[J-Info] Fwd: Summer Internship at the JICC, Embassy of Japan

[Amy Snyder Ohta]

FYI

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From: SHOJI SHANTI <shanti.shoji at ws.mofa.go.jp>
Date: Sun, Feb 20, 2011 at 6:35 AM
Subject: Summer Internship at the JICC, Embassy of Japan
To:


Greetings from the Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of
Japan.



Once again, the JICC is recruiting interns for the Summer 2011 Internship
Program.  Internship information is both attached to this email as a pdf
file and pasted below in the body of the email.  Please feel free to pass
along this information to anyone you feel would be interested in interning
at the JICC.  Applications will be accepted until Friday, March 11th.



We thank you for your continued support of the JICC Internship Program.



Kind regards,



Shanti Shoji



*Shanti Shoji** *. Cultural Affairs Coordinator / Intern Coordinator . *Japan
Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan*

Lafayette Centre III . 1155 21st Street NW . Washington, DC 20036 . Tel:
202.238.6949 . Fax: 202.822.6524 . shanti.shoji at ws.mofa.go.jp .
www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc



*Internship Opportunity*



The *Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan*
seeks*unpaid, part- to full-time interns (12-35hrs/week) for the
Summer 2011 term
.* Internship start/end dates and hours are customized with the academic
schedule of the chosen candidate. However, start and end dates must fall
within a week or so of early June and late August.



The JICC is the cultural and public affairs section of the Embassy of Japan
in Washington D.C. Our primary role is to promote better understanding of
Japan and Japanese culture by providing a wide range of information,
educational services, and programs to the public. We strive to build bridges
between cultures through various activities, such as film screenings, art
exhibitions, an online newsletter, and school programs. The JICC is the
gateway to connect the American public to Japan and the interns are an
integral part of our efforts.



*Qualifications**: *



*Studies: *

v  Enrolled in a four-year degree program and have at least two years of
undergraduate study completed. Graduate students may also apply.

v  Major in International Studies, Japanese Studies, Asian American Studies,
Public Diplomacy, Political Science, or a related field.



*Languages/Skills:*

v  English: Proficient to fluent in speaking/reading/writing

v  Japanese: Proficient to fluent in speaking/reading/writing

v  Excellent writing, computer, and organizational skills



*Requirements**:*



*Availability: *

v  Interns are required to work at least 12 hours per week for the duration
of the Internship Term. Generally these hours are between 9am-5pm Monday
through Friday. On occasion, interns are asked to work evening/weekend
events.



*Other: *

v  Candidates must either (a) be eligible to receive credit for the
internship, or (b) have the internship noted on their academic transcript.

v  Candidates selected for an interview must have an in-person interview at
the JICC in Washington, DC during business hours.

v  This position is open to Japanese and American Citizens.







*Intern Job Description**: *

Interns at the JICC contribute to and participate in valuable cultural and
international relations programs and events by assisting diplomats and
public relations professionals. Specific duties include:

v  Participating in JICC’s School Program, a cultural presentation about
Japan for local schoolchildren and students

v  Conducting research and drafting letters to respond to inquiries from the
public

v  Creating resource materials to educate the public on Japanese culture

v  Preparing for and assisting with events

v  Assisting Japanese diplomats and JICC staff



*Application Process**: **(*Application language is English.)**



1.      Applications are only accepted during the specified dates below:



*Internship Term*

*Application Period*

*Summer 2011* (early June ~ late Aug.)

February 1, 2011 ~ March 11, 2011

* *

2.      Submit your *resume* and *cover letter* to Ms. Shanti Shoji at
shanti.shoji at ws.mofa.go.jp or by mail to:



Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Lafayette Centre III

1155 21st Street NW

Washington, DC 20036



3.      Candidates chosen to be interviewed must submit all of the following
documents at their interview:

v  Document(s) certifying that the intern candidate will either (a) receive
credit, or (b) have the internship noted on their academic transcript

v  Copy of Student ID

v  Copy of Passport

v  Copy of U.S. Student Visa (Japanese students only)

v  College Transcript - unofficial transcripts are acceptable

v  Recommendation Letter from the Dean, Department Head or Student Advisor



If you have any questions, please contact the Intern Coordinator, Shanti
Shoji, at shanti.shoji at ws.mofa.go.jp.





Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Lafayette Centre III * 1155 21st Street NW * Washington, DC * 20036

Phone: 202.238.6949 * Fax: 202.822.6524

www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc





-- 
*Amy Snyder Ohta, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Japanese Applied Linguistics
Dept. of Asian Languages & Literature
University of Washington
Box 353521, Seattle, WA  98195
Direct line:  (206) 543-6315     Dept. Office: (206) 543-4996
Fax: (206) 685-4268     Office location:  Gowen M231*
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