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Intern, Commonwealth Writers (Closed for Applications)

Background

Commonwealth Writers aims to strengthen civic voice and shape public discourse through creative expression by less heard voices.

Commonwealth Writers is a cultural programme within the Commonwealth Foundation.  The Foundation is an international organisation established by Heads of Government in support of the belief that the Commonwealth is as much an association of peoples as it is of governments.  It is the Commonwealth agency for civil society; a unique, stand-alone organisation established by, funded and reporting to governments.

The role

We are looking for an Intern to work in the exciting arena of Commonwealth Writers.  The internship will be London based and support activities of the programme, in particular the two websites, www.commonwealthwriters.org and www.addastories.org, and various projects including the Commonwealth Short Story Prize and craft development initiatives.

The person

The individual should have strong writing skills, research ability and experience, experience of working with websites and various social media tools, ability to meet tight deadlines, Microsoft Office knowledge and good administration skills.

Under UK immigration law you must have the right to live in the UK either by having a Nationality from a qualifying member country of the European Union or by possessing an appropriate visa. The Foundation is unable to sponsor any visa applications, so this must be in place at the time of applying for this role.

Closing Date:  

Friday 26 January 2018, midday (UK time)

Interviews:  

Week of 12 February 2018

Allowance & Duration:

  • £50 per day allowance
  • 6 to 12 months duration
  • As an internship this does not constitute employment with the Foundation. There are no payments for holiday or sickness.

Closed for Applications