Intern, Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
Employment Opportunity
The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget is looking for an enthusiastic intern for the fall of 2009. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (www.crfb.org) is a bipartisan, non-profit organization committed to educating the public about issues that have significant fiscal policy impact. The Committee is housed at the New America Foundation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintaining and updating the website.
- Posting daily blog entrees on usbudgetwatch.org.
- Tracking budget-related news.
- Conducting research on tax, entitlements, and budgetary policy.
- Helping to draft press releases and op-eds.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Enrollment in an undergraduate program;
- Interest in fiscal policy and budgetary & economic issues;
- Proven research and analytical skills;
- Strong writing and editing skills;
- Familiarity with internet research tools;
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; and
- Be a flexible and enthusiastic team player.
Application Process
E-mail resume, cover letter, and one writing sample (no more than six pages) to Human Resources at jobs@newamerica.net . Please state "Intern, Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget" in the e-mail subject line.
Applicants must be currently eligible to be employed in the United States. The New America Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
