Fellow, Asia
Fellow, Asia
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Job Description
This position supports McLarty Associates Asian Practices including the work of the Northeast Asia (Japan & Korea) China Southeast Asia and South Asia Practices. We are seeking a bright resourceful individual for an entry-level paid fellowship. The position is full-time (40 hours/week) starting early position is based in Washington DC and fellows will be expected to work in person at least three days a week.
As a fellow you will work on a variety of projects with different engagement teams. The program aims to give you exposure to the breadth of our services and client work. You will work closely with our professionals Associate through Director and gain first-hand experience in consulting. Your assignments may involve work in news tracking political analysis memo writing and/or note-taking at client meetings.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
monitoring news outlets for relevant policy developments;
preparing presentations and other client deliverables;
compiling biographies preparing presentations and client deliverables;
conducting research and analysis of economic political trade technology public policy international financial and business issues;
assisting firm-wide communications;
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;
other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Have recently completed or are currently enrolled in a graduate program or have recently completed an undergraduate degree in international relations political science international business Asian studies or a related field;
Possess a broad understanding of international politics economics trade technology government relations business and entrepreneurship;
Have a robust background demonstrated interest and/or experience living or studying in Asia;
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Desired Qualities:
Highly organized self-motivated and proactive with strong attention to detail and the ability to anticipate team needs;
Skilled in managing multiple projects under pressure adapting to changing priorities and exercising professionalism sound judgment and discretion;
Excellent communication research and writing skills;
Proficiency in PowerPoint Excel Office 365 Adobe Acrobat and other business tools and media platforms;
Knowledge of an Asiatic language ispreferred.
Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:
Cover Letterhighlighting relevant experience and interest in the position;
Resume; and
Short Writing Sample(no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to Asia trade international politics political economy or international business.
Please compile all application materials into one PDF document. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The hourly salary for this position is $18. This position is not benefits-eligible.
Employment Type
Grant
