McLarty Associates is seeking a bright, resourceful individual for an entry-level, paid, internship/graduate fellowship to support our Middle East and North Africa practice. This position may also lend some support to our McLarty Media practice. We are seeking an individual who can work full-time (approx. 30-40 hours/week) from the beginning of September 2020 through mid-December 2020.

·     conducting extensive research of public policy, international, and business issues;

·     writing memos, compiling biographies, preparing presentations;

·     monitoring regional news outlets;

·     attending and reporting on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients;

·     assisting professional staff with general office and administrative support; and

·     other duties as assigned.

·     accomplished researchers;

·     excellent writers;

·     exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature;

·     strong critical thinkers;

·     inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team;

·     attentive to details;

·     able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;

·     able to remain poised under pressure and juggle multiple projects at a time;

·     proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other business applications and media platforms.

Ideal candidates for this position possess an understanding of Middle East and North Africa trends, politics, and economics and an interest in business and government relations. Applicants should also have a robust background, demonstrated interest, and/or experience living or studying in the MENA region. Proficiency in Arabic (reading, writing, speaking) is required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.

 

Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:

·      Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience and skills;

·      Resume; and

·      Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to MENA, international politics, or political economy.

Please compile all application materials into one PDF document. We will be accepting applications between July 17 and August 10, 2020.