Apply for Summer 2012 Internships in DC & LA Deadline: Friday, April 13

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As the discussion on Islam and Muslim Americans continues to gain attention in media, politics and the community, the Muslim Public Affairs Council offers students the opportunity to get involved in helping shape the conversation on these timely and important public affairs.
Join the MPAC team this summer and make your mark on today’s important issues. We are seeking undergraduate and graduate students for our 2012 Summer Internship program. The deadline to apply for this exciting and beneficial chance to work alongside our Los Angeles or Washington, DC staff is Friday, April 13, 2012.

Download the Summer 2012 Internship Application

As a public policy and advocacy organization, MPAC focuses on promoting accurate and constructive public discourse about Islam and Muslims. During the course of 10 weeks, MPAC interns will conduct research, develop leadership skills and get hands-on experience in government, media, interfaith relations, Hollywood outreach and community engagement.
SEE: Click here to hear former interns talk about their experiences (YouTube.com)
Summer internships are offered at both full- and part-time levels.
Interns will get the chance to:

  • Build great leadership skills through weekly leadership trainings
  • Discover more about yourself through self-enrichment seminars
  • Build effective resumes through resume building workshops
  • Learn the interviewing skills that can land that dream job
  • Network and build connections in your field of interest

Apply today for these exciting and rewarding internship positions:

  • Civic & Interfaith Outreach
  • Development & Fundraising
  • Governmental Affairs
  • Graphic Design
  • Hollywood Bureau
  • Media & Communications
  • Research & Publications
  • Young Leaders Programs
  • Social Media
  • Web Design & Development

Download the Summer 2012 Internship Application

For more information about MPAC’s internship program and other Young Leaders programs, please contact Yasmin Hussein at 202-547-7701 or [email protected].
Founded in 1988, MPAC is an American institution which informs and shapes public opinion and policy by serving as a trusted resource to decision makers in government, media and policy institutions. MPAC is also committed to developing leaders with the purpose of enhancing the political and civic participation of American Muslims.
[CONTACT: Marium Mohiuddin, 323-258-6722, [email protected]]