Are you tired of saying "I can't get a job because everyone wants me to have work experience, but how am I supposed to get work experience if no one will give me a job!" Our Remote/Online Internship program provides dynamic opportunities for students and young entrepreneurs who are looking to gain some practical work experience while working for an international nonprofit organization. Interns will manage large scale projects, develop real business plans that will contribute to our expansion and growth, and interact with experts who fall within their area of study and/or region of expertise. Positions and tasks can be managed remotely through virtual interaction with the organization's management team, thus allowing for anyone with an internet access to apply and become a Remote/Online Intern. The program length is generally between 4 and 6 months.

Available Online Internships

• PR Strategist
A PR addict who can research, strategize, plan, and execute the expansion of organization’s PR presence and reach. Create a comprehensive PR strategy to increase visibility and attract mainstream media interest.

Required Skills
1. Press Release development and dissemination
2. Content development
3. Social media tools and techniques
4. Experience sourcing and managing content development and publishing
5. Creative strategy development
6. Excellent English writing
7. Excellent communication
8. Exceptional research and analysis
9. Analytical
• Web Designer/Developer
Focus – Web Redesign and deployment A creative web designer to join Athgo team working on redesigning and refreshing the Organization’s main website and social media outlets, including Twitter and Facebook. The candidate should be available to start immediately through latest December 31, 2012.

Goal: Push the messaging and art direction to showcase not only product, but the story behind the company/vision

Required Skills
1. experience working with the core team on developing web design;
2. experience working with usability best practices, search engine optimization, and content management systems;
3. strong knowledge of HTML, JS, CSS, jQuery is a must;
4. experience with designing websites;
5. knowledge of Adobe Premiere or equivalent is preferred.

• Crowdfunding Tactician
The Crowdfunding Tactician will work closely with Athgo senior management and Athgo Innovation Forum Director in all aspects of the planning and implementation of online fundraising for Athgo’s Global Innovation Forum at the World Bank headquarters. The ideal candidate will be able to function as an integral part of a professional team and apply best practices to establish objectives, strategies, deliverables, and timelines to optimize online fundraising outcomes.

Required Skills
1. Experience in crowdsourcing;
2. Experience in social media campaigns;
3. Working knowledge in Nonprofit fundraising.

• Software Architect Associate
A creative programmer to join an engineering team that is developing a highly interactive web application. Work under direct supervision of a Systems Architect. The candidate should be available to start immediately.

Required Skills
1. experience in system engineering (linux, unix) is a must;
2. experience working with the core team on developing a web application design;
3. experience in setup and maintenance of back-end system (virtual servers; AWS).

Ideal candidates will not be intimidated by the prospect of working with senior executives in the private sector, world renowned scientists and experts, and representatives from international institutions. Associates should expect to devote around 10 hours per week to their project, with the likelihood that the commitment will increase around deadlines. Associates will be working closely with Athgo's executive team and members of our various boards, depending upon the assignment. They will also be expected to plan their time wisely and delegate tasks to their assigned interns, if applicable.

While there are no employment guarantees with the organization and these are unpaid positions, Athgo strives to hire from within due to the organization’s objective of employing scholars and entrepreneurs who have demonstrated strong interest in global affairs and commitment to the mission of Athgo. Therefore, this is a great way to get your proverbial foot in the door at Athgo.

Please visit our Application page to apply. When applying, please specify the position(s) you are applying for. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at .