your interest and experience to:https://carnegieendowment.applicantpro.com/jobs/139167.html.